CRAN-MARNIER TRUFFLES

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Silky smooth chocolate is studded with bits of dried cranberries in these luscious truffles. It is the perfect dessert for your Thanksgiving or Christmas celebration.-Gerry Cofta, Milwaukee, Wisconsin

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 45m

Yield 5 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 11

1-1/2 cups sugar
1 can (5 ounces) evaporated milk
1/2 cup butter, cubed
8 ounces 53% cacao dark baking chocolate, chopped
2 cups miniature marshmallows
1 tablespoon Grand Marnier
2 teaspoons grated orange zest
1/2 cup dried cranberries, chopped
12 ounces semisweet chocolate, chopped
2 tablespoons shortening
Baking cocoa, optional

Steps:

  • In a heavy saucepan, combine sugar, milk and butter. Bring to a boil over medium heat. Cook, stirring constantly, until a candy thermometer reads 234° (soft-ball stage)., Remove from heat; stir in dark chocolate until melted. Stir in marshmallows, Grand Marnier and orange zest until blended. Stir in cranberries. Transfer to a bowl. Refrigerate until easy to handle, about 1-1/2 hours., Shape into 1-in. balls; place on waxed paper-lined baking sheets. Refrigerate, covered, until firm, about 1 hour., In a microwave, melt semisweet chocolate and shortening; stir until smooth. Dip truffles in chocolate; allow excess to drip off. Return to lined baking sheets; refrigerate until set. Or, if desired, roll undipped truffles in cocoa. Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 96 calories, Fat 5g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 5mg cholesterol, Sodium 14mg sodium, Carbohydrate 13g carbohydrate (11g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 1g protein.

Anita Rochelle
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These truffles are the perfect gift for any occasion. They're elegant, delicious, and easy to make.


Jackie Pillzy
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These truffles are so delicious and easy to make. I love how they're coated in chocolate and then rolled in chopped nuts.


elismart13
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I made these truffles for a holiday party and they were a huge hit. Everyone loved them!


Zohra Shah
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These truffles are the perfect treat for any occasion. They're easy to make and they always impress my guests.


Shankar Sony
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I was a little hesitant to try these truffles because I'm not a big fan of cranberries. But I'm so glad I did! They're the perfect balance of sweet and tart.


Farhan Suleman
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These truffles are a little time-consuming to make, but they're definitely worth the effort. They're so delicious and they make a great gift.


Masala Mathoho
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I've made these truffles several times now and they're always a hit. They're the perfect treat for any occasion.


Jamaica Love
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These truffles are so easy to make and they look so elegant. I love how they're coated in chocolate and then rolled in chopped nuts.


Los G
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I made these truffles for my family and they couldn't get enough of them. They're the perfect balance of sweet and tart.


Casey Christian
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These truffles were a hit at my holiday party! They were so easy to make and everyone loved them.