Chocolate Date Truffles

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Chocolate Date Truffles

Recipe By : Jolene Fincher <76702.2361@compuserve.com>
Serving Size : 1 Preparation Time :0:00
Categories :
Amount Measure Ingredient -- Preparation Method
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11 1/2 oz Milk Chocolate chips
1 c Crushed vanilla wafers
1/2 c Powdered sugar
1/2 c Lowfat vanilla yogurt
1/2 t Almond extract
8 oz chopped dates (1 1/2 c)
Powdered sugar, colored candies, or sprink

1. In a medium saucepan over very low heat, melt chocolate chips, stirring
constantly. Remove from heat. Stir in vanilla wafers, 1/2 cup powdered
sugar, yogurt, and almond extract; blend well. Stir in dates. Refrigerate
10 minutes for easier handling.

2. Form mixture into 1/2 to 1 inch balls. Roll in powdered sugar, and place
in a single layer in a large shallow container. Store covered in
refrigerator.

TIP: One 10 oz package of vanilla milk chips can be substituted for the
chocolate chips. Substitute 1/2 tsp. rum extract for the almond extract and
6 oz pkg. dried apricots, chopped for the dates. Prepare as directed above.

Per serving: 1/2 fruit, 1/2 fat Each serving contains: 1 candy õ0
calories Source: Pillsbury Fast and Healthy Magazine, Nov/Dec 1993 Typed
for you by: Linda Fields, Cyberealm BBS, Watertown, NY 315-786-1120







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