CHOCOLATE HAZELNUT TRUFFLES

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I've given these delectable candies with a nutty surprise inside to teachers and friends. -Debra Pedrazzi, Ayer, Massachusetts

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 25m

Yield 2 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 7

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

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, sift together confectioners' sugar and cocoa; set aside. , 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. , 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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