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Date Nut Balls (Candy without processed sugar) T&TSource: Adapted from Dr. Hans Diehl`s CHIP (Coronary Health Improvement Project) - Speaker: Evelyn Cole-Kissinger R.D. These were served at our CHIP follow-up meeting last evening. They contain no processed sugar, yet are sweet and delicious! In blender or food processor, chop until they become a coarse meal:1 cup blanched almonds (i.e., natural almonds with skins removed)
3/4 cup EACH of dried apricots, chopped dates, walnuts Add and pulse on and off until mixture sticks together: 1/4 cup orange juice Shape mixture into 1-inch balls. If desired, roll in finely shredded coconut or additional finely chopped nuts. Refrigerate in airtight container until serving.

Chocolate liqueur truffles
Chocolate Liqueur TrufflesThese are quick, easy and impressive. You can use almost any of your favorite liqueurs. Try hazelnut, orange, Irish cream or chocolate liqueur.2 1/2 cups finely crushed chocolate wafers (about 45 wafers) 1 cup finely chopped walnuts, pecans, pine nuts (Upload by user)

Chocolate frangelico truffles
Chocolate Frangelico Truffles8 ounces fine quality sweetened chocolate, chopped 1/3 cup butter, divided 2 tablespoons Frangelico liqueur 1/3 cup sifted confectioners` sugar 1 cup ground salted cashewsUsing a double boiler, place chocolate and 1 tablespoon butter in (Upload by user)

Peanut butter balls
Peanut Butter Balls1 cup margarine1/2 cup crunchy peanut butter1/2 cup chopped peanuts1 cup flaked coconut2 1/4 cups crushed graham crackers1 teaspoon vanilla extract1 (1 pound) box confectioners` sugar12 ounces semisweet chocolate chips2/3 cup grated para (Upload by user)

Chocolate truffles with variations
Chocolate Truffles with Variations3 (6 ounce) packages semisweet    chocolate chips (1 1/2 300g bags)1 (14 ounce) can Eagle Brand sweetened    condensed milk (300ml)1 tablespoon vanilla extractFinely chopped nutsFlaked coconutChoc (Upload by user)

Coffee fudge balls
Coffee Fudge Balls1 package (8 squares) Baker`s� Semisweet Chocolate1/3 cup sweetened condensed milk1/4 cup freshly brewed coffee1 teaspoon vanilla extract1/2 cup chopped nutsMicrowave chocolate, milk and coffee in 2 quart microwaveable bowl on HIGH 2 minutes or un (Upload by user)

Mexican truffles
Mexican Truffles1 cup whipping cream 1 teaspoon instant coffee 18 ounce semisweet chocolate chips 1/8 cup coffee liqueur 1/4 cup cocoa powderBring cream to the boiling point in a medium saucepan. Remove from heat and add 12 ounces chocolate chips and instant coffee (Upload by user)

Jack daniels whiskey balls
Jack Daniels Whiskey Balls2 cups toasted chopped pecans 1 (12 ounce) box vanilla wafers, finely crushed (about 2 3/4 cup)2 cups confectioners` sugar, plus additional for rolling cookies1/2 cup cocoa 1/4 cup corn syrup 1/2 cup Jack Daniel`s Tennessee WhiskeyComb (Upload by user)

Apricot brandy balls
Apricot Brandy Balls6 (1 ounce) squares semisweet chocolate1/2 cup brandy3 tablespoons light corn syrup2 1/2 cups wheat bran cereal, crushed1 cup finely chopped, dried apricots1/2 cup confectioners` sugarUnsweetened cocoa powderMelt chocolate in top of doub (Upload by user)

Marshmallow porcupines
Marshmallow Porcupines1 can sweetened condensed milk 1/2 cup margarine 1 package caramels, unwrapped 1 package large marshmallows 2 cups Rice KrispiesCombine milk, margarine and caramels in double boiler over simmering water until melted. Individually dip each mars (Upload by user)

Chocolate truffles
Chocolate Truffles12 ounces semisweet chocolate chips3 tablespoons milk3 egg yolks3/4 cup butter, cut into pieces1 tablespoon brandy (optional)Chocolate shot, nonpareil decors or cocoaIn top of double boiler melt chocolate chips with milk. Beat with electric be (Upload by user)
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White mountain truffles
White Russian Truffles3/4 cup Kahl?a1/4 cup vodka1/2 bag (5 1/2 ounces) Ghirardelli White Chocolate Chips1/2 bag (5 1/2 ounces) Ghirardelli Milk Chocolate Chips1 cup finely diced walnuts3 cups finely crushed Pepperidge Farms Milano CookiesChop walnuts in a food (Upload by user)
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Rum balls
Rum Balls1/2 pound graham cracker crumbs 1 cup confectioners` sugar 1/2 cup pecans, chopped 2 tablespoons cocoa 1/2 cup white Karo syrup 1/4 cup rumExtra confectioners` sugar for rollingCombine graham cracker crumbs, confectioners` sugar, pecans and cocoa. (Upload by user)
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Fruitcake balls
Fruitcake Balls1/2 cup butter 1/2 cup honey 1 cup finely chopped candied fruits/peels 1 cup chopped pitted dates 1/2 cup chopped raisins 1/2 cup finely chopped candied pineapple 1/2 cup finely chopped candied cherries 1 cup medium fine chopped walnuts 1 te (Upload by user)
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Chocolate raspberry truffles
Chocolate Raspberry Truffles1 1/3 cups semisweet chocolate chips2 tablespoons heavy or whipping cream1 tablespoon butter2 tablespoons seedless raspberry jamIn small heavy gauge saucepan, combine semisweet chocolate chips, heavy cream and butter. Cook over low heat, sti (Upload by user)
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Coconut balls
Coconut Balls1/2 pound butter 1 pound confectioners` sugar 1 pound flaked coconut 1/2 cup sweetened condensed milk 1 cup chopped walnuts (or replace with more coconut) 1 teaspoon vanilla extractuCoating/u1 (12 ounce) package semisweet chocolate chips b (Upload by user)
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Puffed rice balls
Puffed Rice Balls1 (6 ounce) box puffed rice cereal2 cups granulated sugar3/4 cup light corn syrup1/2 cup water 1 teaspoon vanilla extractPlace puffed rice in a bowl. Combine remaining ingredients in saucepan and cook until mixture reaches soft ball stage (see note (Upload by user)
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