Over the last few days, I've had a serious chocolate craving and just couldn't wait for the Chocolate Festival that we'll be attending in two weeks. Luckily, my friend Kay shared with me her special recipe for Rum Chocolate Truffles. I immediately made these truffles and they are truly amazing!
Ingredients:
6 oz semi-sweet chocolate
2 egg yolks, room temperature
2 tablespoons cream, room temperature
1/2 stick sweet butter, room temperature
2 tablespoons rum
Directions:
Whisk the yolks and cream in a small bowl.
Melt chocolate in a double boiler. Remove from heat, add the yolk and cream mixture, and beat with a wooden spoon until the mixture is cool.
Put the mixture back over low heat and add rum and then butter 1 tablespoon at a time, stirring continuously, until the mixture is smooth and shiny.
Put the chocolate mixture in the refrigerator until almost set, at least 30 minutes. Then, scoop the chocolate and form small balls. Roll in cocoa powder and confectioners sugar. Refrigerate until firm.
This recipe will make about 18 truffles.
