rum and raisin fruitcake truffles
- 300g store-bought dark fruit cake, finely chopped
- 2 tablespoons rum
- ½ cup (75g) raisins, chopped
- ¼ teaspoon mixed spice
- 200g dark chocolate, melted
- 200g dark chocolate, melted, extra
- ¼ cup (25g) Dutch cocoa, sifted
- Place the fruitcake, rum, raisins, mixed spice and chocolate in a medium bowl and mix to combine. Place in the refrigerator for 30 minutes, or until firm.
- Roll the mixture into tablespoon-sized balls. Dip the truffles in the extra chocolate, shaking off any excess, and place on a baking tray lined with non-stick baking paper. Refrigerate for 15 minutes or until firm.
- Roll the truffles in the cocoa. Serve. Makes 20.
tips + tricks
You can make these truffles up to 3 weeks ahead. Just store in an airtight container in the refrigerator.
Tags: chocolate,
christmas,
desserts,
entertaining,
festive,
fruitcake,
rum and raisin,
treats,
truffles,
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