
Deep-Fried Craisins® Dried Cranberries Trail Mix Truffles

Ingredients
- Creamy peanut butter8 ounces
- Ripe banana1 mashed
- Shredded coconut4 ounces
- Canola oil 3 cups
- Prepared pancake batter1 1/2 cups
- Caramel sauce4 ounces
- Craisins® Original Dried Cranberries2 ounces
- Powdered sugar garnish
- Mint sprigs6 garnish
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Steps
Thoroughly combine trail mix, peanut butter and banana in mixing bowl. Using a small scoop, form peanut butter mixture into 18 balls. Roll balls in coconut; freeze for 15 to 20 minutes. Heat oil to 350ºF. Coat frozen truffle balls in pancake batter; drain lightly. Deep-fry for 1 to 2 minutes or until golden brown and warm inside. Drizzle caramel evenly over each of 6 serving plates. Place 3 truffles on each plate. Garnish with powdered sugar and mint sprig. Makes 6 servings. 2011 Ocean Spray Foodservice Ultimate Cranberry Recipe Contest Finalist Brent Rhoda