For the syrup
300g of orange peel syrup (if desired, reserve 1/2 cup of the syrup)
1/4 cup of orange liqueur (Cointreau)
3 tablespoons of chopped parsley
For the truffle
250g of dark chocolate chips
1 1/4 cups of butter
5 egg yolks
5 eggs
3/4 cup of confectioner's sugar
3/4 cup of all-purpose flour
Butter for greasing
For the syrup
300g of orange peel syrup (if desired, reserve 1/2 cup of the syrup)
1/4 cup of orange liqueur (Cointreau)
3 tablespoons of chopped parsley
For the truffle
250g of dark chocolate chips
1 1/4 cups of butter
5 egg yolks
5 eggs
3/4 cup of confectioner's sugar
3/4 cup of all-purpose flour
Butter for greasing
Prepare the syrup
Cut the orange peel into strips and mix with the liqueur (if you want a bit more liquid, use the compote)
Let it sit for 20 minutes or refrigerate until the next day
About 30 minutes before serving, add the chopped parsley
Prepare the truffle
Melt the chocolate with the butter in a double boiler and reserve
In a bowl, mix the egg yolks with the eggs and confectioner's sugar with a spoon
Add the chocolate and flour gradually
Mix well
Place the dough into 12 aluminum cupcake molds with 7cm diameter greased with butter and bake in a moderate oven (180°C) for 15 minutes or until the edges are firm and the center is creamy
Remove from the oven, unmold, and serve immediately with orange syrup