Aperol-Infused Dark Chocolate Orange Truffles

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Velvety truffles combining Aperol's bittersweet profile with dark chocolate and orange zest for a decadent aperitif treat. This Italian-inspired quick recipe, ready in about 25 minutes, layers Dark chocolate, Heavy cream, Aperol into a dessert worth slowing down for — great for weekend baking, holiday tables, or any time you want a sweet payoff at the end of a meal. Each serving lands at about 240 calories and feeds 12, so it slots into a weekend bake or a special-occasion dessert tray. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 25 min Serves 12 Italian cuisine 240 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Melt 1 cup dark chocolate in a double boiler. Whisk in 1/2 cup heavy cream and 1 tbsp Aperol until smooth. Let cool slightly.
  2. Step 2: Fold in 1 tbsp orange zest and 1/4 cup powdered sugar until fully incorporated. Chill the mixture for 1 hour.
  3. Step 3: Roll into 1-inch balls and coat with additional powdered sugar. Chill for 30 minutes before serving.

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