Maple Nut Balls
TOTAL TIME: Prep: 25 min. + chilling
YIELD: about 3-1/2 dozen.
I created these chocolate-dipped delights a few years ago, and already they've become a seasonal favorite with all my friends and family members. The creamy confection also won a blue ribbon at our state fair.
Ingredients
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1/2 cup butter, softened
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2 teaspoons maple flavoring
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3-1/2 cups confectioners' sugar
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1 cup finely chopped pecans
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1 package (11-1/2 ounces) milk chocolate chips
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2 teaspoons shortening
Directions
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1.
In a large bowl, cream butter and maple flavoring until light and fluffy. Gradually add confectioners' sugar and mix well. Stir in pecans. Shape into 1-in. balls. Cover and refrigerate for 1-1/2 hours or until firm.
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2.
In a microwave, melt chocolate chips and shortening; stir until smooth. Dip balls in chocolate mixture; allow excess to drip off. Place on waxed paper until set. Store in the refrigerator.
Nutrition Facts
1 each: 119 calories, 7g fat (3g saturated fat), 7mg cholesterol, 22mg sodium, 15g carbohydrate (14g sugars, 0 fiber), 0 protein.
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