Jed’s mocha truffles

Jed’s on the ball! With a little help from

Rhi’s Pantry, Jed’s Coffee has scored quite a hit with this tempting recipe.

INGREDIENTS

1 Jed’s Coffee Co. Capsule 180ml cream 150gmilkchocolate, finely chopped Pinch ofsalt 150gdarkchocolate, finely chopped Chocolate sprinkles and/or cocoa powder for rolling

METHOD Usingthe Jed’s Coffee Co. capsule, pour a ristretto shot and stir into the cream with a pinch ofsalt. Place the chopped milkand dark chocolate into a microwave safe bowl, pour the cream and coffee mixture over the chocolate. Put the bowl into the microwave, and melt the mixture in 15 second bursts, stirringwell in between. Repeat until the chocolate has completely melted and the mixture is smooth. Transfer to a container and cover with a tight fittinglid.

Refrigerate for a minimum oftwo hours, oruntil the chocolate has set completely.

Once set, roll spoonfuls ofthe mixture into balls and roll in either the chocolate sprinkles or cocoa powder until completely coated.

Lay the rolled truffles on a plate, then return to the fridge to set for a final hour. Enjoy when ready, and keep stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to a week.

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