Description
Cranberry Pistachio White Chocolate Truffles are a delightful no-bake dessert, perfect for any festive gathering or as a thoughtful gift. These charming treats, resembling snowballs, feature a creamy white chocolate base enhanced by the tartness of cranberries and the satisfying crunch of pistachios. With their simple preparation and appealing presentation, these truffles are sure to impress your guests and satisfy your sweet tooth. Enjoy them at holiday parties or as a homemade gift that friends and family will adore!
Ingredients
Scale
- 11 oz. white chocolate, chopped
- 5 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 3 tablespoons heavy cream
- Pinch of salt
- 1 teaspoon orange or vanilla extract (optional)
- 1/3 cup finely chopped dried cranberries
- 1/3 cup finely chopped toasted pistachios
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar for coating
Instructions
- Melt the unsalted butter in a small saucepan over low-medium heat. Stir in the heavy cream until combined.
- Add a pinch of salt and optional extract to the mixture, then set aside.
- In a double boiler, melt the white chocolate until smooth, keeping the temperature below 105°F.
- Combine the melted chocolate with the butter and cream mixture using a rubber spatula.
- Gently fold in dried cranberries and pistachios. Cover with plastic wrap and let it sit at room temperature for an hour before refrigerating for 2-3 hours until firm.
- Once firm, scoop out portions and roll them into 1-inch balls. Roll each ball in powdered sugar until well-coated.
- Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: None
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 truffle (20g)
- Calories: 90
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 15mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 10mg