Guinness Imperial Gingerbread Truffles

Ingredients:

• 300 grams dark chocolate (at least 65% cacao), chopped
• 80 milliliters heavy cream
• 60 milliliters Guinness Imperial Gingerbread Spiced Stout
• Cocoa powder for dusting
• Gold leaf for accenting

Optional additions:

• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
• 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon

Instructions:

1. Prepare pan: Spray a small 6x3-inch loaf pan with non-stick spray and line with parchment paper.
2. Melt chocolate: Place chopped chocolate in a bowl. In a small saucepan, bring cream to a boil. Pour cream over chocolate and let sit for 2 minutes. Stir to combine.
3. Temper chocolate: Place chocolate bowl over a simmering water bath, making sure the bottom of the bowl does not touch the water. Stir continuously until smooth and homogenous. Remove from heat.
4. Add flavorings: Stir in Guinness Imperial Gingerbread Spiced Stout and any optional additions.
5. Pour into pan: Scrape mixture into prepared pan and smooth the top. Refrigerate for 2-3 hours, or until firm.
6. Cut and serve: Using the parchment sides, lift the truffle out of the pan. Cut into 1-inch pieces. Dust with cocoa powder and accent with gold leaf (optional).

Optional additions:

• For extra flavor: Add vanilla extract, ground ginger, or ground cinnamon to the chocolate mixture.
• For a richer texture: Use a higher percentage cacao dark chocolate.
• For a different flavor: Experiment with different types of stout or porter beer.

Enjoy your delicious and decadent Guinness Truffles!