- Let me share these stunning blue Christmas truffles that look like little winter jewels! I came up with these beauties while experimenting with leftover spirits from my cocktail adventures. The white chocolate ganache gets this magical blue tint from blue curacao and trust me they taste as good as they look. Don't worry there's just enough liqueur to add warmth and flavor perfectly safe for everyone to enjoy!
Why You'll Love These
- These truffles aren't just pretty they're a perfect holiday bite! That gorgeous blue color makes them stand out on any cookie tray. The white chocolate and citrus flavors blend together like they were meant to be. Plus they look super fancy but they're actually pretty simple to make perfect for gifting or holiday parties.
Round Up These Ingredients
- White Chocolate: Get the good stuff trust me it matters.
- Heavy Cream: Full fat 35% no skimping here!
- Blue Curacao: Any brand works just fine.
- Sparkly Sugar: For that festive finishing touch.
Let's Make Magic
- Melt With Care
- Start with your white chocolate and cream get them nice and smooth. Take it slow we don't want to burn that chocolate!
- Add The Blue
- Mix in your curacao watch that color transform it's like kitchen magic.
- Chill Time
- Pop it in the fridge until it's firm enough to roll about an hour or two.
- Roll And Sparkle
- Shape into little balls coat them in that sparkly sugar. Line them up on parchment paper looking all pretty.
- Final Chill
- Back in the fridge they go until they're nice and firm.
Make Them Perfect
- Use real white chocolate chips can get chalky. Keep your hands cool while rolling or they'll melt. Want them alcohol free? Just use extra cream instead of curacao. The sugar coating isn't just pretty it helps them hold their shape better too!
Keep Them Fresh
- These beauties need to live in the fridge but serve them after a quick 5-minute rest at room temp that's when they taste best. Want to freeze them? Go for it they'll keep up to three months just wrap them up tight to keep the frost out.
Serving Tips
- Put these out on your holiday cookie tray watch how fast they disappear! They look stunning next to traditional red and green treats. Make them part of a truffle assortment for gifting each one wrapped in a tiny paper cup looks so professional.
Frequently Asked Questions
- → Can I omit the alcohol?
Yes, use blue food coloring and flavor extract instead.
- → Why chill twice?
First chill firms for rolling, second sets the coating.
- → Can I use milk chocolate?
White chocolate works best for blue color.
- → How long do they keep?
Up to 1 week refrigerated.
- → Can I freeze these?
Yes, up to 3 months in airtight container.