White Chocolate Raspberry Truffles are luscious, creamy bite-sized treats made with a smooth white chocolate ganache and sweet-tart raspberries. These elegant confections are perfect for gifting, special occasions, or simply indulging in a little luxury at home.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
These truffles strike the perfect balance between sweetness and brightness. The rich white chocolate pairs beautifully with the tangy flavor of raspberries, and their pretty pink hue makes them as beautiful as they are delicious.
- Elegant and indulgent
- Perfect for holidays, showers, or gifting
- No baking required
- Simple ingredients with impressive results
- Naturally gluten-free
ingredients
(Tip: You’ll find the full list of ingredients and measurements in the recipe card below.)
- White chocolate (high quality, chopped or chips)
- Heavy cream
- Freeze-dried raspberries or raspberry puree
- Butter (optional, for smoother texture)
- Vanilla extract (optional)
- Pinch of salt
- Optional coatings: powdered sugar, cocoa powder, shredded coconut, or melted white chocolate
directions
- If using freeze-dried raspberries, crush them into a fine powder and set aside. If using raspberry puree, strain to remove seeds.
- In a small saucepan, heat the heavy cream just until it starts to simmer—do not boil.
- Pour the hot cream over the chopped white chocolate in a heatproof bowl. Let sit for 1–2 minutes, then stir until smooth and fully melted.
- Stir in raspberry powder or puree, butter (if using), vanilla, and a pinch of salt. Mix until fully incorporated.
- Cover and refrigerate for 2–3 hours, or until firm enough to scoop.
- Use a small spoon or scoop to portion out the ganache and roll into balls.
- Roll truffles in desired coating or drizzle with melted white chocolate.
- Store in the fridge until ready to serve.
Servings and timing
This recipe makes about 20–24 truffles.
Prep time: 20 minutes
Chill time: 2–3 hours
Total time: ~3 hours including chilling
Variations
- Use dark or milk chocolate: For a different base flavor
- Add liqueur: A splash of raspberry liqueur or Chambord adds depth
- Dip in chocolate: For a smooth outer shell, dip chilled truffles in tempered white or dark chocolate
- Make it dairy-free: Use coconut cream and dairy-free white chocolate
- Decorate: Use sprinkles, edible gold dust, or pink sugar for a festive finish
storage/reheating
Store truffles in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 1 week.
For best texture, let them sit at room temperature for 10–15 minutes before serving.
Truffles can also be frozen for up to 1 month—thaw in the fridge overnight.
FAQs
Can I use fresh raspberries?
Fresh raspberries contain too much moisture, which can cause the ganache to separate. Use freeze-dried or strained puree for best results.
What kind of white chocolate is best?
Use high-quality white chocolate bars or couverture chocolate for best melting and texture.
Can I make these without heavy cream?
Heavy cream is essential for the creamy ganache texture. Coconut cream can be used as a substitute.
How do I make the coating stick?
Roll the truffles right after shaping, while they’re slightly tacky from the fridge.
Why is my ganache too soft?
It may need more chilling time or slightly less cream. You can also stir in more melted chocolate to firm it up.
Can I use food coloring to brighten the color?
Yes, a drop of gel-based food coloring can enhance the pink hue if desired.
Can I make these vegan?
Yes, use dairy-free white chocolate and coconut cream. Be sure all ingredients are vegan.
Do these need to be refrigerated?
Yes, due to the cream, they should be stored in the fridge for safety and freshness.
Can I use other fruits?
Yes—freeze-dried strawberries, blueberries, or cherries also work well.
Are these good for gifting?
Absolutely. Pack in mini paper cups in a gift box or tin, and keep refrigerated until ready to give.
Conclusion
White Chocolate Raspberry Truffles are a beautiful, decadent treat that combines creamy sweetness with berry brightness. With their delicate flavor and elegant appearance, they make the perfect homemade gift or dessert for any celebration. Simple to prepare yet truly luxurious, these truffles will become a favorite indulgence in your recipe collection.
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White Chocolate Raspberry Truffles
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Total Time: 3 hours 25 minutes (includes chilling)
- Yield: 20 truffles 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Chilled
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Description
Decadent and creamy white chocolate raspberry truffles made with a luscious white chocolate ganache and a touch of real raspberry, perfect for gifting or indulging.
Ingredients
- 8 oz white chocolate, finely chopped
- 1/4 cup heavy cream
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter
- 2 tbsp raspberry puree (strained to remove seeds)
- 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar or shredded coconut (for coating)
Instructions
- In a small saucepan, heat heavy cream and butter over medium heat until just simmering.
- Remove from heat and add chopped white chocolate. Let sit for 1 minute, then stir until smooth and fully melted.
- Stir in raspberry puree and vanilla extract until fully combined.
- Transfer the mixture to a bowl and refrigerate for 2–3 hours or until firm enough to scoop.
- Use a small spoon or melon baller to scoop out portions and roll into balls.
- Roll truffles in powdered sugar or shredded coconut to coat.
- Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator until ready to serve.
Notes
- Use freeze-dried raspberry powder in place of puree for a more concentrated flavor and firmer texture.
- Handle quickly while rolling to avoid melting from body heat.
- Can be frozen for up to a month and thawed in the refrigerator before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 truffle
- Calories: 90
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 10mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 10mg