Tartufo Recipe
A dark chocolate delight filled with vanilla and chocolate gelato with a cherry and hazelnut center
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Ingredients
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Tartufi Ingredients
Method
Preparation Steps
- 1
Prepare the Chocolate Shell
Melt dark chocolate in a heatproof bowl over simmering water until smooth. Remove from heat and let it cool slightly.
- 2
Form the Gelato Balls
Scoop equal amounts of vanilla and chocolate gelato using a small ice cream scoop. Form them into balls and place them in the freezer for about 30 minutes to firm up.
- 3
Prepare the Centers
While the gelato balls are freezing, take the pitted cherries and stuff each one with chopped hazelnuts.
- 4
Assemble the Tartufi
Once the gelato balls are firm, take one ball and insert a hazelnut-stuffed cherry into the center. Cover the cherry completely with gelato, ensuring it is sealed.
- 5
Coat with Chocolate
Dip each filled gelato ball into the melted dark chocolate, ensuring it is fully coated. Place on a parchment-lined tray.
- 6
Dust with Cocoa Powder
While the chocolate is still wet, dust each tartufo with cocoa powder for added flavor.
- 7
Freeze and Serve
Return the coated tartufi to the freezer for at least 1 hour before serving. Serve chilled.





