Hazelnut Marzipan Truffle Homemade Candy Recipe

Step 1

Into a heavy mixer place the powdered sugar, marzipan, ground hazelnuts, and Frangelico. If you do not have a mixer they can be kneaded by hand like a bread dough but it will take a bit of muscle! Use powdered sugar for dusting if you are kneading on a counter or cutting board.

Step 2

If your dough seems overly wet and sticky, add enough powdered sugar so you can pinch off small pieces and roll into 1 1/2 inch balls

Step 3

Place all of your rolled up balls of center on waxed paper.

Step 4

When all of the dough is rolled, melt the chocolate coating in the microwave on LOW (important!) or in a double boiler,

Step 5

Once the chocolate is melted, dip each center in melted chocolate and place onto a new piece of wax paper. This sometimes takes a while to get a good technique. I HIGHLY recommend a dipping spoon like they sell at most major craft stores! It only costs a few dollars but will save you a ton of work and make your candy look much prettier!

Step 6

As you dip the candies, sprinkle the tops with leftover ground toasted hazelnuts.

Step 7

Let firm up for about an hour.

Step 8

Store in an airtight container at room temperature. They should be fine for a couple of weeks.