"I adapted a creamy, dreamy truffle recipe from a chocolate cookbook and came up with my variation to give as gifts. Rum and nutmeg add a bit of classic eggnog flavor.—Carla Manning, Grantsburg, Wisconsin..."
INGREDIENTS
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3-1/2 cups white baking chips, divided
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1/2 cup butter, softened
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1 package (3 ounces) cream cheese, softened
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2 tablespoons dark rum
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1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
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2 tablespoons shortening
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Ground nutmeg, optional