Recipe for cooking chocolate marzipan truffles

Desserts to Go with Coffee and Tea :: Truffles

Chocolate Marzipan Truffles

Makes approximately 1 1/2 lb..

12 oz. semisweet chocolate, chopped
1 lb. marzipan
1/2 c. hazelnuts, finely ground
1 Tbsp. amaretto
1/4 c. cocoa (for coating)

Melt chocolate, and remove from heat.

Crumble marzipan into a lrg. bowl. Beat in the melted chocolate to form a smooth paste. Blend in the hazelnuts and amaretto. Cover and refrigerate for 30 mins., or until thick but not firm.

Using a tsp., scoop up the mixture and roll it into 1-in. balls. Roll each truffle in cocoa powder until well coated. Chill for 1 hour or until firm before serving.