Cherry Mash Truffles (Print Version)

# Ingredients:

→ Chocolate Mixture

01 - 8 oz chopped semi-sweet or dark chocolate
02 - 1 cup heavy cream

→ Cherry Flavor

03 - 1 cup cherry puree
04 - 2 tbsp cherry liqueur (optional)

→ Coating

05 - Cocoa powder or chopped nuts for coating

# Instructions:

01 - Place chopped chocolate in a heatproof bowl.
02 - Warm heavy cream in a saucepan over medium heat until it begins to simmer.
03 - Pour hot cream over chocolate; let stand for 2 minutes, then stir until smooth.
04 - Fold in cherry puree and cherry liqueur if using, mixing until fully blended.
05 - Cover and refrigerate ganache for approximately 2 hours until firm.
06 - Scoop 1 tablespoon of ganache and shape into balls.
07 - Roll truffles in cocoa powder or chopped nuts to fully coat each piece.
08 - Place coated truffles on a tray and refrigerate for 30 minutes prior to serving.

# Notes:

01 - For best texture, use cold heavy cream and refrigerate the ganache until firm before shaping.

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