Maple Cashew Goodies

Satisfy any sweet tooth with these tasty treats.

Place mini baking cups onto large baking sheet or jelly-roll pan.

Set aside.

Microwave marshmallow creme and butter in large microwave-safe bowl on high , stirring once , until melted.

Stir in maple flavoring until well mixed.

Stir in powdered sugar until well mixed.

Place mixture onto waxed paper.

Knead by hand until smooth dough forms.

Shape dough into 36 [about 1 / 2 inch] balls.

Place onto waxed paper.

Combine chocolate chips and shortening in medium microwave-safe bowl.

Microwave on high , stirring occasionally , until melted and smooth.

Place one ball on small spoon.

Dip each maple ball into chocolate mixture.

Place coated ball into each paper cup.

Stir chopped cashews into remaining chocolate in bowl.

Spoon about 1 rounded teaspoon cashew mixture over each ball , covering entire ball.

Let stand until chocolate is set.

Store between sheets of waxed paper in container with tight-fitting lid at room temperature up to 5 days.

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