EGGNOG CREAMS

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I adapted a creamy, dreamy truffle recipe from a chocolate cookbook and came up with my variation to give as gifts. Rum and nutmeg add a bit of classic eggnog flavor. -Carla Manning, Grantsburg, Wisconsin

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 45m

Yield 2-1/2 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 7

Ingredients

3-1/2 cups white baking chips, divided
1/2 cup butter, softened
3 ounces cream cheese, softened
2 tablespoons dark rum
1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 tablespoons shortening
Ground nutmeg, optional

Steps:

In a microwave, melt 1-1/2 cups baking chips; stir until smooth. In a small bowl, cream butter and cream cheese until smooth. Add rum and vanilla. Beat in melted chips. Refrigerate, covered, 1 hour or until set., Shape mixture into 1-in. balls; place on a waxed paper-lined baking sheet. Refrigerate 2 hours or until firm and slightly dry to the touch., In a microwave, melt shortening and remaining baking chips; stir until smooth. Dip balls in mixture; allow excess to drip off. Return to baking sheet; if desired, sprinkle with nutmeg., Refrigerate 2 hours or until set. Store between layers of waxed paper in an airtight container in the refrigerator.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 154 calories, Fat 11g fat (7g saturated fat), Cholesterol 15mg cholesterol, Sodium 51mg sodium, Carbohydrate 12g carbohydrate (12g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 1g protein.