Truffes

Directions

1. 1
   Melt the chocolate in the microwave or the top of a double boiler.
2. 2
   Let cool slightly.
3. 3
   Put the cocoa in a shallow bowl or pie plate.
4. 4
   Mix the egg yolks, sugar, and butter together in a mixer equipped with a paddle, and gradually add the melted chocolate.
5. 5
   Scoop into a small bowl, and leave in the refrigerator a few hours, or until firm.
6. 6
   Remove from the refrigerator, and let sit at room temperature until slightly softened.
7. 7
   Scoop out level teaspoons of dough, and drop them into the cocoa powder.
8. 8
   Gently roll into little balls, and chill until hard.
9. 9
   Remove from the refrigerator, and roll a second time in the cocoa.
10. 10
    Keep chilled until serving.