CRANBERRY ORANGE TRUFFLES

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Homemade truffles are a delicacy my family looks forward to every holiday. We love the combination of tart cranberries and rich chocolate-and the orange and almond put this recipe over the top. -TerryAnn Moore, Vineland, New Jersey

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 1h

Yield about 3 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 9

12 ounces bittersweet chocolate, chopped
1/2 cup unsalted butter, cubed
4 large egg yolks, beaten
1 cup dried cranberries, chopped
3 tablespoons thawed orange juice concentrate
1 teaspoon almond extract
COATING:
12 ounces white candy coating, chopped
1 ounce bittersweet chocolate, melted

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 heat, whisking constantly. Cook and stir until mixture reaches at least 160° and coats the back of a metal spoon., Remove from the heat; stir in the cranberries, orange juice concentrate and extract. Cool to room temperature, stirring occasionally. Refrigerate for 1 hour or until easy to handle. Shape into 1-in. balls., In a microwave, melt candy coating; stir until smooth. Dip truffles in coating; allow excess to drip off. Place on waxed paper-lined baking sheets and drizzle with bittersweet chocolate. Refrigerate for 2 hours or until firm. Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 138 calories, Fat 9g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 25mg cholesterol, Sodium 1mg sodium, Carbohydrate 11g carbohydrate (10g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 1g protein.

Ben Rings
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I'm not a big fan of cranberries, but I decided to try these truffles anyway. I'm so glad I did! They're amazing! The cranberry and orange flavors are perfectly balanced.


Md Yeasin Hasan Md Yeasin Hasan
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I made these truffles for a potluck and they were a huge hit! Everyone loved them. They're so easy to make and they're always a crowd-pleaser.


raven laine
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These truffles are delicious! I love the tartness of the cranberries and the sweetness of the orange. They're the perfect balance of flavors.


MST ASHA BEGUM
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I'm so glad I found this recipe! These truffles are amazing. I love the combination of cranberries and orange. They're the perfect holiday treat.


murtaza jamali
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I made these truffles for my Christmas party and they were a huge success! Everyone loved them. They're so easy to make and they look so festive.


Jennifer Jarvis
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These truffles are so good! They're the perfect holiday treat. I love the way the cranberries and orange complement each other.


Festus Prince
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I've made these truffles several times now and they're always a hit. They're the perfect combination of sweet and tart. I love to serve them at parties or as a special treat.


Stella Snow
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These truffles are so easy to make and they're always a hit with my friends and family. I love that I can make them ahead of time and they're always fresh and delicious.


Yelsoma Akumperigya
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I'm so glad I found this recipe! These truffles are amazing. I love the combination of cranberries and orange. They're the perfect holiday treat.


Peshawar group
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I made these truffles for my Christmas party and they were a huge success! Everyone loved them. They're so easy to make and they look so festive.


Rada das
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These truffles are so good! They're the perfect holiday treat. I love the way the cranberries and orange complement each other.


rich gamers family
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I've made these truffles several times now and they're always a hit. They're the perfect combination of sweet and tart. I love to serve them at parties or as a special treat.


MD:Jubayer Ahmed
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These truffles are so easy to make and they're always a hit with my friends and family. I love that I can make them ahead of time and they're always fresh and delicious.


Tyler Jordaan
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I'm not a big fan of cranberries, but I decided to try these truffles anyway. I'm so glad I did! They're amazing! The cranberry and orange flavors are perfectly balanced.


ashraf uddun
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These truffles are so delicious! I love the tartness of the cranberries and the sweetness of the orange. They're the perfect holiday treat.


Thet Naing Oo
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I followed the recipe exactly and the truffles turned out great! They're so easy to make and they look so festive. I can't wait to serve them at my next party.


Salma Ahmed
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These are the best truffles I've ever had! The cranberry and orange flavors are perfect together. I'll definitely be making these again.


Broder josh
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I made these truffles for my family and they loved them! They're so creamy and flavorful. I especially love the orange flavor. Thanks for the great recipe!


Rebecca Gillis
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These truffles were a hit at my holiday party! They're so easy to make and they taste delicious. I love the combination of cranberries and orange. Thanks for sharing this recipe!