Tempted by Chocolate…..Sure why not? With Valentine’s day coming up in a few weeks I figured I would tempt you with some dark chocolate truffles. These are rich and fabulous. A little goes a long way. Remember small indulgences with high-quality ingredients keep us happy and satisfied. Deprivation, BORING. Small occasional indulgences with highly flavored, pure ingredients…….GRAND!
Oh, by the way….I entered these truffles in the Scharffen Berger/TuttiFoodieChocolate Adventure Contest. They were also given as holiday gifts to my friends and my kids’ teachers. They all loved ’em, I think you will too. A little sweetness goes a long way. Let’s live it up and celebrate Valentines Day together! Truffles anyone?
Fresh Benefits…
Chocolate
Chocolate is loaded with Flavonoids (antioxidants.) The darker you go, the higher percentage of these benefits come your way. Chocolate is a win-win treat. You get health benefits and taste bud satisfaction!!
Did you know that chocolate is an all natural mood enhancer? It produces feelings of pleasure because it stimulates the secretion of endorphins. Love that! This feel-good goodie contains the hot topic neurotransmitter Serotonin. Stimulating, Sugary, Caffeinated chocolate…..Here’s to happy thoughts! To read more about Cocoa and the health benefits of chocolate click the following links:
Cacao
Cacao Nibs are great for you too! They are the building blocks of chocolate so they have even more of the good for you stuff mentioned above. To read more about Cacao click here:
Ginger
Ginger has a bunch of great for you properties as well. It is known to help relieve gastrointestinal stress. It also has antioxidant properties that provide anti-inflammatory support. Get Seasick? Sucking on a ginger candy can help relieve symptoms of motion sickness. To read more on the health benefits of ginger:
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Chocolate Recipes on MarlaMeridith.com
- Cocoa Coconut Oat Parfait
- Cocoa 3 Ways
- Pomegranate Coconut Shake {with Roasted Cacao Nibs}
- Skinny Frozen Peppermint Hot Cocoa
- Sweet Potato Chocolate Chip Cookies
Truffle Recipe Links
- Chocolate Truffles Naturally Ella
- Doughnut Truffles Lara Ferroni
- Halloween-y Oreo Truffles Three Many Cooks
- Raspberry Chocolate TrufflesBaking = Love
- White Chocolate Cardamom Truffles From Donuts to Delirium
Marla, you’re killin’ me! These look uuuuhhhhmazing! Ginger + chocolate — ahhh! YUM!
Is Crystallized Ginger the same as candied ginger? I’ve never heard of Crystallized Ginger..
Have a super weekend!
The truffles are beautiful! Great sweet treat for someone special:)
Holy moly girl! I’m wondering if orange zest could take the place of the ginger as an alternative recipe….
Kristin: Orange Extract and Zest would be awesome!!
Nicole: Yes, Crystallized Ginger is the same as candied…maybe a little more larger, brighter crystals on top!
New Friends! Thanks for stopping by and entering my Give Away!
Wow! The words chocolate, ginger, smoked, and salt are all serious yum triggers for me…would never think to put them together, but this looks fabulous! And I actually have a box of smoked salt on hand–I’m so glad to have somewhere to put it other than fish!
oh my! those look to-die-for! ive been looking for a truffle recipe to try & i think i found it!
I love the flavor of ginger, but I’ve actually never had crystallized ginger. And I don’t think I’ve ever had the chocolate/ginger combination, but warm, spicy ginger combined with the rich chocolate sounds like a delicious pair! Absolutely perfect for Valentine’s Day! 🙂
Your truffles look decadent! I’m usually not a bit ginger fan but maybe these would win me over 🙂
That’s awesome that you ran the Boston Marathon… go girl! Do you still run a lot?
Gosh, that looks amazing.I’ve been on a chocolate kick lately. And unfortunately, I can’t seem to practice restraint!
what perfect little truffles! any truffle recipe that doesn’t involve coating in melted chocolate is a-okay by me. 🙂
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OK people! I have indulged in the decadent treats! I had a lovely little basket of these goodies given to me from Marla at Christmas. They are beyond heavenly. The smoked sea salt gives it that “je ne sais quoi?” So divine. You all must try this. It is perfect for Valentines day.
Wow Marla. Your truffles look absolutely wonderful!!
Oh wow these look and sound amazing!!!!
Oh. My. God.
That’s really all that needs to be said.
Except thank you for posting such a delicious sounding recipe! I will definitely be trying this one!
Those look so unfair!!! I wish I could do more than boil water… Can you make me some? 🙂
What happened to re-posting this recipe post-contest at the end of February? I’ve been waiting sooooo [im]patiently!! 😉
Thanks so much for reminding me….I just put it back on 🙂 Hope you enjoy the truffles.
Those look amazing! I love truffles.
I’m in love. These sound absolutely delightful, and they look equally amazing.
I made these last night and the ganache turned out really hard. Would more cream solve this issue for next time?