Candy Cane Truffle Lollipops |
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Prep Time: 40 Minutes Cook Time: 0 Minutes |
Ready In: 40 Minutes Servings: 24 |
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Let these too-cute truffle lollipops double as a festive treat and table topper. Refreshing peppermint and smooth and creamy chocolate make the perfect pair. Ingredients:
84 miniature candy canes, divided |
3 cups (18 ounces) semisweet chocolate chips, divided |
3/4 cup heavy whipping cream |
1/4 teaspoon peppermint extract |
1 tablespoon shortening |
Directions:
1. Remove hooks from 24 candy canes; set aside sticks. Crush hooks and remaining candy canes.
2. Place 2 cups chocolate chips in a small bowl. In a small saucepan, bring cream and 3/4 cup crushed candy canes to a boil; cook and stir until candy canes are melted. Remove from the heat; stir in extract. Pour over chocolate; whisk until smooth. Cool to room temperature, stirring occasionally. Refrigerate until firm.
3. Shape chocolate mixture into 24 balls; insert a candy cane stick into each truffle. In a microwave, melt shortening and remaining chocolate chips; stir until smooth. Dip truffles in chocolate; allow excess to drip off. Roll in remaining crushed candy canes. Place on waxed paper; let stand until set. Yield: 2 dozen.
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