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Decadent Chocolate Covered Strawberry Truffles with Sea Salt

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These luscious truffles combine rich dark chocolate with a fresh strawberry filling and a sprinkle of flaky sea salt, perfect for gifting or indulging yourself.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup fresh strawberries, finely chopped
  • 8 ounces dark chocolate (70% cocoa), good quality
  • 1/4 cup heavy cream (60 ml)
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter (28 grams), softened
  • 2 tablespoons powdered sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • Pinch of sea salt flakes (Maldon or fleur de sel recommended)
  • 1 teaspoon lemon zest (optional)

Instructions

  1. Finely chop fresh strawberries until almost a coarse puree but still textured. Place in a medium bowl.
  2. In a small saucepan over medium heat, combine chopped strawberries with 1 tablespoon powdered sugar and lemon zest if using. Cook for about 5 minutes until thickened and juices reduce. Remove from heat and cool completely.
  3. In another small saucepan, heat heavy cream and butter over low heat until butter melts and cream is warm (do not boil). Remove from heat and stir in remaining powdered sugar and vanilla extract.
  4. Pour cooled strawberry mixture into cream mixture and stir gently until smooth and combined. Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours or until firm enough to scoop.
  5. Melt dark chocolate using a double boiler until smooth and glossy. Keep warm.
  6. Using a small spoon or cookie scoop, portion chilled strawberry mixture into 1-inch diameter balls. Place on parchment-lined baking sheet.
  7. Using a fork or dipping tool, coat each ball with melted chocolate, letting excess drip off. Return to baking sheet.
  8. Immediately sprinkle a pinch of flaky sea salt on top of each truffle before chocolate sets.
  9. Refrigerate truffles for at least 30 minutes or until chocolate coating is firm.

Notes

If chocolate thickens while dipping, warm gently again. Chill truffles overnight for deeper flavor. Use fresh strawberries for best texture; if using frozen, thaw and drain excess liquid. For dairy-free, substitute heavy cream with full-fat coconut milk and butter with coconut oil. Store truffles in airtight container in fridge up to 5 days or freeze up to 1 month.

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