TRIO OF CHOCOLATE TRUFFLES

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Three recipes in one is a real benefit to any baker during the busy holiday season. The smooth, rich flavor and creamy texture of these diverse and delightful treats will definitely spread holiday cheer.-Luraine MacLeod, Federal Way, Washington

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Desserts

Time 45m

Yield about 3 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 14

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Ingredients

12 ounces bittersweet chocolate, chopped
1/3 cup butter, cubed
4 large egg yolks, beaten
1 tablespoon rum
1-1/2 teaspoons instant coffee granules
1/3 cup raisins
1 tablespoon Cognac or brandy
4-1/2 teaspoons orange liqueur
1-1/2 teaspoons grated orange zest
COATINGS:
1 tablespoon baking cocoa
3 tablespoons grated chocolate
3 ounces bittersweet chocolate, chopped
2 teaspoons shortening

Steps:

In a double boiler or metal bowl over simmering water, heat chocolate and butter until melted, stirring frequently. Whisk a small amount of mixture into egg yolks. Return all to the pan, whisking constantly. Cook and stir until mixture is thickened and coats the back of a spoon., Remove from the heat; divide mixture among three small bowls. Into one bowl, stir rum and coffee granules until smooth. Stir raisins and Cognac into another; stir orange liqueur and zest into the third bowl., Cool to room temperature, stirring occasionally. Refrigerate for 1 hour or until easy to handle. Shape into 1-in. balls., Roll the coffee-flavored truffles in cocoa; roll the raisin-flavored truffles in grated chocolate., In a microwave, melt bittersweet chocolate and shortening; stir until smooth. Dip orange-flavored truffles in melted chocolate; allow excess to drip off. Place on waxed paper-lined baking sheets., Refrigerate truffles for 2 hours or until firm. Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 94 calories, Fat 8g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 27mg cholesterol, Sodium 13mg sodium, Carbohydrate 8g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 1g protein.