Dark Chocolate Mint Truffles

Ingredients and Weight:

1. Dark chocolate - 500g
2. Fresh mint leaves - 100g
3. Heavy cream - 300ml
4. Butter - 100g
5. Powdered sugar - 200g
6. Cookie crumbs - 200g (for coating)

Preparation Time:

• Preparation: 2 hours
• Cooking: 30 minutes
• Total Time: 2 hours 30 minutes

Difficulty Level:

Level 3 (Moderate difficulty)

Preparation Method Steps:

1. Melt the dark chocolate and butter in a double boiler.
2. Add the powdered sugar and mix well.
3. In a separate bowl, whip the heavy cream until soft peaks form.
4. Stir the fresh mint leaves into the chocolate mixture.
5. Gently fold in the whipped cream.
6. Chill the mixture in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours.
7. Take small portions of the mixture and shape into truffle balls.
8. Roll the truffle balls in cookie crumbs to coat.
9. Place the truffles in the refrigerator to set for another 30 minutes before serving.

Nutritional Information: (Per serving)

• Calories: 550 kcal
• Fat: 38g
• Carbohydrates: 55g
• Protein: 6g

Dish Characteristics:

• Rich and creamy chocolate flavor combined with a fresh mint taste.
• A perfect balance of sweet and bitter flavors.
• A unique and creative dish that will please any chocolate lover.

User Comments:

1. "The combination of dark chocolate and mint was exceptional!" - John Smith
2. "These truffles were so creamy and delicious!" - Jane Doe
3. "A must-try for chocolate lovers!" - Michael Johnson

Special Precautions and Tips:

• Use high-quality dark chocolate for best results.
• Make sure to fold the whipped cream gently into the chocolate mixture to avoid deflating it.
• Chill the mixture and truffles thoroughly to ensure they set properly.
• Store the remaining truffles in the refrigerator and consume within a week for best quality.