Chocolate Peanut Butter Truffles

I was once again baking in California with my friend, and this time we made truffles.  So easy and delicious!

• 2ounces best-quality semi-sweet chocolate chips
• 1⁄2cup heavy cream
• 2tablespoons butter, cut into bits
• 3⁄4cup chunky peanut butter
• 2teaspoons vanilla
• 1⁄2cup finely chopped salted peanuts, about

DIRECTIONS

1. In a large saucepan combine the chocolate, cream, butter and peanut butter and heat over moderate heat, stirring, until chocolate is completely melted.
2. Remove from heat and stir in vanilla and a pinch of salt.
3. Transfer to a bowl and chill for 4 hours, or until firm.
4. Form mixture by heaping teaspoons into balls and roll lightly in peanuts.
5. Chill on a baking sheet lined with wax paper for 1 hour, or until firm.
6. Keep in an airtight container, chilled, for up to 2 weeks.