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Perfect Matcha Bourbon Truffles with Gold Dust Finish

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These truffles combine the earthy bitterness of matcha with the smooth warmth of bourbon, finished with a dazzling gold dust for an elegant and indulgent dessert that’s quick and easy to make.

Ingredients

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  • 10 oz (280 g) white chocolate chips (preferably Lindt)
  • ½ cup (120 ml) heavy cream, full-fat
  • 2 tbsp (28 g) unsalted butter, softened
  • 2 tbsp matcha green tea powder (ceremonial-grade recommended)
  • 2 tbsp bourbon whiskey (e.g., Maker’s Mark)
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract, pure
  • A pinch of gold dust or edible gold glitter
  • Optional: sea salt flakes for sprinkling

Instructions

  1. Heat the cream and butter in a small saucepan over medium heat until the butter melts and the mixture starts to simmer gently, about 3-4 minutes. Avoid boiling.
  2. Place white chocolate chips in a heatproof bowl. Pour the hot cream mixture over the chocolate and let sit for 2 minutes to soften.
  3. Whisk or stir gently until the mixture is smooth and glossy. If chunks remain, warm gently over simmering water and stir until melted.
  4. Sift matcha powder into the ganache to avoid lumps, then stir in bourbon and vanilla extract until evenly combined.
  5. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for about 2 hours or until firm but pliable.
  6. Using a small cookie scoop or teaspoon, portion out the ganache and quickly roll into smooth balls between your palms. Place on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
  7. Lightly mist each truffle with water or edible alcohol spray, then dust evenly with edible gold powder using a fine mesh sieve.
  8. Refrigerate the truffles for another 30 minutes to set the gold dust and firm up the shape.
  9. Bring truffles to room temperature about 10 minutes before serving for the best texture.

Notes

Use high-quality white chocolate for best results. Heat cream gently to avoid seizing chocolate. Sift matcha powder to prevent lumps. Chill hands or dust with cocoa powder to prevent sticking when rolling truffles. Let truffles sit at room temperature before shaping if ganache is too stiff. Optional sea salt flakes add crunch and enhance sweetness. For dairy-free, substitute heavy cream with coconut cream and use vegan white chocolate. Store in airtight container in fridge up to 1 week or freeze up to 3 months.

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