Chocolate Truffles

by the Editors of Publications International, Ltd.

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Yield: Makes about 2 dozen candies
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Ingredients:
1/4
cup butter, softened

1-1/2
cups powdered sugar, divided

1/4
cup unsweetened cocoa powder

2
tablespoons whipping cream

1
teaspoon vanilla

3/4
cup finely chopped nuts and/or flaked coconut



Preparation:
1.
Beat butter in medium bowl until creamy. Combine 1-1/4 cups powdered sugar and cocoa. Add to butter alternately with whipping cream and vanilla, beating well after each addition. Refrigerate until mixture is firm, 3 to 4 hours. Combine remaining 1/4 cup powdered sugar with nuts and/or coconut.

2.
Shape cocoa mixture into 3/4-inch balls; roll in nut mixtures to coat evenly. Refrigerate until firm. Chill until ready to serve. Refrigerate any leftovers.





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