These Peppermint Oreo Truffles are a delightful treat perfect for the holiday season. Combining the rich flavor of Oreos with a hint of peppermint, they make an excellent addition to your Christmas desserts lineup.
This recipe is simple to follow and requires minimal ingredients, making it a great choice for both novice and experienced bakers. These truffles are sure to impress your family and friends during festive gatherings.
Easy Peppermint Oreo Truffles Recipe
These truffles are made by crushing Oreo cookies and mixing them with cream cheese, then rolling them into balls and coating them in chocolate. The addition of peppermint extract adds a refreshing twist, making them a perfect holiday treat. The recipe takes about 30 minutes to prepare and yields approximately 24 truffles.
Ingredients
- 1 package (15.35 oz) Oreo cookies
- 1 package (8 oz) cream cheese, softened
- 1 teaspoon peppermint extract
- 8 oz white chocolate or candy melts for coating
- Crushed peppermint candies for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Crush the Oreos: In a food processor, crush the Oreo cookies into fine crumbs.
- Mix Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine the crushed Oreos, softened cream cheese, and peppermint extract. Mix until well combined.
- Form Truffles: Using your hands, roll the mixture into small balls, about 1 inch in diameter, and place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Chill: Refrigerate the truffles for about 30 minutes to firm up.
- Melt Chocolate: In a microwave-safe bowl, melt the white chocolate or candy melts according to package instructions until smooth.
- Coat Truffles: Dip each truffle into the melted chocolate, allowing excess to drip off. Place them back on the parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Garnish: If desired, sprinkle crushed peppermint candies on top of the truffles before the chocolate sets.
- Chill Again: Refrigerate the coated truffles for another 15-20 minutes until the chocolate is firm.
- Serve: Enjoy your Peppermint Oreo Truffles as a festive dessert or gift them to friends and family!
Cook and Prep Times
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Chill Time: 50 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 20 minutes
Nutrition Information
- Servings: 24 truffles
- Calories: 120kcal
- Fat: 7g
- Protein: 1g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
