/ Christmas Peanut Butter Truffles Prep Time - 25 mins + Standing Yield - 36 Ingredients: * 5 ounces white candy coating, coarsely chopped, divided * 2/3 cup creamy Jif® Peanut Butter * 1/2 cup confectioners' sugar * 3 teaspoons vanilla extract * 2/3 cup crushed granola cereal with oats and honey * 6 ounces semisweet chocolate, chopped * 2 tablespoons shortening Crunchy granola provides a surprising texture that brings raves when people sample these yummy peanut butter truffles

Directions: In a microwave, melt 3 oz. white candy coating at 70% power for 1 minute; stir. Microwave at additional 10- to 20-second intervals, stirring until smooth. Stir in peanut butter until smooth. Add the confectioners' sugar, vanilla and cereal. Chill for 2-3 hours or until easy to handle. Shape into 1-in. balls; set aside. In a microwave, melt chocolate and shortening; stir until smooth. Dip balls in chocolate; allow excess to drip off. Place on a wire rack over waxed paper; let stand until set, about 15 minutes. Melt remaining coating; cool for 5 minutes. Drizzle over truffles. Chill for 5-10 minutes or until set. Cover and store in the refrigerator

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