Pistachio Truffles with Pistachio Cherry Ganache

Dark chocolate truffles filled with pistachio-cherry ganache, using Setton Farms Dry Roasted with Sea Salt Pistachio Kernels for texture and flavor. Rolled in pistachio dust for a salty-sweet finish.

Why You'll Love Pistachio Truffles with Pistachio Cherry Ganache

The ganache is dried cherries and pistachios pulsed fine, folded into melted dark chocolate and cream. Each truffle gets dipped in more melted chocolate, then rolled in ground pistachios for a salty crust. They hold in the fridge a week, or the freezer a month, so they're easy to make ahead for entertaining or gifting.

Tips and Tricks

• Chill ganache until firm but pliable for easier rolling.
• Use gloves when rolling to prevent melting.
• Double-dip truffles for an extra-thick chocolate shell.

Variations

• Swap cherries for dried apricots or figs.
• Add a splash of kirsch or brandy to the ganache.
• Use white chocolate coating for contrast.

Substitutions

• Setton Farms Dry Roasted with Sea Salt Pistachio Kernels → Setton Farms Raw Pistachio Kernels (toast lightly before grinding).
• Dark chocolate → milk chocolate (sweeter, softer finish).
• Dried cherries → dried cranberries.

Best served with

• Espresso or cappuccino
• A glass of ruby port
• After-dinner cheese plate

How to Store Leftovers

Store truffles in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 1 week. Bring to room temperature before serving. Freeze up to 1 month; thaw in the fridge overnight.

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Smooth dark chocolate truffles filled with a pistachio-cherry ganache made from Setton Farms Dry Roasted with Sea Salt Pistachio Kernels. Rolled, dipped, and finished in pistachio dust.

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Prep Time 30 minutes mins

Active Time 30 minutes mins

Total Time 2 hours hrs

Servings: 16 truffles

Course: Confection, Dessert, Holiday

Cuisine: French, Seasonal

Calories: 207

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

  

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• ½ cup Setton Farms Dry Roasted with Sea Salt Pistachio Kernels
• ¼ cup dried cherries
• ½ cup heavy cream
• 8 oz dark chocolate 70%, chopped
• 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
• 8 oz dark chocolate for coating, chopped
• ¼ cup Setton Farms Dry Roasted with Sea Salt Pistachio Kernels finely ground (for rolling)

Equipment

• Food processor
• Small saucepan
• Mixing Bowls
• Rubber spatula
• Sheet Pan
• Parchment paper
• Melon baller or small scoop

Method

 

Make the Pistachio Cherry Ganache

1. Pulse Setton Farms Dry Roasted with Sea Salt Pistachio Kernels and dried cherries in a food processor until finely chopped.
2. Heat heavy cream in a small saucepan until steaming but not boiling.
3. Pour hot cream over chopped dark chocolate and butter. Let sit 2 minutes, then stir until smooth.
4. Fold in pistachio-cherry mixture. Cover and refrigerate until firm, about 1 hour.

Form the Truffles

1. Scoop ganache into 1-inch balls using a melon baller or spoon.
2. Roll quickly between palms to form smooth rounds. Place on a parchment-lined sheet pan and chill 15 minutes.

Coat and Finish

1. Melt coating chocolate in a heatproof bowl over simmering water. Stir until smooth.
2. Dip each chilled ganache ball into melted chocolate, letting excess drip off.
3. Roll or sprinkle with finely ground Setton Farms Dry Roasted with Sea Salt Pistachio Kernels.
4. Set on parchment until firm, about 30 minutes.

To Plate

1. Arrange truffles on a chilled platter or in paper cups.
2. Garnish with a few whole Setton Farms Dry Roasted with Sea Salt Pistachio Kernels for presentation.
3. Serve at room temperature.

Nutrition

Calories: 207kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 3gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 9gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gTrans Fat: 0.04gCholesterol: 11mgSodium: 8mgPotassium: 210mgFiber: 3gSugar: 8gVitamin A: 209IUVitamin C: 0.04mgCalcium: 28mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Storage: keep in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 2 weeks, or freeze for up to 2 months. Let sit at room temperature for a few minutes before serving.

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