Here’s two recipes that would be perfect for holiday entertaining, courtesy of Dunkin Donuts.
Dunkin’ Donuts Latte Truffles
Makes 40-50 pieces
These Truffles make a great gift for any holiday gathering of family and friends. You can choose any Dunkin’ Donuts flavored latte you prefer; we used either the Gingerbread latte or the Peppermint Mocha. You can also use a small Dunkin Hot Chocolate flavor of your choice, instead of a latte, to make your truffles.
Have fun with decorating your truffle; choose any decoration you would like!
Ingredients
- 1 Small Dunkin Donuts Peppermint Mocha Flavored Latte
- 1 lb chocolate (semisweet or milk)
- 1 box graham crackers (crushed)
- Decorations (Have fun with it! Some ideas):
o Chopped nuts
o Powdered sugar
o Cinnamon
o Colored decorative sprinkles
Preparation
1. Using a food processor, crush the graham crackers until they are finely crushed.
2. Melt the chocolate in a heat proof bowl, over a double boiler. Stir until the chocolate is completely melted.
3. Add the Peppermint Mocha Latte to the melted chocolate, stir to incorporate.
4. Remove the chocolate mixture from the heat.
5. Add the crushed graham cracker to the chocolate / latte mixture, stir well.
6. Place the truffle mixture into the refrigerator to cool slightly. This allows the mixture to set. It will take approximately 30 minutes.
7. Once the Truffle Mixture has set, using a melon baller or spoon, form the truffles into small bite sized pieces.
8. Roll each truffle in the decorations / coating of your choice.
Dunkin’ Donuts Mint Hot Chocolate Pudding Pie
For this delicious dessert, you may use any style of chocolate pudding you prefer!
Ingredients
- 1 medium Dunkin Donuts Mint Hot Chocolate
- 2 cups (approximately 15-16) Marshmallows
- 1 (3.8 oz) package of chocolate pudding
- 1 package of chocolate mints, chopped (divide in half)
- 1 prepared chocolate cookie pie crust
- 1 pint of heavy whipping cream
- ¼ cup confectionary sugar
Preparation
1. In a small sauce pan, heat the Mint Hot Chocolate and marshmallows on medium-low heat. Stirring until the marshmallows are completely melted.
2. Place the Mint Hot Chocolate, in a small bowl and allow to cool slightly in the refrigerator.
3. Once the hot chocolate and marshmallow mix is cooled, add the pudding mix and whisk until fully incorporated.
4. Using a spatula, fold in half of the chopped chocolate mints. Pour Mint pudding mixture into the prepared cookie crust and place in the refrigerator, allowing it to set. Approximately 1-2 hours.
5. Whisk the heavy whipping cream until you have stiff peaks, incorporating the confectionary sugar.
6. Frost the top of the pie with whipped cream and decorate with the remaining amount of chocolate mints.
patricia Marsden
Sunday 23rd of December 2012
Both look yummy--just hold the mint.