Chocolate Truffles

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   For the truffles (yields 20 balls):

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   Put hazelnuts in a food processor or a blender and blend until crumbly. Transfer ground hazelnuts to a bowl.

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   Remove the pits from the dates and blend until a ball forms. If you use dry dates, soak them in water for a few hours before blending.

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   Add ground hazelnuts, dates and cocoa powder to a blender and mix well until everything comes together in a ball.

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   Form the truffle balls with your hands. You should be able to roll them into a ball that isn't too hard or too soft.

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   For the chocolate dressing. place chocolate and milk in a pan and melt over medium heat. When chocolate has melted, add a few drops of olive oil for that extra shine.

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   Roll the chocolate truffles in the chocolate coating and place on a piece of baking paper. Refrigerate until they firm up nicely.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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