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Saint Patricks Day Green Tea Truffles

Saint Patricks's Green Tea Truffles

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Prep Time 35 minutes
Chilling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Course Snack
Cuisine American
Servings 24 truffles (approx)

Ingredients
  

For the truffles

  • 1 package cream cheese , softened (8 oz)
  • 2/3 tsp matcha powder
  • 2 cups powdered sugar
  • 2 tsp vanilla extract
  • Green food coloring , gel works best

For the coating

  • 2 1/2 cups white chocolate melts or shredded white chocolate
  • 1 tsp coconut oil, (optional, for smoother drizzle)
  • a pinch of matcha powder, to garnish (optional)

Instructions
 

For the filling

  • In a large bowl, whip the softened cream cheese until it becomes smooth and creamy.
  • Slowly mix in the powdered sugar, matcha powder, and vanilla extract, blending until the mixture is smooth and well incorporated.
  • Add a few drops of green food coloring and mix until the filling reaches a vibrant green hue. Add more if necessary to achieve the desired shade.
  • Form the mixture into small balls, roughly 1 inch in diameter, and arrange them on a rack or a parchment-lined baking sheet. Freeze for at least 30 minutes, or until they are firm.

For the coating

  • In a microwave-safe bowl, melt the white chocolate, stirring every 30 seconds until it's smooth. Take care not to overheat the chocolate.
  • To add a green drizzle to your truffles, set aside some of the melted white chocolate and mix in green food coloring. Add a few drops at a time until you achieve the desired shade of green.
  • Take the green filling balls out of the freezer.
  • Using a fork, toothpick, or dipping tool, dip each frozen ball into the melted white chocolate, allowing any excess to drip off. Set the coated truffles back on the rack or parchment paper and repeat with the remaining truffles.
  • For an optional touch, sprinkle a pinch of matcha powder over the truffles. It’s best to do this while the coating is still slightly warm, as it will help the matcha powder adhere more easily.
  • If you are using green melted chocolate for decoration, dip a teaspoon into the mixture and drizzle it over the truffles in a zig-zag pattern.
  • Allow the white chocolate coating to fully set, either at room temperature or in the refrigerator for quicker results.
Keyword St. Patrick's Day, Sweet
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