Jul 14 2026

Tartufo Recipe

Time2h
Serves6

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. 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. 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. 3

    Prepare the Centers

    While the gelato balls are freezing, take the pitted cherries and stuff each one with chopped hazelnuts.

  4. 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. 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. 6

    Dust with Cocoa Powder

    While the chocolate is still wet, dust each tartufo with cocoa powder for added flavor.

  7. 7

    Freeze and Serve

    Return the coated tartufi to the freezer for at least 1 hour before serving. Serve chilled.

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