Chocolate Marzipan Truffles
Ingredients
12-oz semisweet chocolate chips
1 lb marzipan
1/2 cup blanched almonds
finely ground
1 Tbsp Amaretto
1/4 cup cocoa powder (for coating)
Directions
Melt the chocolate over low heat.
Remove from heat.
In a large bowl,crumble the marzipan.
Beat in the melted chocolate to form a smooth paste.
Blend in the nuts and amaretto.
Cover and refrigerate for 30 minutes, or until thick but not too firm.
Using a teaspoon or melon baller, scoop up the mixture and roll it into 1-inch balls.
Roll each truffle in the cocoa powder until well coated.
Chill for 1 hour or until firm before serving.
Store leftovers in the refrigerator, well covered.
Remove half an hour before serving for best flavor.
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