Avocado/goat Cheese Truffles Recipe
Make Avocado/goat Cheese Truffles Recipe in just 1h 10m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.
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Ingredients
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Truffle base
Coatings & garnish
Tools & chilling
Method
Truffle base
- 1
Prepare avocados
Halve the avocados, remove pits, and scoop flesh into a medium bowl. Mash lightly with a fork until mostly smooth but still slightly creamy — you want a texture that will hold shape when chilled.
- 2
Soften and combine cheeses
In a separate bowl, beat the goat cheese and cream cheese together with a fork or small whisk until fully combined and smooth. This prevents lumps and helps the mixture bind with the avocado.
- 3
- 4
Chill the mixture
Cover the bowl tightly with plastic wrap and chill in the refrigerator for 20–30 minutes. Chilling firms the mixture, making it easier to shape into truffles.
Coatings & assembly
- 5
Prepare coatings
Place chopped pistachios, chopped chives, smoked paprika, and sesame seeds in separate shallow bowls or sections of a plate. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or plastic wrap to hold finished truffles.
- 6
Portion the truffles
Using a small cookie scoop or a spoon, portion about 1 tablespoon (roughly 15–18 g) of the chilled avocado-goat cheese mixture per truffle. Roll each portion quickly between lightly floured or dampened hands to form a smooth ball. If hands stick, lightly wet them or chill the scoop between batches.
- 7
Coat the truffles
Roll each truffle in your chosen coating: nuts, chives, sesame seeds, or a light dusting of smoked paprika. Press gently so the coating adheres. Place coated truffles on the prepared tray spaced slightly apart.
- 8
Finish and chill
Once all truffles are coated, cover the tray lightly with plastic wrap and chill for at least 30 minutes to firm up. This helps them hold their round shape when served.
Serve
- 9
Plate and garnish
Arrange truffles on a serving platter. Sprinkle with a small pinch of flaky sea salt over each truffle and garnish with microgreens or small herb sprigs. For variety, present a few different coatings on the same platter.
- 10
Storage
Store leftover truffles in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. Because avocado browns over time, make these the same day you plan to serve them for best color and texture.