Peanut Butter Truffles
Crunchy granola provides a surprising texture that brings raves when people sample these yummy peanut butter truffles. 18 ServingsPrep: 25 min. + standing
Ingredients
- 5 ounces white candy coating, coarsely chopped, divided
- 2/3 cup creamy peanut butter
- 1/2 cup confectioners' sugar
- 3 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 2/3 cup crushed granola cereal with oats and honey
- 6 ounces semisweet chocolate, chopped
- 2 tablespoons shortening
Directions
- In a microwave, melt 3 oz. white candy coating at 70% power for 1
- minute; stir. Microwave at additional 10- to 20-second intervals,
- stirring until smooth. Stir in peanut butter until smooth. Add the
- confectioners' sugar, vanilla and cereal. Chill for 2-3 hours or
- until easy to handle.
- Shape into 1-in. balls; set aside. In a microwave, melt chocolate and
- shortening; stir until smooth. Dip balls in chocolate; allow excess
- to drip off. Place on a wire rack over waxed paper; let stand until
- set, about 15 minutes.
- Melt remaining coating; cool for 5 minutes. Drizzle over truffles.
- Chill for 5-10 minutes or until set. Cover and store in the
- refrigerator. Yield: 3 dozen.
Nutrition Facts: 1 serving (2 each) equals 149 calories, 10 g fat (4 g saturated fat), trace cholesterol, 46 mg sodium,