Ingredients
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For the Truffle Filling (Base Option 1 – Cookie & Cream Cheese):
- 1 package (300g) vanilla sandwich cookies or chocolate sandwich cookies
- 200g cream cheese, softened
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ½ teaspoon almond extract (optional)
For the Coating:
- 300g chocolate chips or candy melts (dark, milk, white, or pastel-colored)
- 2 tablespoons coconut oil or neutral oil (optional, for smoother dipping)
Decorations (Choose Your Favorites):
- Colored sprinkles
- Mini candy pearls
- Colored candy drizzle (melted colored chocolate or candy melts)
- Edible glitter or shimmer dust
- Crushed pastel candies or mini chocolate eggs
Instructions
1. Prepare the Cookie Mixture
- Add sandwich cookies to a food processor and pulse into fine crumbs.
- Transfer crumbs to a mixing bowl.
- Add softened cream cheese and mix until a smooth, uniform dough forms.
- Stir in vanilla extract and almond extract if using.
2. Shape the Truffles
- Use a tablespoon or small scoop to portion out dough.
- Roll into egg shapes using your hands.
- Place on a parchment-lined tray and refrigerate for 30 minutes to firm up.
3. Melt the Chocolate or Candy Coating
- In a microwave-safe bowl, melt chocolate chips or candy melts in 30-second intervals, stirring between each, until smooth.
- Add coconut oil to thin out the chocolate for easier dipping, if desired.
- Prepare a second bowl if you’re using multiple coating colors.
4. Dip and Decorate the Truffles
- Use a fork or dipping tool to lower each truffle into the melted chocolate.
- Tap gently to remove excess coating.
- Transfer coated truffles back to the tray.
- While coating is still wet, decorate with sprinkles, candy pearls, or drizzle additional colors over the top.
- Repeat until all truffles are coated and decorated.
5. Chill and Set
- Place the tray in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes or until chocolate is completely set.
- Store in an airtight container in the fridge until ready to serve.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Chill Time: 1 hour
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 truffle
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 14g
- Fat: 11g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g