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Perfect Graduation Cap Chocolate Truffles Recipe with Easy Gold Drizzle Tutorial

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Rich, creamy chocolate truffles shaped like graduation caps with a luxurious edible gold drizzle, perfect for celebrations and easy to make at home.

Ingredients

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  • 8 ounces bittersweet chocolate, finely chopped
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream (120 ml)
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened (28 grams)
  • 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
  • Edible gold paint or gold dust for drizzle
  • 1–2 tablespoons powdered sugar (optional)
  • Pinch of sea salt

Instructions

  1. Chop the chocolate finely and place it in a heatproof mixing bowl.
  2. Heat the cream and butter in a small saucepan over medium heat until it just begins to simmer, then remove immediately.
  3. Pour the hot cream mixture over the chopped chocolate and let sit undisturbed for 2 minutes.
  4. Gently stir with a rubber spatula until the chocolate is fully melted and smooth. Add vanilla extract, salt, and powdered sugar if using, stirring well to combine.
  5. Cover the mixture with plastic wrap pressed directly onto the surface and chill in the refrigerator for about 2 hours or until firm enough to handle.
  6. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone mat.
  7. Using a teaspoon or small cookie scoop, portion out the chilled chocolate mixture and quickly roll into balls between your palms.
  8. Flatten each ball slightly and use a small square cookie cutter or the edge of a knife to shape the top like a graduation cap. Use a tiny dot of melted chocolate for the tassel.
  9. Place the shaped truffles on the prepared tray and refrigerate for another 30 minutes to firm up.
  10. Thin the edible gold paint slightly with a few drops of vodka or lemon extract if needed. Using an offset spatula or piping bag, drizzle gold over the truffles in thin, elegant lines.
  11. Let the drizzle set for about 15 minutes at room temperature before serving or packaging.

Notes

Keep hands cool and dry while shaping truffles to prevent melting. Chill mixture thoroughly before shaping. Thin edible gold paint with vodka or lemon extract for smooth drizzle. If no edible gold paint is available, use melted white chocolate tinted with yellow food coloring as an alternative.

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