Crispy Mexican Truffles Recipe

Cinnamon, cayenne, and crunch! These chocolate truffles have an unexpected hint of heat. Nutritional Facts: 1 truffle: 98 calories, 5g fat (3g saturated fat), 6mg cholesterol, 33mg sodium, 14 carbohydrate (10 sugars, 1g fiber), 1g protein.

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Prep Time 30

Total Time 30

Cuisine Mexican

Servings 30 Servings

Ingredients

6 Ounces Cream Cheese, Softened
2 Cups Confectioners' Sugar
8 Ounces Bittersweet Chocolate, Melted and Cooled
2 Teaspoons vanilla extract
1 Cup Crushed Cornflakes
2 Teaspoons ground cinnamon
1/2 Teaspoons cayenne pepper

Instructions

In a large bowl, beat cream cheese until smooth. Beat in confections' sugar, chocolate and vanilla. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour or until easy to handle.
In a small bowl, combine the cornflakes, cinnamon and cayenne. Shape Chocolate mixture into 1-in. balls; roll in cornflake mixture. Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator. Yield: 2-1/2 dozen.