Peanutty Cocoa Bonbons
["2 (3 oz. each) pkg. cream cheese, softened", "1 Tbsp. milk", "4 c. confectioners sugar", "1/3 c. unsweetened cocoa", "1 tsp. vanilla extract", "1 c. finely chopped nuts (optional)", "1 (12 oz.) pkg. peanut butter chips", "2 Tbsp. shortening (not butter, margarine or oil)"]
["In a large bowl, beat together cream cheese and milk until fluffy.", "Blend in next 3 ingredients.", "Stir in nuts, if desired. Cover and let chill several hours or until firm enough to handle. Shape cocoa mixture into 3/4-inch balls.", "Place on a waxed paper lined tray and refrigerate, uncovered, for 3 to 4 hours or until dry."]
["cream cheese", "milk", "confectioners sugar", "unsweetened cocoa", "vanilla extract", "nuts", "peanut butter", "shortening"]