Truffles

YIELDS: 24

CHILL TIME: 3 Hr

COOK TIME: 5 Min

Chocoholics, beware! These Truffles may cause addiction, uncontrollable smiles and the inability to share with others. Its a good thing these truffles are so easy and inexpensive to make.

What You'll Need

1/2 cup evaporated milk
1/4 cup sugar
2 teaspoons instant coffee granules
1 tablespoon hot water
2 cups (12 ounces) semisweet chocolate or white baking chips
1/2 cup finely chopped toasted almonds

What to Do

In a small saucepan over medium heat, combine evaporated milk and sugar; cook until mixture comes to a rolling boil. Boil 3 minutes, stirring constantly, then remove from heat.
In a cup, dissolve coffee in hot water; add to milk mixture, then add chocolate chips; stir until chocolate is melted and mixture is smooth. Cover and chill 1 hour.
Shape mixture into 1-inch balls, then roll in almonds. Place on a baking sheet, cover, and chill at least 2 hours, or until firm.