Candy Recipes - Truffles, Balls and Bon Bons

Almond Brandy Truffles

Source: Quick Gifts of Good Taste, Leisure Arts Book

2/3 cup whipping cream
6 ounces unsweetened baking chocolate
1/2 cup sifted confectioners' sugar
1/4 cup almond paste
3 tablespoons brandy
1 cup finely ground almonds, toasted

In a small saucepan, bring cream to a boil over medium-low heat. Remove from heat. Add chocolate and stir until melted.

Combine chocolate mixture, confectioners' sugar, almond paste and brandy in a medium bowl. Spread mixture in an 8-inch square glass baking dish. Cover and refrigerate 1 hour or until firm enough to shape.

Using a melon baller or small spoon, shape into 1-inch balls. Roll in ground almonds. store in an airtight container in refrigerator.