Candy Recipes - Truffles, Balls and Bon Bons

Caramel Truffles

26 caramels
1 cup milk chocolate chips
1/4 cup heavy whipping cream
1 1/3 cups semisweet chocolate chips
1 tablespoon shortening

Line an 8-inch square dish with plastic wrap and set aside.

In a microwave-safe bowl, combine the caramels, milk chocolate chips and cream. Microwave, uncovered, on HIGH for 1 minute; stir. Microwave 1 minute longer, stirring every 15 seconds or until caramels are melted and mixture is smooth. Spread into prepared dish; refrigerate for 1 hour or until firm.

Using plastic crap, lift candy out of pan. Cut into 30 pieces; roll each piece into a 1-inch ball. Cover and refrigerate for 1 hour or until firm.

In a microwave-safe bowl, melt semisweet chocolate chips and shortening; stir until smooth. Dip caramels in chocolate and place on wax paper-lined baking sheets. Refrigerate until firm.

Makes 2 1/2 dozen.