CANDY CANE TRUFFLE LOLLIPOPS

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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.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 40m

Yield 2 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 5

84 miniature candy canes, divided
3 cups semisweet chocolate chips, divided
3/4 cup heavy whipping cream
1/4 teaspoon peppermint extract
1 tablespoon shortening

Steps:

  • Remove hooks from 24 candy canes; set aside sticks. Crush hooks and remaining candy canes., 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., 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.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 209 calories, Fat 10g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 10mg cholesterol, Sodium 13mg sodium, Carbohydrate 33g carbohydrate (24g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 1g protein.

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