Melt-in-Your-Mouth Hazelnut Truffles

Instructions

1. 1

   Line a small, flat dish with non-stick baking paper.

2. 2

   Add the cream to a small saucepan. Over low heat, heat the cream until just below boiling point.

3. 3

   Turn off the heat and add the chocolate. Stir until the chocolate has melted and the mixture is smooth. Add in the vanilla and roughly chopped hazelnuts and stir.

4. 4

   Pour the mixture into the prepared dish. Transfer to the fridge to chill, about 2 hours, or until it is firm enough to roll into balls.

5. 5

   Scoop about 3 level teaspoons of the mixture and roll it into small balls.

6. 6

   Place each ball on the prepared tray and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes, or until firm.

7. 7

   To make the coating, break the milk chocolate into even size pieces and melt over simmering water.

8. 8

   Dip each ball in the melted chocolate, coat completely, and sprinkle with finely chopped hazelnuts.

9. 9

   Refrigerate to set the coating for about 30 minutes.

10. 10

    Store in the refrigerator in an airtight container for up to one week.