Cherry Chocolate Truffles With Coconut

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   Chop the chocolate and put in a heatproof bowl.

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   Bring the heavy cream, butter and salt to a simmer in a saucepan over medium heat; pour over the chocolate and let sit until completely melted, about 10 minutes.

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   Stir with a rubber spatula or whisk until smooth.

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   (If necessary, microwave in 20-second intervals until the chocolate melts.)

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   Whisk in the vanilla and cherry extracts.

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   Stir the ganache until it is smooth and shiny.

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   Pour into a shallow baking dish and refrigerate until firm, at least 3 hours or overnight.

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   Roll tablespoonfuls of the ganache into 18 to 24 balls, then roll in shredded coconut.

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   Transfer to a parchment-lined baking sheet, cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate until firm, at least 1 hour or overnight.

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    (To make these in advance, roll into balls but do not coat; cover and freeze up to 2 weeks.

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    Let sit at room temperature for 20 minutes before uncovering, then roll in coating.)

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    Photograph by Johnny Miller

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.