Chocolate Cherry Truffles

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   In a small bowl, combine cherries and brandy; cover and let soak for 1 hour or until cherries are softened.

2. 2

   Place dark chocolate in a small bowl. In a small saucepan, bring cream just to a boil. Pour over chocolate; whisk until smooth. Stir in extract and soaked cherries with liquid. Cool to room temperature, stirring occasionally. Refrigerate for 1 hour or until firm.

3. 3

   Shape into 1-in. balls. Place on

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   ; cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour.

5. 5

   In a microwave, melt milk chocolate; stir until smooth. Dip half of the balls into milk chocolate, allowing excess to drip off. Place on waxed paper; let stand until set.

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   Melt dark chocolate; stir until smooth. Dip remaining balls into dark chocolate, allowing excess to drip off. Place on waxed paper; let stand until set. Drizzle with melted chocolate and decorate with pearl dust as desired. Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.