Chocolate Truffles

In the blink of an eye Christmas has come and gone! I myself am sad that the lead up to the big day is over. However, the christmas season is not yet over, and it's not over till the new year. So I thought I'd post a really easy Chocolate Truffle recipe to keep you in the festive mood. This is fun to do with loved ones even if a little messy.

Ingredients:

115g Unsalted Butter (Softened)

115g Icing Sugar

115g Good Quality Dark Chocolate

For Decoration

Bowl of Chopped Nuts

Bowl of White Chocolate shavings

Bowl of Cocoa Powder

(You can add 2tbsp Brandy or Baileys to make his more of an adult treat)

1. Slowly melt the Dark Chocolate over a 'Bain Marie' (A bowl placed over a saucepan of boiling water) Make sure the bowl does not touch the hot water. Once melted leave to the side.

2. Mix the butter and icing sugar together in a mixing bowl until soft and fluffy.

3. Add the melted chocolate to the Butter mix and stir in thoroughly.

4. Place the truffle mixture in the fridge till the mixture becomes firm. (Apprx. 1hr)

5. When the mixture is firm, 1 at a time, take a normal spoonful and roll into a ball. The ball will be a bit sticky. Roll in one of the decorating bowls till completely covered, then place in a 'Petit Fours' case (Smallest cupcake case available).

6. Carry on with this method until you have a mixture of truffles.

7. These can either be presented in a cellophane bag and tied with a ribbon, or just put on a plate for everyone to enjoy!!!