2/3 cup almond paste, room temperature
2 tbsp coffee liqueur
1 tsp instant coffee powder (not granules, )
72 walnut halves
8 oz semisweet chocolate, melted
Directions
1. Mix the almond paste, coffee liqueur and coffee powder until
smooth.
2. Spread 1/2 tsp of the mixture on the flat side of a walnut half
and top with another walnut half, forming a sandwich. Rep,eat with the
remaining almond paste and walnuts.
3. Line a large baking sheet with wax paper. Dip one end of the
walnut in the melted chocolate and set on the baking sheet. Repeats
with the remaining filled walnuts walnuts and chocolate. Refrigerate
until the chocolate is set, about 30 minutes. Cover with plastic
wrap and store in refrigeration.
Servings: 6 servings
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Categories: Appetizer; Beverages; Coffee; Nut
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