Macadamia and Coconut Truffles

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   In a double-boiler, or in microwave, melt chocolate with heavy cream and corn syrup.

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   Add butter and stir well.

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   Put in a square glass dish 20 cm (8 inches) to cool it rapidly.

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   Cover and put in refrigerator for 2 to 3 hours or until firm, but easy to work with.

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   On a baking sheet, put parchment paper.

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   With a spoon, take about 1-1/2 teaspoon of the cool mixture of chocolate for each truffle and insert a macadamia nut.

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   Roll in a ball in the hand and put on the baking sheet.

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   Put in fridge for about 30 minutes.

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   Coating:

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    In a double-boiler or microwave, melt chocolate.

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    Cool slightly.

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    Put coconut on a large plate.

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    For this step, use a latex glove if wanted.

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    Dip a truffle lightly in the chocolate and roll in the hand to coat well with a small coating of chocolate.

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    Roll the truffle in coconut and put on the baking sheet.

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    Repeat with the remaining truffles.

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    Let set about 2 hours or overnight at room temperature.

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    Keep in an hermetic container about 3 weeks.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.