Truffles

Directions

1. 1
   Melt chocolate in a bowl over hot water.
2. 2
   Remove bowl from hot water and whisk in butter.
3. 3
   Next, whisk in egg yolks.
4. 4
   Add rum, cognac or liqueur.
5. 5
   Place bowl over cold water and beat vigorously until chocolate is thick and smooth.
6. 6
   Chill until workable.
7. 7
   Form into balls with 2 teaspoons; roll in unsweetened cocoa.
8. 8
   Place on a chilled plate until firm.
9. 9
   Roll in cocoa again and keep chilled in a covered container until served.