Looking to impress without trying too hard? Try a coffee-crusted cheese and mocha truffles board. It’s like a sophisticated cheese platter, but better—much better. The bold coffee crust on the cheese adds an unexpected edge, while the mocha truffles scream indulgence. You’ll look like a gourmet genius, effortlessly balancing savory and sweet. This is the kind of food that makes people think you have your life together. But really, it’s just coffee and cheese having a love affair on a board, and you just get to enjoy the show.
Coffee-Crusted Cheese and Mocha Truffles Board
A decadent board featuring coffee-crusted cheese and indulgent mocha truffles, perfect for your next dinner party.
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: 280Total 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.
