To make the perfect ganache pralines, you will need a few ingredients:
– 6 ounces of high-quality dark chocolate
– 1/4 cup of heavy cream
– 1 tablespoon of unsalted butter
– 2 teaspoons of honey
– 1/4 teaspoon of bergamot extract
Instructions:
1. Roughly chop the chocolate and place it in a heatproof bowl.
2. In a saucepan, heat the cream, butter, honey, and bergamot extract until it starts to simmer.
3. Pour the hot cream mixture over the chopped chocolate and let it sit for a minute or two until the chocolate starts to melt.
4. Using a spatula, start stirring the mixture until it becomes smooth, shiny, and well combined.
5. Set the mixture aside for a while, allowing it to cool and thicken into a ganache filling.
6. Once the ganache has thicken, spoon it into a piping bag and pipe the filling into small rounds onto a parchment-lined baking sheet.
7. Cool the pralines in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes, or until the ganache has hardened.
8. Melt the remaining chocolate in a double boiler or according to the package instructions.
9. Using a fork or praline dipping tool, dip the ganache rounds into the melted chocolate and tap the excess off.
10. Return the coated pralines to the parchment-lined baking sheet and let them cool completely.
11. Drizzle melted white chocolate over the cooled pralines for an extra touch of elegance.
12. Allow the chocolates to harden before carefully removing them from the parchment paper.
Now sit back, relax and indulge in the luxurious taste of bergamot ganache pralines. Not only do they taste amazing, but they also make for the perfect gift for those special occasions like Valentines Day, Mothers Day or even a sweet little handmade gift for a friend or loved one.
The secret behind these chocolates is the perfect balance of bitterness in the dark chocolate and the sweetness of the ganache filling. The bergamot extract adds just the right amount of citrusy tang that complements the chocolate perfectly. Whether you enjoy these chocolates on their own or with a warm cup of coffee, they are sure to leave a lasting impression on your taste buds and make you happy every time you indulge in these delicious pralines.
With the right ingredients, a little time, and some patience, you too can enjoy these delicious bergamot ganache pralines, an exquisite treat that is perfect for any occasion. So why not whip up a batch today and surprise your friends and family with a special chocolatey treat?