Truffes

1. 1

   Melt the chocolate in the microwave or the top of a double boiler.

2. 2

   Let cool slightly.

3. 3

   Put the cocoa in a shallow bowl or pie plate.

4. 4

   Mix the egg yolks, sugar, and butter together in a mixer equipped with a paddle, and gradually add the melted chocolate.

5. 5

   Scoop into a small bowl, and leave in the refrigerator a few hours, or until firm.

6. 6

   Remove from the refrigerator, and let sit at room temperature until slightly softened.

7. 7

   Scoop out level teaspoons of dough, and drop them into the cocoa powder.

8. 8

   Gently roll into little balls, and chill until hard.

9. 9

   Remove from the refrigerator, and roll a second time in the cocoa.

10. 10

    Keep chilled until serving.

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