| Prep: 20 mins | Cook: 10 mins | Difficulty: Medium | Serves: 6 |
| kcal | fat | saturates | carbs |
| 450 | 30g | 18g | 30g |
| sugars | fibre | protein | salt |
| 15g | 5g | 5g | 0.02g |
Expressly designed to delight your taste buds are my Chocolate Covered Blackcurrant Truffles. As someone who has always been captivated by the fascinating blend of diverse culinary styles traced back to my Southern and West African roots, I have found this dessert to be the perfect embodiment of my passion for Afro-Southern fusion.
From the Southern Kitchen to Your Plate
From as long as I can remember, special occasions back home in Atlanta were always punctuated with a rich, chocolate dessert. This love for chocolate, combined minted with the vibrant, exotic flavors of West Africa, has had a clear influence on my style of cooking. The chocolate covered blackcurrant truffles are distinct – they bring a satisfying depth with the semi-sweet chocolate, balanced by the subtle tartness of the blackcurrants.
Packed with Flavor and Benefits
And it’s not all about taste either. Chocolate or in particular, dark chocolate, is known for its high content in antioxidants and may contribute to improved heart health (source). On the other hand, the blackcurrant’s high antioxidant content, is widely recognized to have anti-inflammatory, diuretic and digestive effects (source). Therefore, these truffles are not simply an explosion for your taste buds, but also pack a healthy punch.
If you’re a connoisseur of chocolate-based desserts like classic French chocolate mousse, double chocolate layer cake, or you appreciate the tartness in blackcurrant pie, then I am sure the richness and complexity of these truffles will absolutely captivate your palate. They’d also make the perfect petit fours for an intimate dinner or a sweet treat with your afternoon coffee. Embrace the fusion, and let the truffle temptation take over.
What You’ll Need
- 1 cup Blackcurrants
- 12 ounces Semi-sweet Chocolate
- 1/2 cup Whipping Cream
- 1/2 cup Unsalted Butter
- 3 tablespoons Sugar
- 1/2 cup Unsweetened Cocoa Powder
Method
Step One
Pour your blackcurrants into a saucepan over medium heat. Stir in the sugar and continue cooking the mixture until the blackcurrants are bursting and the sugar is fully dissolved into a syrup. Once done, take it off the heat and set aside.
Step Two
In a separate saucepan, combine the whipping cream and unsalted butter. Stir over medium heat until the butter is fully melted and the cream begins to simmer.
Step Three
Turn off the heat and add in your semi-sweet chocolate to the cream and butter mixture. Stir until the chocolate is completely melted and your mixture is smooth.
Step Four
Pour the blackcurrant syrup into the chocolate mixture. Stir until everything is completely combined and smooth.
Step Five
Place the mixture into a flat dish, cover and refrigerate for at least two hours or until the mixture is firm enough to shape.
Step Six
Once your mixture is firm, use a small ice cream scoop or a spoon to form small ball shapes. Place these on a tray lined with parchment paper.
Step Seven
Roll each truffle into the unsweetened cocoa powder until fully coated. Once done, return the truffles to the refrigerator until you are ready to serve.
Step Eight
Serve your Chocolate Covered Blackcurrant Truffles as a delightful dessert or as a sweet treat with coffee or tea. Enjoy!
