An elegant way to present after-dinner coffee or just to have on hand for a special treat. Orange lends itself nicely to chocolate! Also, a great way to make a special gift for a friend or as a hostess gift. Thanksgiving is coming up way too soon. You can try out your Christmas candy making on unsuspecting holiday guests!
Orange-Scented Truffles
12 ounces dark chocolate chips
3/4 cup heavy whipping cream
1 teaspoon orange extract
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Freshly and finely grated zest of one orange
1/3 cup granulated sugar
Run the zest and granulated sugar through the blended for a minute or so to thoroughly blend in the orange zest. Set aside.
Gently melt the chocolate until it is smooth. You can do this over a double boiler or in the microwave. Stir in the cream until blended and stir in the extracts. Bring to room temperature, stirring ever so often. Refrigerate until firm. Scoop into small balls, roll in orange/sugar mixture and place in paper candy cups for serving.
I'm thinking of trying a lemon zest/spice version. Still in the thought process but figure I could blend the lemon zest with the sugar and a teaspoon of ground cinnamon and a pinch of nutmeg and cloves.
