Bittersweet Double Chocolate Truffles

• 1 cup 60% cacao bittersweet chocolate baking chips
• 3/4 cup whipped topping
• 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1 cup milk chocolate chips
• 1 teaspoon shortening
• Optional toppings: Crushed peppermint candies, sprinkles and chopped nuts

1. In a small saucepan, melt bittersweet chips over low heat. Transfer to a bowl; cool to lukewarm, about 7 minutes.
2. Beat in whipped topping and cinnamon. Place in the freezer for 15 minutes or until firm enough to form into balls. Shape mixture into 1-in. balls.
3. In a microwave, melt milk chocolate chips and shortening; stir until smooth. Dip truffles in chocolate and place on waxed paper-lined
4. . Immediately sprinkle with toppings of your choice. Refrigerate until firm. Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator.

baking chips, ground cinnamon, milk chocolate chips, shortening, peppermint candies

Taken from www.tasteofhome.com/recipes/bittersweet-double-chocolate-truffles/ (may not work)