Toasted Almond Truffles - cooking recipe

Ingredients

1/2 cup evaporated milk
1/4 cup granulated sugar
1 3/4 cups milk chocolate chips
1/2 - 1 teaspoon almond extract or 1/2-1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 cup sliced almonds, finely chopped, toasted

Preparation

Combine evaporated milk and sugar in a small, heavy-duty saucepan. Bring to a full rolling boil over medium-low heat, stirring constantly.
Boil, stirring constantly, for 3 minutes.
Remove from heat. Stir in chips, stirring vigorously until mixture is smooth. Stir in extract.
Refrigerate for 1 1/2 to 2 hours. Shape into 1 inch balls, roll in nuts. Cover and refrigerate until ready to serve.