NORMA'S RASPBERRY FUDGE BALLS

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I have made these for so many years during the holidays that I really don't remember where I got it. All I know is when I make them they all are gone really fast. They are so good and easy to make. I have given them as gifts and everyone wants the recipe.

Provided by Norma DeRemer

Categories     Candies

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 8 ounce package on your favorite cream cheese, softened ( i used philadelphia brand )
1 6 ounce package of semi-sweet chocolate pieces, melted
3/4 c vanilla wafer crumbs
1/4 c of your favorite raspberry preserves, strained ( i used kraft )
finely chopped almonds or walnuts
cocoa powder
powdered sugar

Steps:

  • 1. Melt the chocolate pieces either in the microwave in a bowl for 30 seconds at a time; take out and stir after each heating until melted or in a double boiler pan. Stiring often until melted.
  • 2. In a mixing bowl combine cream cheese and chocolate, mixing until well blended.
  • 3. Stir in crumbs and preserves and mix well.
  • 4. Cover bowl with plastic wrap and place in refrigerater to chill for several hours or overnight.
  • 5. Remove from refrigerater and shape into one inch balls.
  • 6. Roll each ball in either the almonds, walnuts, cocoa powder or powdered sugar. A variety of coatings make a pretty presentation.

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