I am teaching a class dedicated to Balsamic Vinegar this Sunday and I get so many questions from people regarding what they can do with Balsamic outside of vinaigrette. Here is a simple, easy idea to incorporate Balsamic into a dessert - truffles!
1 cups heavy whipping cream
16 ounces quality dark chocolate (sweetened) - chopped
2 tbsp quality balsamic vinegar
cocoa powder for garnish
Heat cream in a microwave safe bowl on high for 5 minutes, or until very hot. Remove from microwave and add chopped chocolate. Stir with small whisk or fork until chocolate is melted and smooth. Add balsamic vinegar and pour into a bowl or dish - place in the refrigerator for two hours to set.
Remove from refrigerator and using a spoon, melon baller or small scoop - roughly 1 tbsp worth of truffle mixture, roll in between the palms of your hands to form a ball and drop in cocoa powder to coat. Truffles can be kept at room temperature, but do keep them in an airtight container to keep them from drying out - or they can be kept in the refrigerator. Enjoy
If you haven't tried making these and you want to, do it! I've done it at home and they are so easy and your friends will be totally impressed. They're delicious!
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