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Coffee-Crusted Cheese and Mocha Truffles Board

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A decadent board featuring coffee-crusted cheese and indulgent mocha truffles, perfect for your next dinner party.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings 4 servings
Calories 280 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • For the Coffee-Crusted Cheese:
  • Cream cheese – 8 oz
  • Coffee grounds – 2 tbsp
  • Black pepper – ½ tsp
  • Olive oil – 2 tbsp
  • Herbs thyme or rosemary – 1 tsp
  • For the Mocha Truffles:
  • Dark chocolate – 8 oz
  • Heavy cream – 1/2 cup
  • Espresso powder – 1 tsp
  • Powdered sugar – ½ cup
  • Cocoa powder for dusting – 2 tbsp

Instructions
 

  • For the Coffee-Crusted Cheese:
  • Mix the coffee grounds, black pepper, and herbs.
  • Roll the cream cheese into a ball and coat evenly with the coffee mixture.
  • Drizzle with olive oil to enhance flavor.
  • Place on a serving platter and garnish with extra herbs if desired.
  • For the Mocha Truffles:
  • Heat the heavy cream until it begins to simmer.
  • Pour over dark chocolate, stirring until melted and smooth.
  • Add espresso powder and powdered sugar, mixing until combined.
  • Let the mixture cool to room temperature.
  • Shape the mixture into small balls and coat with cocoa powder.
  • Place truffles on a baking sheet and chill for at least 1 hour.

Notes

Nutritional Values (Per Serving)

Calories: 280
Total Fat: 20g
Saturated Fat: 10g
Carbohydrates: 24g
Fiber: 3g
Protein: 4g

Vitamins and Minerals (Per Serving)

  • Iron – 8%
  • Calcium – 6%
  • Vitamin A – 4%
  • Magnesium – 6%
  • Vitamin C – 2%

Additional Notes/Tips to Enhance the Flavor for the Recipe

  • For an extra punch, try adding crushed nuts over the cheese for texture.
  • You can swap dark chocolate for milk chocolate if you prefer a sweeter truffle.
  • Add a dash of cinnamon to the coffee crust for a unique twist.
  • Serve with a bold red wine or a smooth espresso to bring out the flavors.