Truffle Sandwiches

Step 1. Create shaped pieces following directions here.

Step 2. Mix truffle recipe below.

Step 3. Pack truffle mixture in pastry bag fitted with a #21 tip.

Step 4. Pipe truffle mixture on top of one shaped piece.

Step 5. Place a 2nd shaped piece on the piped truffle mixture.

Step 6. Serve or package for gifts or selling.

Truffle Recipe

• 2½ cups (350g) chocolate wafers or finely chopped real chocolate

• 1 cup thickened cream

• ¼ teaspoon salt

• ¼ teaspoon vanilla

• Melt chocolate. Cool at least 98°. Whip cream until it holds a soft peak. Add chocolate, a little at a time, to whipped cream, stirring with a spoon. When all chocolate is added, stir in salt and vanilla. Chill in refrigerator until mixture is firm but not stiff (5-20 minutes). Beat with a spoon until fluffy. Do not overbeat.