1 1/2 tsps vanilla extract or almond extract or orange extract or rum extract .
4 c powdered sugar .
Filling .
1/2 c butter, Softened (no substitutes) .
Coating .
1 (12 oz) package semi-sweet chocolate chips (2 Cups, Use a good quality brand)
Directions
Step #1 Filling:.
Step #2 Combine butter & cream cheese In a large-ish bowl & beat at medium speed until smooth.
Step #3 Add vanilla & continue beating until mixed well.
Step #4 Reduce Speed to low & slowly add all of the powdered sugar & mix well.
Step #5 Roll mixture into 1-inch balls & place onto waxed or parchment paper - lined cookie sheets.
Step #6 Cover up Loosely & put in the fridge until firm.
Step #7 (2 hrs or overnight)**** If dough is too soft to handle, put in the fridge it for about an hr or until it's firm enough to roll this into balls.
Step #8 For Coating: In a 1 quart saucepan or double broiler, stirring constantly, melt chocolate chips & shortening over low heat/flame, until smooth.
Step #9 Remove from heat & keep warm.
Step #10 Poke a toothpick into each buttercream & dip buttercreams into chocolate mixture, let excess drip off, & placed onto parchment/waxed paper - lined cookie sheets & refrirgerate until coating sets.
Step #11 (at least 1/2 hr)Remove toothicks & serve.