CREME DE MENTHE TRUFFLES Recipe
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Contributor: Judith Harmon
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Ingredients: 1/2 cup salted butter, melted
1 cup finely chopped toasted pecans
1/4 cup clear or green creme de menthe
4 cups powdered sugar
2 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips
2 teaspoons shortening
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Directions:In a large bowl mix together melted butter, pecans, and creme de menthe.
You can use an electric mixer or a wooden spoon.
Gradually mix in powdered sugar.
Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate for 1 hour. Line a baking sheet with wax paper or parchment paper.
Dust hands with powdered sugar. Shape mixture into 1-inch balls. Place on prepared baking sheet.
Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate for 30 minutes.
Place chocolate chips and shortening in a microwave-safe bowl. Microwave for 20 second intervals, stirring in between until completely melted.
Using a fork, one at a time coat the balls in the melted chocolate and then return to the baking sheet.
Refrigerate until set. |
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Servings:SERVINGS: 36 |
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Preparation
Time:PREP TIME: 15 MINUTES COOK TIME: 0 MINUTES REFRIGERATE: 1 HOUR 30 MINUTES |
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Notes: ADULTS ONLY
These Creme de Menthe Truffles are covered in chocolate and have a creamy mint filling that melts in your mouth. They are one of my favorite Easy Christmas Candies!
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