MILK CHOCOLATE RASPBERRY TRUFFLES

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Although they look fussy, these melt-in-your-mouth delights are actually a cinch to make. What's more, they're a hit everywhere I take them.

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 20m

Yield 2-1/2 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 6

Ingredients

1/2 cup evaporated milk
1/4 cup sugar
1 package (11-1/2 ounces) milk chocolate chips
1/4 cup seedless raspberry preserves
1/2 teaspoon instant coffee granules
3/4 cup finely chopped almonds, toasted

Steps:

In a large heavy saucepan, combine milk and sugar. Bring to a rolling boil over medium heat; boil and stir for 3 minutes. Remove from the heat; stir in chocolate chips, preserves and coffee until mixture is smooth. Chill for 1 hour. , Roll into 1-in. balls; roll in almonds. Place on waxed paper-lined baking sheets. Chill until firm. Cover and store in the refrigerator.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 186 calories, Fat 10g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 7mg cholesterol, Sodium 26mg sodium, Carbohydrate 22g carbohydrate (19g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 3g protein.