Baby Christmas Pudding Chocolate Truffles are the perfect festive treat for the holiday season! These bite-sized truffles combine the rich flavors of chocolate and Christmas pudding, making them a fun, delicious, and easy-to-make dessert. Whether you’re preparing them as a gift, party snack, or indulgent treat, this recipe is sure to wow everyone. Plus, they’re beginner-friendly and perfect for any festive gathering.
Let’s dive into how to create these delightful Baby Christmas Pudding Chocolate Truffles, with tips, ingredient substitutes, and creative serving ideas.
How to Make Baby Christmas Pudding Chocolate Truffles
These truffles are inspired by traditional holiday desserts like Christmas pudding and Christmas truffles, but they add a modern and fun twist. Here’s everything you need to know to make your holidays sweeter.
Nothing says Christmas like classic festive treats – think Christmas puddings, fruit mince pies and chocolate truffles. They’re some of my all-time favourite desserts for the festive season, and they’re now made even better thanks to this recipe. These baby Christmas pudding chocolate truffles combine all three classic desserts into the cutest, most moreish Christmas treat.
Ingredients for Baby Christmas Pudding Chocolate Truffles
To make these delicious Baby Christmas Pudding Chocolate Truffles, you’ll need the following ingredients:
- Sweetened condensed milk: condensed milk creates the perfect smooth and creamy truffle texture that makes them extra moreish.
- Coles Finest Fruit Mince Pie Flavour Belgian Milk Chocolate: these truffles have beautiful notes of candied orange, cinnamon, vanilla and clove thanks to this fruit mince pie chocolate.
- Scotch finger biscuits: process Scotch finger biscuits into crumbs to thicken the condensed milk mixture and ensure the truffles hold their shape.
- White chocolate: drizzle white chocolate on top of the truffles for a cute Christmas pudding look. You can also substitute white chocolate for dark chocolate if you like your truffles not too sweet.
- Coles Christmas Holly Sprinkles: to complete the Christmas pudding look, add holly sprinkles on top of the melted white chocolate.
Feel free to substitute Cadbury chocolate for any brand of your choice or use homemade Christmas pudding if you prefer. If you’re short on time, store-bought pudding works wonderfully!
Instructions
Follow these simple steps to create your own Baby Christmas Pudding Chocolate Truffles:
1. Prepare the Christmas Pudding Mixture
- Crumble the Christmas pudding into fine pieces in a large mixing bowl.
- Add the melted dark chocolate, butter, and icing sugar to the bowl.
- Mix everything thoroughly until you get a thick, sticky mixture.
2. Shape the Truffles
- Take a small amount of the mixture (about 1 tablespoon) and roll it into a ball. Repeat until all the mixture is used up.
- Place the truffles on a tray lined with parchment paper and refrigerate for 1-2 hours, or until firm.
3. Decorate the Truffles
- Melt the white chocolate in a heatproof bowl over simmering water or in the microwave.
- Spoon a small amount of white chocolate onto the top of each truffle to mimic the “custard” on a Christmas pudding.
- Roll out red and green fondant to create small holly leaves and berries, or use mini holly sprinkles for decoration. Place them on top of the white chocolate before it sets.
4. Chill and Serve
- Once decorated, return the truffles to the refrigerator to set for another 30 minutes.
- Serve chilled and enjoy!
Tips for Making the Perfect Baby Christmas Pudding Chocolate Truffles
- Use quality chocolate: High-quality dark and white chocolate makes a big difference in flavor. Consider using brands like Cadbury for an extra creamy texture.
- Don’t overheat the chocolate: Melt your chocolate slowly to avoid burning it.
- Work quickly when decorating: The white chocolate sets fast, so have your holly decorations ready before you start.
- Make them ahead of time: These truffles can be stored in the fridge for up to a week, making them a perfect make-ahead dessert.
What to Serve with Baby Christmas Pudding Chocolate Truffles
These truffles pair wonderfully with:
- A warm cup of hot cocoa or mulled wine.
- Festive desserts like mini Christmas pudding or Christmas pudding cake balls.
- A holiday dessert platter alongside Christmas truffles or cookies.
Ingredient Substitutes
Here are some substitutes you can use for this recipe:
| Original Ingredient | Substitute |
|---|---|
| Christmas pudding | Chocolate cake crumbs or brownies |
| Dark chocolate | Milk chocolate or semi-sweet chocolate |
| White chocolate | Yogurt chips or cream cheese glaze |
| Red and green fondant | Colored icing or candy decorations |
Final Thoughts
Making Baby Christmas Pudding Chocolate Truffles is a fun and creative way to bring festive cheer to your holiday table. These adorable, bite-sized treats are easy to customize and make a thoughtful gift for loved ones. Whether you’re an experienced baker or a beginner, this recipe is simple, delicious, and guaranteed to impress.
