White Citrus Truffles

Citrus Truffles

Are you looking for something easy and memorable to do for the special person in your life on Valentine's Day?
These White Chocolate Citrus Truffles will be a gift to remember. I entered these in the State Fair of Texas this year and they were a huge hit.

Citrus Truffles

INGREDIENTS

  • 3/4 Cup Heavy Cream

  • Zest of 1 Orange

  • Zest of 1 Lemon

  • 2 lbs. White Chocolate

  • 1 Tablespoon Shortening

DIRECTIONS

Combine zests and heavy cream in a small saucepan - simmer until bubbles appear.
Remove from heat and let sit for 30 minutes. After 30 minutes, warm up again until bubbles appear.
Melt 1 lb. white chocolate, strain cream mixture, and add to chocolate. Stir gently and allow to cool to room temperature.
Once cooled, place in refrigerator for at least 4 hours.
Roll ganache into 1-inch round balls, then put in the freezer to set for at least 2 hours.
Melt remaining white chocolate, and stir in shortening. Dip centers into chocolate, then garnish with orange zest.