Chocolate Coconut Bourbon Truffles
- 4 ounces full-fat coconut milk
- 12 ounces semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 1 tablespoon bourbon whiskey
- 1 teaspoon coconut extract
- 1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- Special equipment: a heatproof bowl and silicone spatula
- In a saucepan over medium heat, bring the coconut milk to a simmer, 6 to 8 minutes.
- While the coconut milk heats, set a heatproof bowl over the top of the saucepan and add the chocolate chips.
- Once the coconut milk comes to a simmer, remove from the heat, carefully pour the coconut milk over the chocolate chips and let sit for one minute.
- Stir with a silicone spatula until smooth and melted.
- Stir in the bourbon and coconut extract.
- Pour the mixture into an 8-by-8-inch glass dish in an even layer.
- Gently tap to release any air bubbles.
- Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate until cool and set up, about 2 hours.
- Line a rimmed baking sheet with parchment and sprinkle with the cocoa powder.
- Use a 1-tablespoon scoop to portion the truffles.
- Place them on the prepared baking sheet and roll to coat in the cocoa powder.
- Refrigerate until ready to serve.
fullfat, semisweet chocolate chips, bourbon whiskey, coconut, cocoa
Taken from www.foodnetwork.com/recipes/damaris-phillips/chocolate-coconut-bourbon-truffles.html (may not work)