Orange Chocolate Meltaways |
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Prep Time: 30 Minutes Cook Time: 0 Minutes |
Ready In: 30 Minutes Servings: 72 |
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The terrific combination of chocolate and orange makes these some of the best truffles I've ever had. As holiday gifts, they're showstoppers. I have little time to cook, but when I do, I like to get fancy. In this case, fancy doesn't have to be difficult. -Lori Kostecki, Wausau, Wisconsin Ingredients:
1 package (11-1/2 ounces) milk chocolate chips |
1 cup (6 ounces) semisweet chocolate chips |
3/4 cup heavy whipping cream |
1 teaspoon grated orange peel |
2-1/2 teaspoons orange extract |
1-1/2 cups finely chopped toasted pecans |
coating: |
1 cup (6 ounces) milk chocolate chips |
2 tablespoons shortening |
Directions:
1. Place chocolate chips in a bowl; set aside. In a saucepan, bring cream and orange peel to a gentle boil; immediately pour over chips. Let stand for 1 minute; whisk until smooth. Add extract. Cover and chill for 35 minutes or until mixture begins to thicken.
2. Beat mixture for 10-15 seconds or just until it lightens in color (do not overbeat). Spoon rounded teaspoonfuls onto waxed paper-lined baking sheets. Cover and chill for 5 minutes.
3. Gently shape into balls; roll half in nuts. In a microwave; melt chocolate and shortening; stir until smooth. Dip remaining balls in chocolate; allow excess to drip off. Place on waxed paper; let stand until set. Store in the refrigerator. Yield: 6 dozen.
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