Monday, January 11, 2016

Important Things To Know About Chocolate Truffles

By Scott Hill


Confections are the perfect presents for the people you care about. Gifting someone with a box of chocolate truffles will show that you love and appreciate this person. Before you purchase candies of this type, however, there are a few key things that you should know.

Truffles tend to have a far higher amount of cacao when compared to basic chocolate products that are bought at the supermarket. This makes them perfect for consumers who love treats that are both decadent and rich. Studies have show that actual cacao has a number of impressive health benefits, which makes moderate consumption of these products very advantageous.

There are a lot of people who believe that these candies are very plain due to the fact that the do not contain special fillings like caramel. The truth of the matter, however, is that there are many different flavor options that can be used to make truffles both different and exciting.

Powdered sugar or cocoa can be used to lightly dust the outside of these candies. This process creates an incredible contrast between the velvety interior of the confection and its outer covering. It offers an optimal balance of flavors and textures as the candy dissolves inside of the mouth.

The interior of a truffle can contain chopped nuts to enhance the feel of the candy in the mouth. Some people like letting their chocolates slowly melt away on their tongues, while others prefer to munch on candies that they actually have to chew. Pecans, crushed almonds and hazelnuts are among some of the most popular additions. These can be chopped, crushed or even powdered. Some companies simply opt to use nut-flavored extracts instead, for a smooth, velvety finish and minimal need for chewing.

If people have nut allergies, they do have the option of choosing fillings that do not contain nuts, nut extracts or nut pastes. As an example, some producers offer truffle types that have fillings that are fruit-flavored. This is accomplished through the addition of extracts. While the candy centers remain mostly cocoa, they can have orange, strawberry or raspberry undertones. It s simply impossible to become bored with these confections, even if you have a lot of them.

Options that are made of natural ingredients tend to be the highest in quality. Given their natural contents, however, they tend to melt quite rapidly especially when compared to chocolates that have a number of unnatural additions such as wax. Simply holding truffles for too long can cause them to melt and thus, people usually like to enjoy the in small quantities. They can also be far too decadent for excessive consumption.

Because the top options in these products tend to contain little else apart from sugar, cream and cocoa, it is usually best to store the in the refrigerator or in another cool area of the home. You definitely want to store these treats properly if waiting to give them to someone else. This is the only way to ensure that they remain attractive and edible in the meantime.




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