Save A festive, no-bake treat featuring rich chocolate and creamy centers, perfect for holiday gatherings or edible gifts.
This recipe has become my favorite holiday treat to prepare for friends and family because it's simple and always a hit.
Ingredients
- Truffle Base: 36 Oreo cookies (about 300 g), 225 g (8 oz) cream cheese softened
- Coating & Decoration: 300 g (10 oz) white chocolate or candy melts, 50 g (1.75 oz) dark chocolate (optional for drizzling), Christmas-themed sprinkles or crushed candy canes
Instructions
- Line baking sheet:
- Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Crush Oreos:
- Crush the Oreo cookies into fine crumbs using a food processor or by placing them in a ziplock bag and crushing with a rolling pin.
- Mix base:
- In a large bowl, mix the Oreo crumbs with softened cream cheese until fully combined and smooth.
- Form balls:
- Scoop out small amounts (about 1 tablespoon each) and roll into balls. Place on the prepared baking sheet.
- Freeze:
- Freeze the balls for 30 minutes to firm up.
- Melt chocolate:
- Melt the white chocolate or candy melts in a microwave-safe bowl, stirring every 20 seconds until smooth.
- Coat truffles:
- Dip each chilled ball into the melted chocolate coating completely. Use a fork to lift out and let excess drip off. Place back on the baking sheet.
- Decorate:
- If desired, drizzle with melted dark chocolate and decorate immediately with festive sprinkles or crushed candy canes.
- Chill:
- Chill in the refrigerator for at least 10 minutes or until set.
Save This recipe always brings my family together during the holidays as we enjoy making and sharing these delightful treats.
Required Tools
Food processor or rolling pin & ziplock bag, mixing bowl, measuring spoons, baking sheet, parchment paper, microwave-safe bowl, fork
Allergen Information
Contains Dairy (cream cheese chocolate), Wheat/Gluten (Oreo cookies), Soy (chocolate). Check all ingredient labels if you have allergies.
Nutritional Information
Per serving: Calories 150, Total Fat 8 g, Carbohydrates 18 g, Protein 2 g
Save These truffles are a quick festive treat that never fails to impress during the holiday season.
Recipe Help & FAQs
- → How do I crush the cookies effectively?
Use a food processor for quick crushing or place cookies in a ziplock bag and roll with a rolling pin until finely ground.
- → Can I substitute the white chocolate coating?
Yes, milk or dark chocolate can be used for coating to adjust flavor preferences.
- → What is the best way to shape the truffles?
Scoop about one tablespoon of the mixture and roll into smooth balls by hand before freezing.
- → How long should the truffles chill after coating?
Chill in the refrigerator for at least 10 minutes or until the chocolate coating is firm.
- → How should I store these treats?
Keep them in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week to maintain freshness.
- → Can I prepare these ahead of time?
Yes, truffles can be made in advance and stored chilled until serving or gifting.