Burfi Truffles with a Fusion Twist recipe

Burfi Truffles with a Fusion Twist

by @chefspalette
Prep Time
20min
Cook Time
15min
Total Time
35min

A delightful fusion dessert combining traditional Indian burfi with rich dark chocolate truffles.

Ingredients

12 Servings
(1 serving = 1 truffle)

Burfi Mixture

  • 1cup
    milk powder
  • 1/2cup
    condensed milk
  • 1/4cup
    heavy cream
  • 2tbsp
    ghee
  • 1/4tsp
    cardamom powder
  • 1tsp
    rose water

For Rolling and Coating

  • 1/2cup
    desiccated coconut
  • 1/2cup
    dark chocolate
  • 1/4cup
    crushed pistachios or almonds
  • piece
    edible rose petals or gold leaf (optional)

How to make Burfi Truffles with a Fusion Twist

Prepare the Burfi Mixture

  1. Heat a non-stick pan on low-medium heat and add ghee.

  2. Add milk powder and condensed milk to the pan once the ghee melts. Stir continuously to avoid lumps.

  3. Add heavy cream and cardamom powder and keep stirring until the mixture thickens and leaves the pan's sides.

  4. Remove from heat, add rose water, and mix well.

Shaping the Burfi Balls

  1. Allow the mixture to cool slightly but not completely. While still warm, take small portions and roll them into bite-sized balls.

  2. Roll each ball in desiccated coconut for a delicate texture.

Fusion Twist – Chocolate Coating

  1. Melt the dark chocolate in a microwave or over a double boiler until smooth.

  2. Dip each burfi ball into the melted chocolate, ensuring it's evenly coated.

  3. Place the chocolate-covered truffles on parchment paper and allow the coating to set slightly.

Garnishing

  1. Before the chocolate fully sets, sprinkle each truffle with crushed pistachios or almonds.

  2. For an added touch of elegance, you can also decorate the truffles with edible rose petals or a bit of edible gold leaf.

Chilling

  1. Refrigerate the burfi truffles for about 30 minutes to an hour until the chocolate hardens completely and the flavors meld together.

Serve

  1. Once set, the fusion burfi truffles are ready to be served! These make for a perfect fusion dessert, combining the traditional essence of burfi with the richness of dark chocolate truffles.

Tips & Tricks

  1. You can add saffron strands to the burfi mixture for added flavor.

  2. For an extra fusion element, add a hint of sea salt to the dark chocolate before dipping the truffles.

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Recipe by

@chefspalette

Chefspalette is a culinary artist known for her innovative fusion recipes that merge traditional flavors with modern twists. Writing for Chefadora involves exploring diverse cuisines,...