I couldn’t let St. Patrick’s Day come and go without making something to celebrate this “green” holiday. In the past, we have celebrated with Chocolate Stout Cupcakes, and Stuffed Cabbage (I love stuffed cabbage, don’t you?).
This year I wanted to gift the teachers with a little sweet treat. With an unopened bottle of Bailiey’s Irish Cream that we received at the holidays, chocolate truffles were calling my name. Truffles are a wonderful gift because you can make a big batch in very little time. Using premium ingredients, a ganache is whipped up in minutes and then rests on the counter to cool. While this batch of ganache rested, I went for a 3 mile walk. Came home, put it in the fridge for 45 minutes while I straightened up my house.
The end results are impressive. Wrapped in pretty boxes and gifted to those that deserve them wins bonus points for weeks to come. Although he doesn’t know it, I hid a few in the back of the pantry for Levi. He is doing such a great job with the transition into a gluten free diet, that a little sweet treat is my way of showing him how proud I am of him.
Irish Cream + Coffee Chocolate Truffles
Ingredients
10 ounces organic, heavy cream
1 vanilla bean, split, seeds removed
16 ounces bittersweet chocolate, finely chopped
1/2 teaspoon espresso powder
1/8 teaspoon Celtic Sea Salt
4 ounces Baileys Irish Cream
9 ounces white chocolate, finely chopped
Instructions
• place the chopped bittersweet chocolate in a large glass bowl. place a mesh strainer over the chocolate.
• in a small saucepan, combine the heavy cream, vanilla seeds, and the pod. bring to a boil. remove the saucepan from the stove and pour the warm cream through the strainer and over the chocolate.
• let stand for 1 minute. add espresso powder and salt. using a heat proof spatula, mix until all the chocolate has melted. let cool to room temperature (about 1 1/2 hours).
• add Baileys and mix to combine.
• place a piece of plastic wrap over mixture (press the plastic wrap directly onto the chocolate) and refrigerate for 1 hour.
• using a 1 tablespoon ice cream scooper, form balls, roll in the palm of your hands, and place on a baking sheet lined with a silpat mat. when all have been rolled, place in the fridge for at least an hour.
• temper your white chocolate (you can find great instructions here). I have this tempering machine, which my kids think is a toy (lucky me).
• when the chocolate is ready, dip your cold truffles into the white chocolate, let the extra chocolate drip away and place on the silpat mat. decorate or not!
• store in an airtight container for up to two weeks.
The Urban Baker / SusanSalzman.com
More St. Patrick’s Day Green Treats
Mint Cheesecake – Zoe Bakes
Thin Mint Brownies – My Baking Addiction
Baileys Irish Cream Cupcakes – Tidy Mom
Shamrock Macarons w/Baileys Chocolate Ganache – Raspberri Cupcakes
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These are so cute and right on time! I love the combination of chocolate and Baileys, so yummy!
such a good combo, Kim! Next time I may add a smidge more Baileys!
I’m in love with baileys, these look glorious, and oh so cute 😉
These are just beautiful Susan!
So festive! I’m sure the teachers will be thankful!
Oh yum! I need to try these!
These are such pretty treats to celebrate St Patty’s day + spring!
These are almost too cute to eat! Almost…. 😉
Yum! Big fan of Baileys any time of the year. Lucky Levi – did you stash a box for me?!!! x Happy St Patrick’s Day
I have a few stashed away for “moi” however I will share!
How cute are these and I am sure they are divine with the Bailey’s!! I may have just enough time to whip up a batch for St. Paddy’s day!!
Takes no time at all, Nancy. I highly suggest!
Great treat for St. Paddy’s day!
Gorgeous truffles! I bet the walk was just what you needed too.
Omg…these are simply cute!! Perfect for this weekend :))
oh these sound AMAZING Susan! I pinned them!
thanks for the link to my cupcakes too!
omgggg… bailey’s is my alcoholic staple haha.
these look awesome
The Irish Cream and cocoa powder in this sounds wonderful! How festive for the perfect St. Patricks day treat.
I have got to try these! Adorable and sound absolutely delish!
I will try and save you one!
i dont know which is more impressive. These truffles or the straightening of the house after a 3 mile walk!
Deadly and delicious Susan! Love how they came out. You are so creative!
Thanks for sharing your thoughts about candy.
Regards
How much is ten ounces cups?
Ten cups, ten ounces?
So sorry about that! It’s 10 ounces of heavy cream. These are delicious – and super easy. Thanks for pointing out the typo!