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Mixing up Baileys Irish Cream with deep chocolate, toasted pecans, and silky Irish liqueur, these little chocolate bites are all about fancy flavor in one mouthful. Great for parties or gifts, they’ve got melty chocolate, a gentle kick from the cream, and a fun nutty vibe. Folks fell in love with these treats at book club and now want them for every bash.
What Makes These Special
Here’s what’s awesome about them: flavors and textures just work so well together. A base made from chocolate graham crackers keeps things soft and rich. The Irish cream bumps up the flavor nicely, and there’s double nuts—inside and outside—for crunch. Plus, you don’t have to fuss with fancy chocolate techniques or devices. Grab a handful of good stuff and take your time for tasty results.
Must-Have Items
- Extra Pecans (100g): Roughly chop these for the outside, so you get some chunky bits.
- Baileys Irish Cream (120ml): Classic is awesome, but you can try other flavors like salted caramel if you want to switch it up.
- Sweetened Condensed Milk (200ml): Helps everything stick and adds creamy sweetness.
- Powdered Sugar (120g): Shake it through a sieve so it’s lump-free and smooth.
- Dark Chocolate (250g): Go for something that’s 60-70% cocoa for rich flavor that isn’t too sweet.
- Pecans (200g): Toast to bring out the taste, then grind—not too fine—so there’s some fun texture left.
- Chocolate Graham Crackers (300g): Smash these into super fine crumbs—they make everything extra soft in the middle.
Dreamy Truffle Prep
- Getting the Mixture Ready
- Break up graham crackers into crumbs, process toasted pecans just until they’re sandy, then mix together in a big bowl.
- Melt Your Chocolate
- Microwave dark chocolate for 30 seconds at a time, stirring after each go until nice and silky. Let it sit a bit before moving on.
- Mix It All Together
- Whisk melted chocolate, powdered sugar, and condensed milk till you’ve got a smooth mix. Slowly add Baileys. Dump in your nut-graham combo and stir till it’s blended.
- Chill for a Bit
- Cover with plastic right on top of the mix. Pop in the fridge for one or two hours so it’s easier to handle.
- Roll ‘Em Up
- Use a small scoop or tablespoon to grab some mixture, then roll into balls with your hands. Spread out on a parchment-lined pan.
- Time for the Coating
- Gently roll the balls in chopped pecans so they stick. Set them back on the tray.
- Let Them Set
- Stick the tray back in the fridge for half an hour. The nuts will cling and the truffles will get firmer.
Top Tricks for Awesome Results
Keep temps cool but not icy. You want stuff chilled, not hard! Cold hands help rolling—just rinse in cool water and dry them often. The mix should feel not-sticky but soft; if it starts to droop, put it in the fridge for 15 minutes. Don’t press too hard when rolling in pecans. If nuts won’t stick, warm the truffle a bit by rolling between your palms.
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Serving It Up
Make these look fancy! Drop each into a petit four cup or mini candy liner. If you’re gifting, pop them in a box lined with parchment—add paper sheets between layers. Let them sit out for 15 minutes after fridge time so the flavors shine. They’re super with coffee, dessert wine, or another splash of Baileys at the end of dinner.
Stashing Ahead of Time
Keep your truffles in a sealed box in the fridge—they’ll taste best for about a week, and flavors mellow even more over a few days. Want them to last? Freeze (before coating) for up to three months. Thaw overnight in your fridge, roll in nuts right before eating. Passing them along? Let people know to store in the fridge and dig in within five days for freshest flavor.
Frequently Asked Questions
- → No Baileys on hand?
If you don't have Baileys, use Irish cream coffee creamer for a booze-free twist or any flavored liqueur you like.
- → Best chocolate to use?
Dark chocolate packs a punch and isn't super sweet. Use milk chocolate if you want them on the sweeter side.
- → Mixture too sticky?
If it's sticking too much, stick the bowl in the fridge until it firms up. It'll be way easier to roll then.
- → Make ahead?
You can prep these up to seven days ahead and keep chilled. The booze actually keeps them fresh longer.
- → Different nuts work?
Swapping in almonds or walnuts works great. Toast them for even more flavor pop.