Recipe: Decadent Chocolate Truffles

Decadent Chocolate Truffles
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From Eaglebrand Foods (eaglebrand.com).

I used this recipe to make dark chocolate fudge and it was very good. It is also extremely easy. - Gwynne

These simple, yet rich homemade candies are every bit as delicious as truffles from a high-priced candy store. You can enjoy them any day or show someone you care about them with a gift from the heart and your kitchen! Eagle Brand makes it easy.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Servings: Makes about 6 dozen 1-inch round candy truffles

3 cups (18 ounces) semi-sweet chocolate chips
1 (14-oz.) can Eagle Brand Original or Creamy Chocolate Sweetened Condensed Milk (NOT evaporated milk)
1 tablespoon vanilla extract

Coatings:
Finely chopped toasted nuts, flaked coconut, chocolate sprinkles, colored sprinkles, unsweetened cocoa powder, sifted powdered sugar or colored sugar, optional.
Purchased frosting or tiny candies, optional.

In large saucepan, melt chips with Eagle Brand. Remove from heat; stir in
vanilla.

Pour into medium bowl. Cover and chill 2 to 3 hours or until firm.

Shape into 1-inch balls; roll in desired coating and/or decorate with frosting and candies. Store tightly covered in refrigerator.

Tip: Place individual chocolate truffles into gold/silver foil candy wrappers or arrange on a tray for a decadent dessert presentation. Or serve individual truffles with a cup of coffee after dinner as a mini chocolate treat

Other Ideas:
Truffles make a great homemade gift to give to friends and co-workers to simply say Thank You. Arrange several decorated truffles in a pretty box or other tin/basket lined with colorful wax or gift paper. Wrap with a bow. Note: re-usable tins are a nice gift keepsake after the truffles are finished.