Description
These Orange Creamsicle Truffles are a delightful blend of creamy white chocolate and zesty orange flavors, perfect for a refreshing and indulgent treat. With smooth, rich texture and a delicate citrus tang, they’re coated in powdered sugar for a sweet finish. Easy to make and perfect for gifting or special occasions.
Ingredients
Scale
Truffle Base
- 1 cup chopped white chocolate
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter
- 2 tablespoons orange zest
- 3 tablespoons heavy whipping cream
- 1/2 teaspoon orange extract
- oil-based orange food coloring (optional)
Coating
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar (divided)
Instructions
- Prepare Chocolate: Place the chopped white chocolate into a small, wide sealable container, such as Tupperware, and set aside along with a strainer and spatula for later use.
- Infuse Butter with Orange Zest: In a small saucepan over medium heat, bring the unsalted butter and orange zest to a gentle boil. Once it starts bubbling, continue cooking for 1 minute while whisking constantly to release the oils from the zest.
- Add Cream: While whisking continuously, pour in the heavy whipping cream. Cook and whisk for another 1 to 2 minutes or until bubbles begin to form along the edges of the pan, then remove from heat.
- Strain Mixture: Hold the strainer over the container with white chocolate and pour the hot orange butter mixture through it. Use the spatula to press the zest against the mesh to extract as much flavor and oil as possible, then discard the solids.
- Incorporate Flavor and Color: Let the mixture sit for one minute, then stir in the orange extract and optional oil-based orange food coloring. Whisk until most of the white chocolate has melted; a few small chunks are fine.
- Chill Mixture: Seal the container and place it in the freezer for 1 hour or until the mixture is firm enough to handle.
- Prepare Coating: Divide powdered sugar by placing 1/4 cup in a new sealable container and 1/4 cup in a small bowl. Have damp cloths or paper towels ready for cleanup.
- Form Truffles: Remove the mixture from the freezer. Using a spoon or cookie scoop, scoop about 1 tablespoon of the mixture and roll it between your hands to form a ball. Roll the ball in the powdered sugar in the bowl to coat, then place it into the container with the remaining powdered sugar. Repeat until all mixture is used.
- Coat Truffles: Seal the storage container and gently shake it to thoroughly coat the truffles with the remaining powdered sugar. Keep extra powdered sugar in the container to recoat the truffles as needed.
- Final Chill: Place the sealed container in the freezer and chill the truffles for another hour or until firm.
- Serve: Remove from the freezer and serve the Orange Creamsicle Truffles as a refreshing and sweet dessert or snack.
Notes
- Use oil-based food coloring to avoid seizing the chocolate; water-based colors can cause problems.
- Ensure the butter and cream mixture is hot enough to melt most of the chocolate but not so hot that it scrambles the cream.
- Keep hands slightly damp or cool when rolling the truffles to prevent melting.
- Store truffles in the freezer and remove a few minutes before serving for best texture.
- These truffles can be made ahead and stored frozen for up to two weeks.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: Orange Creamsicle Truffles, White Chocolate Truffles, Orange Zest Candy, No Bake Truffles, Citrus Desserts, Easy Holiday Treats
