CHOCO-TATO TRUFFLES
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
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.
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Ratree Das
ratree@gmail.comThese truffles are so delicious, I could eat them every day!
Tashnatoya Scott
s_tashnatoya91@hotmail.frI've made these truffles several times as gifts, and they're always a hit.
Mballo Msuya
m90@yahoo.comThese truffles are perfect for a party or potluck.
Ziad Aladdin
a_ziad@yahoo.comThese truffles are a great make-ahead dessert. They can be stored in the refrigerator for up to a week.
Shreesti Gautam
g-s52@hotmail.co.ukI love that these truffles are made with all-natural ingredients.
Ali Delbani
ali64@gmail.comThese truffles are a great way to use up leftover mashed potatoes.
Z E B GAMING YT
y_z@gmail.comI wouldn't recommend these truffles. They're not worth the time or effort.
Satya Kumar
skumar74@yahoo.comThese truffles are okay, but I've had better.
Hom Nath Sharma
h.s@yahoo.comI wasn't a fan of the texture of these truffles. They were a bit too dense for my liking.
M attik
m_attik@gmail.comThese truffles are a bit too sweet for my taste, but they're still pretty good.
Donald Berry
bdonald18@hotmail.frI've never had anything like these truffles before. They're so unique and delicious.
Amie Mahilum
amie_mahilum63@yahoo.comThese truffles are the perfect balance of sweet and savory. I can't get enough of them!
Maggie Thompson
maggiet27@yahoo.comI love how easy these truffles are to make. I can whip up a batch in no time.
Aziza
aziza73@gmail.comThese truffles are so rich and decadent. They're perfect for a special occasion.
Rabbi Emran
rabbiemran98@gmail.comI was a bit skeptical about the combination of chocolate and potato, but I was pleasantly surprised. These truffles are delicious!
Hadi Ammar
a.h53@hotmail.comI've made these truffles several times now, and they always turn out perfect. They're so easy to make, and they taste amazing.
Mustafa Yassin
yassin.mustafa@gmail.comThese truffles were a hit at my last party! Everyone loved them.