MOCHA TRUFFLES

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These are a favorite of the cookie exchange, originally from a co-worker who is a much better cook than I.

Provided by Janice Reeves

Categories     Desserts     Candy Recipes     Truffle Recipes

Time 2h35m

Yield 66

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 (24 ounce) bag semi-sweet chocolate chips
8 ounces cream cheese, softened
3 tablespoons instant coffee granules
2 teaspoons water
6 ounces semi-sweet chocolate chips
1 tablespoon shortening

Steps:

  • Line a baking sheet with waxed paper.
  • Melt 24 ounces chocolate chips in a microwave-safe glass or ceramic bowl in 30-second intervals, stirring after each melting, 1 to 3 minutes. Mix cream cheese, coffee granules, and water into melted chocolate until smooth. Chill chocolate mixture until firm enough to shape, about 30 minutes.
  • Shape chocolate mixture into 1-inch balls and place on the prepared baking sheet. Chill truffles until firm, at least 1 to 2 hours.
  • Melt 6 ounces chocolate chips and shortening in a microwave-safe glass or ceramic bowl in 30-second intervals, stirring after each melting, for 1 to 3 minutes.
  • Dip truffles in the melted chocolate mixture and return to the waxed paper. Set aside until firm, at least 30 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 75.5 calories, Carbohydrate 8 g, Cholesterol 3.8 mg, Fat 5.3 g, Fiber 0.8 g, Protein 0.9 g, SaturatedFat 3.1 g, Sodium 11.3 mg, Sugar 6.8 g

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