Caramel Truffles

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This comes from the new taste of home. Haven't tried them yet, but want to post them to save the recipe on zaar!! I love truffles, so will be making them for my gift trays this season. Cooking/prep times are approximate due to chilling, etc.

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Steps

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

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In a microwave safe bowl , combine the caramels , milk chocolate chips and cream.

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Microwave , uncovered , on high for 1 minute.

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Stir.

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Microwave 1 minute longer , stirring every 15 seconds or until caramels are melted and mixture is smooth.

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Spread into prepared dish.

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Refrigerate 1 hour or until firm.

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Using plastic wrap , lift candy out of pan.

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Cut into 30 pieces , rolling each piece into a 1 inch ball.

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Cover and refrigerate for 1 hour or until firm.

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In microwave safe bowl , melt semisweet chips and shortening.

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Stir until smooth.

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Dip caramels in chocolate and place on waxed paper-lined baking sheets.

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Refrigerate until firm.

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Ingredients

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caramels, milk chocolate chips, heavy whipping cream, semi-sweet chocolate chips, shortening