Chocolate Hazelnut Truffles

Delectable candies with a nutty surprise inside. Ideal for gift giving

3/4 cup confectioners' sugar
2 tablespoons baking cocoa
4 milk chocolate candy bars (1.55 ounces each)
6 tablespoons butter (no substitutes)
1/4 cup whipping cream
24 whole hazelnuts
1 cup ground hazelnuts, toasted

• In a bowl, sift together confectioners' sugar and cocoa 
• Set aside. 
• In a saucepan, melt candy bars and butter. 
• Add the cream and reserved cocoa mixture. 
• Cook and stir over medium-low heat until mixture is thickened and smooth. 
• Pour into an 8-in. square dish. 
• Cover and refrigerate overnight. 
• Using a melon baller or spoon, shape candy into 1-in. balls
• Press a hazelnut into each. 
• Reshape balls and roll in ground hazelnuts. 
• Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator. 

Recipe: Taste of Home