Coconut Truffles With Macadamia Nuts

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This is a new recipe that i just tried yet. Wow! What flavor!! just right for the christmas goodie platter. I tried a batch with the dark rum and then tried another using malibu, a light coconut rum. i really prefer the malibu rum in this recipe.

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Steps

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Finely chop white chocolate until fine and place in a bowl.

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Pulse nuts in food processor until finely ground bring cream to a simmer in a medium skillet.

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Remove from heat and stir in rum.

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Whisk in white chocolate until melted and smooth.

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Stir in nuts.

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Pour into a 8-inch square baking pan that has been lined with plastic wrap and chill , uncovered , for about 4 hours.

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Invert onto a work surface and remove plastic wrap.

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Cut into 64 squares and roll each piece between your palms to form a ball.

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When all balls are formed , roll in coconut to cover completely.

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Store truffles covered and in the fridge until ready to serve.

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Ingredients

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white chocolate, salted macadamia nut, heavy cream, dark rum, unsweetened coconut