This recipe for Chocolate Truffles was submitted
by Jean Schaefer.
Chocolate
Truffles
- 12 ounces semisweet baking
chocolate
1 (8-ounce) package cream cheese, softened
3 cups powdered sugar
1 1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- Melt chocolate in a medium,
microwave-safe bowl on HIGH for 1 minute; stir. Microwave in
additional 10 to 20-second increments until just melted. In a
large mixing bowl, beat cream cheese until smooth. Gradually
add powdered sugar, beating until well blended. Add melted chocolate
and vanilla; mix well. Refrigerate for 1 hour, or until firm.
- Shape into 1-inch balls.
Roll in chopped nuts, cocoa or toasted coconut, if desired. Store
in the refrigerator.
Makes 60 truffles.
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