Caramel Truffles

By WSiefert

Ingredients

• 26 Ea. Kraft caramels
• 1 C. HERSHEY®’S Milk Chocolate Baking Chips
• 1/4 C. Heavy whipping cream
• 1-1/3 C. HERSHEY’®S Semi-Sweet Chocolate Chips
• 1 T. Shortening

Details

Servings 15
Preparation time 60mins
Cooking time 60mins
Adapted from tasteofhome.com

Preparation

Step 1

Line an 8-in. square dish with plastic wrap; 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 wrap, lift candy out of pan. Cut into 30 pieces; roll each piece into a 1-in. ball. Cover and refrigerate for 1 hour or until firm.
In a microwave-safe bowl, melt semi-sweet chips and shortening; stir until smooth. Dip caramels in chocolate; allow excess to drip off. Place on waxed paper; let stand until set. Refrigerate until firm.
*NOTE*
A small slowcooker can be used for the dipping chocolate.