I adapted a creamy, dreamy truffle recipe from a chocolate cookbook and came up with my variation to give as gifts. Rum and nutmeg add a bit of classic eggnog flavor. -Carla Manning, Grantsburg, Wisconsin
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Desserts
Time 45m
Yield 2-1/2 dozen.
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- In a microwave, melt 1-1/2 cups baking chips; stir until smooth. In a small bowl, cream butter and cream cheese until smooth. Add rum and vanilla. Beat in melted chips. Refrigerate, covered, 1 hour or until set., Shape mixture into 1-in. balls; place on a waxed paper-lined baking sheet. Refrigerate 2 hours or until firm and slightly dry to the touch., In a microwave, melt shortening and remaining baking chips; stir until smooth. Dip balls in mixture; allow excess to drip off. Return to baking sheet; if desired, sprinkle with nutmeg., Refrigerate 2 hours or until set. Store between layers of waxed paper in an airtight container in the refrigerator.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 154 calories, Fat 11g fat (7g saturated fat), Cholesterol 15mg cholesterol, Sodium 51mg sodium, Carbohydrate 12g carbohydrate (12g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 1g protein.
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Rael Omutere
o@gmail.comI'm so glad I found this recipe. It's a keeper!
Ramona Roberts
ramona_roberts@yahoo.comThese are so easy to make and they taste delicious. I will definitely be making them again.
Zohaib khan Zohaib
zohaib.k@yahoo.comI love the way these eggnog creams taste. They are the perfect holiday treat.
Jack Peter
p_j@aol.comThese are a great way to use up leftover eggnog. I will definitely be making them again next year.
Avineel Pratap
avineelp89@gmail.comI made these for my family and they loved them. They said they were the best eggnog creams they've ever had.
Masum 3150
masum.374@hotmail.co.ukThese are the best eggnog creams I've ever had. I will definitely be making them again.
Ameen Afghan
afghan_a@gmail.comI'm so glad I found this recipe. It's a keeper!
Prossy Nakalembe
nakalembep@yahoo.comThese are so easy to make, but they taste like they came from a bakery.
Sk Sagar
s_sagar46@yahoo.comI love the way these eggnog creams melt in my mouth.
Khan Rasell
khan_rasell@hotmail.comThese are the perfect holiday treat.
Hari Yadav
hari.y84@gmail.comI made these for a potluck and they were a huge hit. Everyone loved them.
novin sebone
s@gmail.comThese are a delicious and festive treat.
AS SHAJID
as@aol.comI love that this recipe is so versatile. You can add different spices or extracts to change the flavor.
26 JEFREE
j_222@gmail.comThese are a great way to use up leftover eggnog.
Elf _Nazuna
__e@yahoo.comI followed the recipe exactly and the eggnog creams turned out perfectly. They were creamy, rich, and flavorful.
Bryanna Njenga
n_b15@hotmail.co.ukThese are the best eggnog creams I've ever had!
Malifu Litsibane
litsibane.m@hotmail.comI made these for a Christmas party and they were a huge success. Everyone loved them and asked for the recipe.
Joeshua Tenedero
tenedero.j@hotmail.comThese eggnog creams were a hit! My family loved them.
Andria Machitidze
m.andria18@hotmail.comI had never made eggnog creams before, but I was pleasantly surprised at how easy they were to make. The recipe was clear and concise, and I was able to follow it without any problems.