Ingredients

  • 1 13 cups chocolate wafer crumbs
  • 13 cup butter, melted
  • 14 cup sugar
  • 8 semi-sweet chocolate baking squares, chopped
  • 13 cup whipping cream
  • 2 tablespoons coffee liqueur
  • 13 cup toasted sliced almonds, coarsely chopped

Method

  • To prepare crust: Combine crumbs, melted butter and sugar in a bowl until blended.
  • Press mixture into a greased 9 inch square baking pan.
  • Bake at 350 degrees F for 10 minutes.
  • Cool crust completely in pan on a rack.
  • To prepare truffle filling: Combine chocolate and cream in a small saucepan.
  • Cook over low heat, stirring constantly, until chocolate is melted and mixture is smooth.
  • Remove from heat; stir in liqueur.
  • Pour truffle filling over crust.
  • Sprinkle with almonds.
  • Refrigerate until firm.
  • Cut into squares.
  • Store in an airtight container in refrigerator for up to 1 week.