Orange Truffles from the Farmhouse |
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Prep Time: 30 Minutes Cook Time: 30 Minutes |
Ready In: 60 Minutes Servings: 8 |
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Altho' a bit putzy to make, they are definitely worth the effort. The burst of citrus is a surprise; change the extract and have a whole 'nuther flavor. HEADS-UP: Cooking time includes CHILLING time. Ingredients:
3 cups semisweet mini chocolate chips, divided (plus 2 t) |
2/3 cup whipping cream |
2 tablespoons butter (no substitutes) |
1 teaspoon orange extract |
2 tablespoons shortening |
1/3 cup vanilla chip (white) |
Directions:
1. Place 1 cup, plus 2 T. choco chips in blender; process about 30 seconds (some of the chips won't pulverize).
2. In a small bowl, zap cream and butter on high in microwave until ALMOST boiling.
3. While blender is running, GRADUALLY pour in hot liquid AND EXTRACT over choco chips-steady stream, continue processing until smooth.
4. Pour out of blender into bowl; chill for 20-30 minutes (firm); roll into 1-inch balls; set aside.
5. Line a cookie sheet with waxed paper; set aside.
6. In microwave, zap shortening & remaining choco chips for 1 minute, stir; then in 10-second intervals until melted; stir until smooth.
7. Dip truffle balls into chocolate; place on waxed paper to harden.
8. In a zippered baggie, melt vanilla chips for 15 seconds, squeeze to smooth; continue at 5-second intervals.
9. With a very sharp scissors, cut a small hole in one corner of the bag. Drizzle elegantly over truffles.
10. Store in covered container, refrigerated.
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