Orange Meltaways

Directions

1. 1
   In a saucepan, bring heavy cream and orange peel to a gentle boil; immediately pour over the two types of chocolate chips in a medium bowl.
2. 2
   Let stand for about one minute; whisk until the chocolate is melted & the mixture is smooth.
3. 3
   Add the extract; stir well.
4. 4
   Cover & chill for 30 minutes or until the mixture begins to thicken slightly.
5. 5
   Beat for 30 seconds or until the mixture lightens in color.
6. 6
   DO NOT OVERBEAT.
7. 7
   Spoon rounded teaspoons onto wax paper lined baking sheets.
8. 8
   At this point, if just for home consumption & you don't care if it pretty, just chill for 30 minutes or so until hardened and then transfer to that foil package, seperating layers with wax paper.
9. 9
   If you are making for an occasion where looks count, still refrigerate for 30 minutes or until able to roll candies into small balls.
10. 10
    After rolling,roll in a mixture of equal amounts powdered sugar and Cocoa to finish.
11. 11
    Keep refrigerated.