Cinnamon Pumpkin Truffles |
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Prep Time: 35 Minutes Cook Time: 0 Minutes |
Ready In: 35 Minutes Servings: 24 |
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Even novice candy makers can prepare these simple and satisfying confections. The blending of pumpkin and chocolate is wonderful!Cherie Sechrist, Red Lion, Pennsylvania Ingredients:
2 cups white baking chips |
1/4 cup heavy whipping cream |
1/4 cup canned pumpkin |
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon |
1/4 teaspoon ground ginger |
1/4 teaspoon ground cloves |
14 ounces dark chocolate candy coating, coarsely chopped |
2 tablespoons shortening |
chocolate and white sprinkles |
Directions:
1. In a small microwave-safe bowl, melt white chips with cream; stir until smooth. Add pumpkin and spices. Cover and refrigerate for 2 hours or until almost solid but still workable.
2. Shape into 1-in. balls. In a microwave, melt candy coating and shortening; stir until smooth. Dip truffles in chocolate mixture; allow excess to drip off. Roll in sprinkles; place on waxed paper-lined baking sheets. Refrigerate for 1-2 hours or until firm.
3. Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator. Yield: 2 dozen.
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