Christmas Chocolate Truffles

4th October 2023

There’s nothing more thoughtful than a homemade Christmas gift to show someone that you really care, especially if it’s edible! Boxes lined with tissue and tied with a ribbon or popped into recycled glass jars, filled with festive treats are just the thing that you and your foodie friends and family will love.

For those who prefer ready-made indulgence, chocolate truffles from Lily O’Brien’s offer a luxurious and convenient alternative, perfect for adding a special touch to your festive celebrations.

Makes: 20

Prep Time: 5 minutes

Cook Time: 10 minutes

Equipment:

KitchenAid Artisan 4.7L Stand Mixer

KitchenAid Slicer and Shredder Attachment

Ingredients:

250g 60% dark chocolate

Method:

Connect the Slicer and Shredder attachment with the coarse shredding blade to the stand mixer. Grate the chocolate on speed 6
Heat the cream over a medium heat
until hot, but don’t let it boil, and pour over the chocolate and let it sit for 5 minutes, then stir until smooth
Pour the truffle mixture into a shallow tray and refrigerate for 4 hours
Toast the desiccated coconut on a medium heat and transfer to a shallow plate to cool
Sieve the cocoa powder onto another plate
Using a melon baller or a teaspoon, scoop out a small amount of the cooled truffle mixture and shape into a ball with a diameter of about 2.5cm. Roll half of the balls in the cocoa powder and half in the coconut
Store refrigerated in an airtight container before you’re ready to gift wrap, or serve after dinner

The KitchenAid 4.7L Artisan Stand Mixer (RRP £499), Slicer and Shredder (RRP £109) and Sifter and Scale (RRP £169) attachments are available from kitchenaid.co.uk