“Recipe of the Day – Your Basic Truffle”

Aug 25th “Recipe of the Day – Your Basic Truffle”

Basic Truffle Recipe
Prep: 1 hour
Cook:
Total Prep: 1 hour
Serves 60

Ingredients:

1 8 ounce package cream cheese, softened

3 cups confectioners’ sugar, sifted

3 cups semisweet chocolate chips, melted

1 1/2 teaspoons vanilla (may substitute orange, almond, maple, or coffee liqueur)

various toppings (chopped nuts, shredded coconut, sprinkles, cocoa, shaved chocolate)

Instructions:

Beat cream cheese in a large bowl until smooth.

Add the confectioner’s sugar one cup at a time until well blended.

Stir in chocolate and vanilla until well incorporated.

(If using a liqueur flavoring, divide the mixture into thirds and add 1 tablespoon of the preferred liqueur to each prepared mixture.)

Chill for 1 hour.

Shape into 1 inch balls. Roll in your favorite toppings.

This recipe calls for those ingredients, that we usually have on hand, and when your “Sweet Tooth” is calling for that easy to make and something – that is enjoyable – for YOU – Now – and if a Friend should just show up – unexpectedly – Well, what more do I need to say – Share and enjoy a few minutes – you will like yourself even more – for taking the TIME OUT – to treat yourself, and a Friend – with something extra special!

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