The only times I’ve had such a sweet and indulgent treat like truffles was at work or if they were given as a gift! What if you could make delicious truffles at home? The Bailey’s Irish Creme Truffles would make a lovely treat for any get-together or even wrapped up as a gift!
I am always looking for gift ideas, especially for my son’s teachers. My son has Autism, so he is in special education. His classes usually have a teacher and a handful of teacher assistants helping in the classroom!
Every time a special occasion rolls around, I am always searching for inspiration on gifts for his teachers! I only wish I were crafty or creative enough to make a cute goody bag!
A simple gift idea would be a houseplant! I am addicted to houseplants, so if I were to ever gift one, it would be an easy care houseplants, such as a spider plant or snake plant. I understand that not everyone has a “green thumb” as I seem to kill every succulent I’ve had!
Do you like truffles? It’s not every day that I indulge in such a delicious treat, until now! I am so excited to share such a yummy recipe like the Bailey’s Irish Creme Truffles!
Don’t forget the milk because these are so good!
Are you ready to wow your guests? Are you ready to share the love and give these as a sweet gift? Either way, the Bailey’s Irish Creme Truffles will be a hit!
For more delicious treats, check out our Mint Chocolate Chip Dip and the Kit Kat Cupcakes!
If you need a break from sweet, try the keto-friendly avocado egg salad!
Bailey's Irish Creme Truffles
Ingredients
Ingredients:
- 1/4 C + 2 TBSP whipping cream
- 1 TBSP sugar
- 1 TBSP instant coffee
- 1 Ghirardelli milk chocolate bar 3 1/2 oz
- Chopped into small pieces
- 3 Ghirardelli premium dark chocolate bars 3 1/2 oz each
- Chopped one bar into small pieces. Put in a small bowl
- Chop the remaining 2 bars of dark chocolate and put in a second bowl
- 3 TBSP Bailey's Irish whiskey
Instructions
Directions:
- Line 2 baking sheets with parchment paper.
- Set aside.
- Combine the milk chocolate and one dark chocolate pieces into a large bowl.
- Set aside.
- Add whipping cream and sugar to a saucepan bringing it to a boil.
- Once it reaches a boil quickly remove the saucepan from the heat and add the instant coffee.
- Whisk the coffee to combine it with the whipping cream and sugar.
- When dissolved pour over the bar of chopped milk chocolate and chopped dark chocolate.
- Stir using a whisk until chocolate is melted.
- Add whiskey. Stir to combine.
- Cover this (ganache) with plastic wrap.
- Set aside to firm up for at least 3-4 hours or overnight.
- This needs to be firm enough to be made into a ball and hold its shape.
- Using a large spoon to scoop ganache out and use your hands to roll into round balls.
- Set aside.
- Bring the water in the bottom half of the double boiler to a boil.
- Reduce to a low simmer.
- Add 2/3's of the chopped dark chocolate in the top half of the double boiler.
- Stir constantly until the chocolate is almost melted.
- Set 1/3 of remaining chocolate aside.
- Remove from heat and allow to slightly cool.
- Add the rest of the chocolate.
- Stir until most of chocolate has melted.
- Place some chocolate on the palm of your hand and roll a round ganache ball into it.
- Place the chocolate covered truffles on the prepped cookie sheets.
- Repeat until all of the balls have been made.
- (If chocolate becomes too firmed and or cold place it in the microwave oven for 4-5 seconds.)
- Dip truffles once more into chocolate.
- Allow to slightly harden before drizzling more chocolate onto the truffles
- Enjoy
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These looks so delicious! Thanks for the recipe!
Lovely share, haven’t had truffles in many years
These look awesome!
It’s hard to imagine I can make something this tasty
These look absolutely delicious!! I dont think I’d have any left by the time was done lol!!
I’ve never heard of these. They look delicious. Thanks for posting!