Description
Easy no-bake peppermint cream cheese truffles with a chocolate coating and crushed peppermint candy topping. These festive treats are perfect for holidays or any occasion.
Ingredients
- 8 oz (226g) full-fat cream cheese, softened
- 2 cups (240g) powdered sugar
- 2 1/4 cups (225g) crushed chocolate sandwich cookies (about 24 cookies, cream removed)
- 1/2 teaspoon pure peppermint extract
- 1 cup (175g) semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 1 cup (175g) white chocolate chips (for drizzling, optional)
- 1/3 cup (40g) crushed peppermint candies or candy canes
Instructions
- In a large bowl, beat softened cream cheese and powdered sugar with an electric mixer until smooth and fluffy. Stir in peppermint extract.
- Fold in the crushed chocolate cookies until evenly combined.
- Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Scoop 1-inch balls and roll them smooth. Place truffles on the sheet. Freeze for 25-30 minutes until firm.
- Melt semi-sweet chocolate chips in a microwave-safe bowl, stirring until smooth. Dip each chilled truffle into the melted chocolate, allowing excess to drip off. Return to parchment paper and immediately sprinkle with crushed peppermint candies.
- Optional: Melt white chocolate chips and drizzle over the truffles. Let the chocolate set at room temperature or in the refrigerator.
Notes
- Ensure cream cheese is fully softened for a smooth truffle base.
- Crush chocolate sandwich cookies finely for best texture.
- Freeze the truffles until firm before coating to prevent them from falling apart.
- If microwaving chocolate, use short intervals and stir to prevent burning.
- Allow truffles to set completely before serving or storing.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Desserts
- Method: No-bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 truffle
- Calories: Approx. 100-120
- Sugar: Approx. 10-12g
- Sodium: Approx. 15-25mg
- Fat: Approx. 6-8g
- Saturated Fat: Approx. 3-4g
- Unsaturated Fat: Approx. 3-4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: Approx. 12-15g
- Fiber: Approx. 0-1g
- Protein: Approx. 1-2g
- Cholesterol: Approx. 10-15mg
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