Mushroom & Chocolate Truffles
A delicious and unexpected combo of chocolate and mushrooms!
Add <quantity>1½<unit>cup</unit></quantity> of dried mushrooms to a blender, and blend on high speed to obtain a fine powder
Sieve the blended dried mushrooms and discard the pieces left in the fine mesh sieve. The mushroom flour is ready
Add <quantity>200<unit>ml</unit></quantity> of cream to a saucepan over low heat
Add <quantity>3<unit>tsp</unit></quantity> of the Mushroom Flour
Add <quantity>75<unit>g</unit></quantity> of honey and whisk to combine everything. Simmer until the cream is warm
Turn off the heat and add <quantity>500<unit>g</unit></quantity> of dark chocolate chips. Mix with a spatula until the chocolate has melted and the mixture is homogeneous
Add <quantity>20<unit>ml</unit></quantity> of cognac and mix it
Add <quantity>50<unit>g</unit></quantity> of butter and mix it
Add <quantity>1<unit>pinch</unit></quantity> of salt and mix it
Line a baking dish with cling film and spread the chocolate mixture over it
Gently tap the baking tray on the countertop to remove any air bubbles. Place it in the refrigerator overnight to set
Remove the chocolate from the baking tray and place it over a cutting board. Cover it with a piece of parchment paper. Flip it over and remove the cling film
Cut the chocolate truffles into irregular bite-sized pieces, according to your preference
Transfer the truffles to a dish and sprinkle them with the Mushroom Flour and flaky salt to taste. The mushroom & chocolate truffles are ready
Enjoy this delicious and unexpected dessert!
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