Too Easy Truffles (Bon Bons) - cooking recipe

Ingredients

1 1/2 cups semisweet chocolate
1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese, softened
3 cups powdered sugar
1 1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract
ground nuts (optional) or coconut (optional)

Preparation

Melt chocolate by placing in microwavable dish. Microwave on HIGH 3 to 4 minutes or until almost melted, stirring after each minute.
Remove from microwave. Stir until completely melted.
Beat cream cheese until smooth. Gradually add sugar, beating until well blended. Add melted chocolate and vanilla; mix well. Refrigerate about 1 hour.
Shape into 1-inch balls. Roll in nuts or coconut. Store in refrigerator.
Firms up nicely if you make them a day ahead.