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Gelato Truffles

A delightful mix of chocolate and vanilla gelato coated in dark chocolate, these indulgent truffles are perfect for a sweet escape.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Total Time 3 hours
Servings: 12 pieces
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 120
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Gelato Ingredients
  • 2 cups chocolate gelato Softened slightly for easy scooping.
  • 1 cup vanilla gelato Substitute with mint ice cream for variation.
  • 1/2 cup chocolate syrup Pour generously in the center of the truffle.
  • 1/2 cup chopped nuts Optional for added texture.
  • 1/2 cup whipped cream For serving.
  • 4 ounces dark chocolate Melted for coating.
  • to taste cocoa powder For dusting before serving.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Scoop a generous ball of chocolate gelato into a small bowl.
  2. Create a well in the center with vanilla gelato and fill it with chocolate syrup.
  3. Cover with another scoop of chocolate gelato and compact into a perfect orb.
  4. Freeze the gelato balls for 2-3 hours to firm up.
Coating
  1. Melt the dark chocolate until silky smooth.
  2. Dip each gelato ball into the melted chocolate until fully coated.
  3. Return coated truffles to the freezer to set.
Serving
  1. Dust the truffles with cocoa powder and top with whipped cream before serving.
  2. Serve on a colorful plate and enjoy with fresh berries or edible confetti.

Notes

Store truffles in an airtight container in the freezer for up to a month. Let gelato sit at room temperature if too hard to scoop.