eggnog truffles

How To Make eggnog truffles

• Step 1
  Melt 8 ounces of the white chocolate as directed on package.
• Step 2
  Beat cream cheese, confectioners' sugar, nutmeg and rum extract in a large bowl with electric mixer on Medium speed until smooth and thoroughly mixed. Add the 8-oz melted white chocolate, and continue beating with electric mixer until well blended. Cover bowl and refrigerate for 4 hours or until firm.
• Step 3
  Shape into 24 balls about 3/4-inch in size. Place on waxed paper-lined tray. Refrigerate until ready to dip. (When ready to dip the Eggnog Truffles, it's best to work in two batches (working with 12 truffles at a time), as the chilled truffles can cause the melted chocolate to harden.)
• Step 4
  Melt 4 ounces of white chocolate in a small microwave-safe bowl on Medium for 1 1/2 minutes in the microwave oven, stirring after about 1 minute.
• Step 5
  Using a fork, dip 1 truffle at a time in the melted white chocolate. Place coated truffle on waxed paper-lined tray, and sprinkle a pinch of ground nutmeg on top of each truffle. You might have to stir melted chocolate frequently to keep it smooth.
• Step 6
  Repeat Steps #4 and #5 with remaining 4 ounces of white chocolate and remaining 12 truffles. Refrigerate truffles for 1 hour or until white chocolate is set.
• Step 7
  Place truffles in an airtight container and keep in refrigerator for up to 1 week. They also freeze well for several months (be sure to separate layers with waxed paper).
• Last Step: Don't forget to share! Post a picture of your finished recipe here and on your favorite social network. Don't forget to tag Just A Pinch and include #justapinchrecipes!