Mocha Truffles

Mocha truffles, made with semisweet chocolate and instant coffee, are always a hit on Valentine's Day and at cookie exchanges.

• Preparation Time: 30 mins
• Cooking Time: 5 mins
• Total Time: 35 mins
• Calories: 76 Calories

Ingredients

• 1 tablespoon shortening
• 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
• 2 teaspoons water
• 3 tablespoons instant coffee granules
• 6 ounces semi-sweet chocolate chips
• 1 (24 ounce) bag semi-sweet chocolate chips

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Line a baking sheet with waxed paper.

Step 2

Place 24 ounces chocolate chips in a microwave-safe glass or ceramic bowl. Microwave at 30-second intervals, stirring after each, until melted, 1 to 3 minutes. Stir cream cheese, coffee granules, and water into melted chocolate until smooth; chill until firm enough to shape, about 30 minutes.

Step 3

Shape chocolate mixture into 1-inch balls; place on the prepared baking sheet. Chill truffles until firm, at least 1 to 2 hours.

Step 4

Place 6 ounces chocolate chips and shortening in a microwave-safe glass or ceramic bowl. Microwave at 30-second intervals, stirring after each, until melted, 1 to 3 minutes.

Step 5

Dip truffles in melted chocolate mixture; return to the prepared baking sheet. Set aside until firm, at least 30 minutes.