Valentines Day Orange Chocolate Creams

By SewingDragonfly

added by Anthony Nicometi Jr
Sometime last winter, I found myself attempting to make a small batch of peppermint patties, and thought to myself "Well...If I just substitute the Flavoring, this could work for anything!" And that's what I did! and The Orange Creams were born! Adjusting the Oil/Extracts and food colorings, and the options are endless! I hope you enjoy :)

Ingredients

• 2 1/2 c confectioners sugar
• 1 1/2 Tbsp corn syrup
• 1 1/2 Tbsp water
• 1 1/2 Tbsp butter (cubed)
• 1 tsp orange extract or oil
• 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
• 1 1/2 c dark or milk chocolate (preference)
• orange food coloring to desired color

Preparation

Step 1

1. Prepare the Cream filling; Combine Confectioners sugar, corn syrup, water, butter, both extracts and food coloring until combined and has formed a sticky consistency.

2. Wrap in a sheet of cling wrap, and pop in the freezer and allow to chill for 30 minutes.

3. Melt your chocolate over a double boiler in order to melt completely. (If Chocolate is too thick, add a teaspoon of vegetable shortening to thin out slightly)

4. Cut your Filling to desired shape and size . Roll to desired thickness. Once cut, return to the freezer for 10-15 minutes

5. Dip in chocolate, and set on some parchment or a silicone mat to set and harden.