Chocolate Truffles
Why on earth do we all pay exurbanite prices for truffles? I’m not talking about novelty works of art that are fun and whimsical like what they make at The Naked Chocolate Cafe. I am talking about basic truffles, like Godiva. Because it’s Belgian chocolate? Not so much. Godiva is made in Reading, PA. Truth.
Now, please understand, I do not believe that my truffles look like, or even taste like Godiva. They look homemade as you can clearly see. As for taste, I honestly prefer the homemade to the boxed candy that cost more than $2 a pop, per truffle that is…. Don’t get me wrong, I am not picking on Godiva. They provide that last minute, pick up gift when you are running late and need a hostess, hospital or office holiday gift. No one believes that they, themselves will happen to have a pocket full of beautifully wrapped truffles stashed!
For entertaining, it’s a different story. There is no reason to spend $50 to have a plate of candy available for that last minute visitor. They keep perfectly in the refrigerator in a sealed container. So, give it a shot, it’s easier than you might think!
2/3 cup whipping cream
2 cups chocolate chips
2 tsp vanilla extract
Bring cream to a boil in heavy sauce pan. Remove from heat. Add chocolate; whisk until melted and smooth. Whisk in vanilla. Pour into a medium bowl. Cover; chill until firm, about 3 hours.
Scoop out teaspoon sized chunks and roll into balls. Working quickly so chocolate doesn’t melt. Roll in any or a variety of the following:
unsweetened cocoa powder
shredded sweetened coconut (as is or lightly toasted)
chopped pistachios, pecans, walnuts or other favorite nut
Put in an airtight container and store in the refrigerator.You can purchase small box to gift as gifts or add to cookie tins.
Enjoy!
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