CHOCO-TATO TRUFFLES

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Who knew yesterday's mashed potatoes could become a decadent truffle dessert? Rich, dark chocolate with a slightly nutty texture and just a hint of Irish Cream make these luscious treats a must. -Kathy Keleher, Oak Creek, Wisconsin

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 20m

Yield 3 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 cup semisweet chocolate chips
2 ounces unsweetened chocolate, chopped
2 tablespoons butter
1 large egg yolk, room temperature, beaten
1 cup confectioners' sugar
1/2 cup ground pecans
1/3 cup mashed potatoes (with added milk)
2 tablespoons Irish cream liqueur, Kahlua or strong brewed coffee
Baking cocoa or additional ground pecans

Steps:

  • In a double boiler or metal bowl over simmering water, heat the chocolate chips, unsweetened chocolate and butter until melted, whisking frequently. Whisk a small amount of mixture into egg yolk. Return all to the heat, whisking constantly. Cook and stir until mixture is thickened and coats the back of a spoon., Remove from the heat; stir in the sugar, pecans, mashed potatoes and Irish cream. Refrigerate until easy to handle, about 1 hour. Shape into 1-in. balls., Roll truffles in cocoa or additional pecans. Refrigerate until firm, about 2 hours. Store in the refrigerator.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 65 calories, Fat 4g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 7mg cholesterol, Sodium 11mg sodium, Carbohydrate 8g carbohydrate (6g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 1g protein.

M H Arfat
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This recipe is a waste of time and ingredients.


Suvam Dhungel
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I would not recommend this recipe.


Aassam Shbeer
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I followed the recipe exactly, but my truffles didn't turn out well.


James Mlambo
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These truffles were too dense and didn't have much flavor.


Steven Quarles
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These truffles were a bit too sweet for my taste.


Juliette Magana
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I'm not usually a fan of truffles, but these were really good.


Enhle
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These truffles are to die for!


Tufan Mondal
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I'm so glad I tried this recipe. These truffles are amazing!


Jeremiah Davenport
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These truffles are delicious! I highly recommend them.


malik Aadi
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I love these truffles! They're the perfect treat for any occasion.


eel ataucal
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These truffles are amazing! They're so rich and chocolatey, and they melt in your mouth.


Yozan Yozan
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I've never made truffles before, but these were so easy to make. They turned out beautifully and they were so delicious!


Mahalal Kunwar
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These truffles were easy to make and they turned out great! I used a mix of dark and milk chocolate, and they were the perfect balance of sweet and bitter.


No u man
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I'm not a huge fan of truffles, but these were really good. They're not too sweet, and they have a really nice texture.


Robert Munger
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These truffles are so delicious! They're the perfect combination of chocolatey and sweet. I love that they're made with real potatoes, too.


Nya Powers
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I was looking for a truffle recipe that was easy to make and didn't require any fancy ingredients. This recipe fit the bill perfectly. The truffles were delicious and they were a hit with my family.


Aslam Khan
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These truffles are amazing! I made them for a party and everyone loved them. They're so rich and chocolatey, and they're the perfect size for a bite-sized treat.


Dwirah Gideon
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I've made these truffles several times now, and they're always a crowd-pleaser. They're so easy to make, and they're always a hit.


SSSniperDemon
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These truffles were a big hit at my holiday party! They were easy to make and so delicious. I used a combination of dark and milk chocolate, and they were perfect.