Indulge in the luxurious combination of honey, lavender, and white chocolate with these decadent truffles. The blend of floral notes, creamy sweetness, and smooth chocolate creates a dessert experience worth savoring. Make these Honey Lavender White Chocolate Truffles for your next celebration or as a thoughtful, handmade gift. Here’s how to create these irresistible treats.
Ingredients for the Filling:
- 2 cups white chocolate pieces
- ½ cup heavy cream
- 5 teaspoons dried culinary lavender
- 2 tablespoons honey
- Food coloring (violet, royal blue, and super red) if desired
Ingredients for the Coating:
- 2 cups white chocolate, melted or tempered
Instructions:
Step 1: Prepare the Chocolate Base
- Place 2 cups of white chocolate pieces in a medium-sized bowl and set aside.
Step 2: Infuse the Cream
- In a small saucepan, combine ½ cup heavy cream and 5 teaspoons dried culinary lavender.
- Heat over medium-low until the cream bubbles gently around the edges.
- Remove from heat and let it steep for 5 minutes to extract the lavender flavor.
- Strain the cream into the bowl containing the white chocolate pieces, filtering out the lavender.
Step 3: Melt and Mix
- Melt the chocolate mixture either by microwaving in 15-second increments, stirring after each, or by using a bain-marie (double boiler).
- Stir until fully melted and smooth.
- Mix in 2 tablespoons of honey and add food coloring if desired.
Step 4: Set the Filling
- Pour the mixture into a clean pan and cover with plastic wrap.
- Refrigerate for about 3 hours until set.
Step 5: Shape the Truffles
- Use a small cookie scoop or a 1½ teaspoon measuring spoon to portion out the filling into truffle-sized pieces.
- Roll each truffle into a ball, coating your hands with powdered sugar to prevent sticking.
- Place the truffles in the freezer for about 15-20 minutes until chilled and firm.
Step 6: Coat with White Chocolate
- Dip each chilled truffle in melted or tempered white chocolate and set them on a parchment-lined baking sheet to harden.
Assembly:
Serve these truffles at a party, or package them in a decorative box for a special gift. Their subtle lavender aroma and honey-sweet flavor will captivate anyone who tastes them.
Prep Time: 20 minutes
Chill Time: 3 hours 20 minutes
Total Time: 3 hours 40 minutes
Servings: 24 truffles
Calories: 280 kcal per truffle
Final Thoughts:
These truffles are more than just a treat; they represent a sensory journey with each bite. Take the time to make these elegant confections and delight your guests (or yourself) with their memorable flavor. Enjoy the luxurious fusion of honey, lavender, and white chocolate as they melt on your tongue!
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Honey Lavender White Chocolate Truffles
- Total Time: 3 hours 40 minutes
- Yield: 24 1x
Description
Honey Lavender White Chocolate Truffles offer a unique and elegant dessert experience, combining the creamy richness of white chocolate with the aromatic subtlety of lavender and the natural sweetness of honey. These truffles are not only a treat for the palate but also a feast for the eyes, making them perfect for special occasions or as a sophisticated gift.
Ingredients
2 cups white chocolate pieces
½ cup heavy cream
5 teaspoons dried culinary lavender
2 tablespoons honey
Food coloring (violet, royal blue, and super red) if desired
Ingredients for the Coating:
2 cups white chocolate, melted or tempered
Instructions:
Instructions
Place white chocolate pieces in a medium bowl. Set aside.
In a small saucepan, combine cream and lavender. Heat over medium-low heat until cream starts to bubble around the edges.
Remove from heat and allow to steep for 5 minutes. Strain into the bowl with chocolate pieces.
Melt the chocolate mixture in the microwave in 15-second increments, stirring after each, or over a bain-marie, until chocolate is melted and smooth.
Stir in honey and mix in food coloring, if using.
Pour into a clean pan and cover with plastic wrap. Refrigerate until set, about 3 hours.
Use a small cookie scoop or a 1½ teaspoon measuring spoon to scoop out truffles. Coat hands with powdered sugar and roll each truffle into a ball.
Place truffles in the freezer until cold, about 15-20 minutes.
Dip truffles in melted white chocolate and place on a sheet pan lined with parchment paper to set.
Assembly:
Serve the truffles as a luxurious treat at parties or as a special gift. The subtle floral hint of lavender combined with the sweetness of honey creates a memorable dessert experience.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 3 hours 20 minutes
Nutrition
- Calories: 280