"The people who make constant use of chocolate are the ones who enjoy the most steady health, and are the least subject to a multitude of little ailments which destroy the comfort of life" an excerpt from an early 20th century dietitian.
Christmas means lots of tasty treats. Rich, delicious sweets. Chocolate everything! Here is an easy to make chocolate and maple walnut delicacy sure to leave a smile on your lips!
White of 1 egg,
3 tablespoonfuls of maple syrup ( use real maple syrup! ),
1 tablespoonful of water,
sifted confectioner's sugar,
1 teaspoonful of vanilla extract,
2 or more squares of Baker's Chocolate,
walnuts halves.
Beat the egg white slightly.
Melt the chocolate over hot water in a double boiler.
add the syrup, water, sugar as needed,
the melted chocolate, and the vanilla
add a little more water if necessary.
Work with a silver plated knife and knead until thoroughly mixed.
Then break off small pieces of uniform size and roll them into balls, in the hollow of the hand, flatten the balls a little, set the half of an English walnut upon each, pressing the nut into the candy and thus flattening it still more.
The maple gives the chocolate a particularly nice flavor!
Share with family and friends for best results! Or, if you're feeling especially giving try giving some to your boss or a favorite customer! They'll love the personal touch and beg you for your secret recipe!
More about chocolate and some tasty fudge here.
Merry Christmas!
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