Truffles

Directions

1. 1
   Melt chocolate over hot water.
2. 2
   Combine cream and half and half.
3. 3
   Heat to scalding; cool cream mixture to 130°.
4. 4
   Add to melted chocolate all at once, beating until smooth and well blended.
5. 5
   Add vanilla and blend into mixture.
6. 6
   Chill in refrigerator until candy is firm but pliable.
7. 7
   Beat with mixer until candy is light and fluffy, then return to refrigerator until firm.
8. 8
   Form into 3/4 inch balls and immediately dip into dipping chocolate; set on wax paper to set up.