Decadent Valentine’s Chocolate Strawberry Truffle Jar
A rich and creamy chocolate strawberry truffle dessert in a jar, perfect for gifting or special occasions like Valentine’s Day. This easy recipe combines a silky truffle base with fresh strawberries for a luscious treat.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes plus chilling time
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup (170g) semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 8 oz (225g) cream cheese, softened
- ½ cup (120ml) heavy cream (or coconut cream for dairy-free)
- ¼ cup (30g) powdered sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup (about 150g) fresh strawberries, finely chopped
- Optional garnish: chopped nuts or white chocolate shavings
Instructions
- Melt the chocolate: In a microwave-safe bowl, heat the semi-sweet chocolate chips in 30-second bursts, stirring in between, until smooth (about 1-2 minutes total). Set aside to cool slightly.
- Beat the cream cheese: In a mixing bowl, use an electric mixer to beat the softened cream cheese until creamy and smooth, about 2-3 minutes.
- Add powdered sugar and vanilla: Gradually add powdered sugar and vanilla extract to the cream cheese and continue beating until fully combined and fluffy.
- Heat the cream: Warm the heavy cream in a small saucepan over low heat until just simmering (do not boil). Slowly pour the warm cream into the melted chocolate, stirring continuously until it forms a glossy ganache.
- Combine chocolate ganache and cream cheese mixture: Pour the ganache into the cream cheese bowl in a steady stream while mixing on low speed. Mix until smooth and fully incorporated, about 2 minutes.
- Fold in strawberries: Gently fold the finely chopped fresh strawberries into the truffle mixture with a spatula, taking care not to crush them.
- Assemble the jars: Spoon the truffle mixture into clean jars or dessert cups, smoothing the tops. Optionally, add chopped nuts or white chocolate shavings on top for garnish.
- Chill: Refrigerate the jars for at least 2 hours (ideally 4) to let the truffle firm up and flavors meld.
- Serve: Serve chilled with a small spoon.
Notes
Soften cream cheese to room temperature to avoid lumps. Melt chocolate slowly in short bursts to prevent burning. Fold strawberries gently to avoid watery texture. Chill jars well before serving for best texture. Can substitute dairy ingredients for vegan or dairy-free versions.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 jar (approximately
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 18
- Sodium: 150
- Fat: 26
- Saturated Fat: 15
- Carbohydrates: 22
- Fiber: 2
- Protein: 5
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