Chocolate Mascarpone Truffles |
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Prep Time: 50 Minutes Cook Time: 0 Minutes |
Ready In: 50 Minutes Servings: 48 |
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These luscious, satiny truffles are so versatile...omit the pistachos and tried all three variations listed below.Diane Fuqua, Baltimore, Maryland Ingredients:
12 ounces semisweet chocolate, chopped, divided |
4 ounces dark chocolate, chopped |
1/2 cup heavy whipping cream |
1/2 cup mascarpone cheese |
1-3/4 cups pistachios, chopped |
Directions:
1. In a small heavy saucepan, combine 4 ounces semisweet chocolate, the dark chocolate, cream and cheese. Cook and stir over low heat until smooth. Transfer to a small bowl; cover and refrigerate for 3 hours or until firm enough to shape. Shape into 1-in. balls and place on waxed paper-lined baking sheets. Chill for 1-2 hours or until firm.
2. In a microwave, melt remaining semisweet chocolate; stir until smooth. Dip balls in chocolate; allow excess to drip off. Roll in pistachios. Place on waxed paper; let stand until set. Store in the refrigerator. Yield: about 4 dozen.
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