Pistachio Praline Chocolate Truffles

Rich, decadent, yet super easy! These truffles make a wonderful indulgence with a cup of coffee or tea. They make lovely gifts too - look for inexpensive boxes and decorate for gift giving!

Recipe writer: Bettina Jenkins

Makes: 20

Prep time: 20 mins plus chilling time Cook time: 10 mins

1. Line a baking tray with non-stick baking paper. Spread the pistachios over the tray.
2. Combine sugar and water in a small saucepan. Stir over low heat until the sugar completely dissolves. Bring to the boil. Boil, without stirring, occasionally brushing down the side of the pan with a wet pastry brush, for 5-10 minutes or until golden. Set aside until bubbles subside. Pour evenly over the nuts. Set aside until set.
3. Break into shards and place in a food processor; process until finely ground.
4. Combine dark chocolate and cream in a medium bowl; fold through ½ cup of the praline mixture; mix well; refrigerate 1 hour or until mixture becomes firm enough to roll.
5. Line a baking tray with baking paper. Roll heaped teaspoonfuls of mixture into balls. Toss 10 balls into the praline mixture and place onto the prepared tray. With the remaining balls, dip into combined milk chocolate and oil, using a fork to allow excess chocolate to drip away from the side of the bowl. Place onto the prepared tray. Refrigerate until ready to serve.