December 4, 2008

Simply Sensational Truffles



2-1/2 pkg. (20 squares) BAKER'S Semi-Sweet Chocolate, divided you can also use 20 oz. of semi sweet chocoalte chips if you do not have Baker's squares on hand.
1 pkg. (8 oz.) PHILADELPHIA Cream Cheese, softened

MELT 8 chocolate squares. Beat cream cheese with mixer until creamy. Blend in melted chocolate. Refrigerate until firm.
SHAPE into 36 balls. Place on waxed paper-covered baking sheet.
MELT remaining chocolate. Use fork to dip truffles; return to baking sheet. Decorate, then refrigerate 1 hour.
Size-Wise
Chocolate truffles are rolled in a variety of coatings for a sweet treat that is perfect for gift-giving or for serving on a special occasion.
Substitute
Prepare using BAKER'S White Chocolate.
Special Extra
Sprinkle truffles with crushed peppermint candies in addition to, or instead of, the chopped peanuts and colored sprinkles.

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