Lemon Truffles Recipe (2024)

FAQs

What is the best way to cook with truffles? ›

They pair very well with egg dishes – scrambled egg, omelette, soufflé, a flan or just fried. Our autumn truffles are usually enjoyed raw. Shave them over cheese dishes, chicken, fish, canapés & hor d'oeuvres or grated into creamy soups or sauces just before serving. Infuse the flavour into eggs or cheese.

Use a higher chocolate-to-cream ratio to produce a thicker ganache. Milk chocolate, white chocolate, and compound chocolate all melt down to a thinner consistency than dark chocolate does. For a thicker ganache, like for truffles, use a 2:1 ratio of chocolate to cream.

Avoid pairing truffles with ingredients that are too spicy or acidic–like citrus or tomato sauce–as these are likely to overpower the truffle's flavor.

Truffles are known for their earthy, umami-rich flavor and heady, musky aroma. Their flavor is sometimes compared to mushrooms, although truffles are more intense and complex in taste and far more fragrant. The exact profile varies by variety, season and quality, incorporating nutty, garlicky or floral notes.

Truffles and Olives/Olive Oil

The fruity, slightly bitter taste of olives and olive oil beautifully complements the umami-rich flavor of truffles. Drizzle truffle-infused olive oil over an olive tapenade for an extra depth of flavor.

Full-fat coconut milk or a blend of coconut milk and coconut cream are an ideal substitute for heavy cream. The truffles in this photo are made from canned coconut milk; I recommend choosing a brand that is in a container that doesn't contain BPA.

"A good truffle should melt in your mouth," says Saffitz. If you serve them stone-cold and straight outta the fridge, you're missing the point. That said, letting them sit at room temperature for hours will render them so soft that you can't pick them up. A solid hour oughta do the trick.

The Best Chocolate for Truffles

Look in the baking aisle for chocolate with 60% or higher cacao content. Guittard makes chocolate baking bars with 64% and 70% cacao content. Ghirardelli's also makes baking bars with 60% and 70% cacao content. We also like Scharffen Berger.

Some great pairings include aged cheddar, goat cheese, and Parmesan. - For a sweet and savory pairing, try pairing black truffles with blue cheese or Camembert. The floral, nutty flavor of the truffle works wonderfully with these cheeses to create an incredibly rich, indulgent combination.

What tool is best for dipping truffles? ›

A dipping fork, chocolate dipping tool, or even a regular fork or bamboo skewer can work wonders. Just ensure the tool allows you to dip the truffle entirely in chocolate and shake off the excess without creating a mess.

What do I do if the truffle mixture is too sticky? If your chocolate truffles are sticky when you're rolling them into balls, it's probably because they aren't fully set yet. Place them back in the fridge until the chocolate is very firm, but still soft enough to form into shape.

Typically, truffles are thinly shaved on top of a cooked meal but if you grate them on a Microplane instead, the fine shavings incorporate better with the dish. Truffles are commonly used in pasta dishes, risotto, sauces, or grated over seafood or meat.

Try mixing them with your favorite mayonnaise to make a homemade aioli, or mix them with hot sauces, salad dressings, or other condiments. 3. Bake with our truffle sauce - have you experienced truffle biscuits, croissants, or bread?

If you're looking for intensity of flavor, you'll be disappointed with truffle oil. Most brands use very little truffle in their products, which is why the flavor is so weak. If you want intense flavor, your best bet is to buy fresh truffles and use them sparingly. A little goes a long way with this ingredient!