Orange mint is a unique addition to any recipe.

Chocolate Truffles

Make a "mint tea" by placing orange mint in boiling water; steep for 30 minutes. Discard mint. Place tea in top of double boiler over simmering water. Add chocolate; stir until melted. Cool. Cream together butter, sugar, and egg yolk. Add chocolate and chill for 1 hour. Form into 1" balls; roll in cocoa. Makes about 40 truffles.

1/3 C. boiling water
6 tbsp. fresh orange mint; chopped
4 oz. unsweetened chocolate; chopped
4 oz. semisweet chocolate; chopped
1 1/2 sticks unsalted butter
2 C. powdered sugar
1 egg yolk
Unsweetened imported cocoa
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Difficulty Level: 2 ·