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Chocolate Hazelnut Truffles

5 reviews
Test Kitchen Approved
Total Time

Prep: 25 min. + chilling

Makes

2 dozen

I've given these delectable candies with a nutty surprise inside to teachers and friends. —Debra Pedrazzi, Ayer, Massachusetts
Chocolate Hazelnut Truffles
Chocolate Hazelnut Truffles Recipe photo by Taste of Home
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Ingredients

  • 3/4 cup confectioners' sugar
  • 2 tablespoons baking cocoa
  • 4 milk chocolate candy bars (1.55 ounces each)
  • 6 tablespoons butter
  • 1/4 cup heavy whipping cream
  • 24 whole hazelnuts
  • 1 cup ground hazelnuts, toasted

Directions

  1. In a large bowl, sift together confectioners' sugar and cocoa; set aside.
  2. In a small saucepan, melt candy bars and butter. Add cream and reserved cocoa mixture. Cook and stir over medium-low heat until mixture is thickened and smooth. Pour into an 8-in. square dish. Cover and refrigerate overnight.
  3. Using a melon baller or spoon, shape candy into 1-in. balls; press a hazelnut into each. Reshape balls and roll in ground hazelnuts. Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator.

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