Gingerbread Truffles
Transform delightful gingerbread flavors into bite-sized treats with these no-bake Gingerbread Truffles, perfect for holiday festivities or gift-giving.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 2 cups crushed gingerbread cookies
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened Can be substituted with a dairy-free alternative.
- 1 teaspoon ground ginger
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 2 cups melting chocolate
Garnish
- as desired festive sugar or additional spice For decoration
Instructions
Preparation
- Combine the crushed gingerbread cookies, cream cheese, ground ginger, ground cinnamon, and ground nutmeg in a bowl. Mix until everything is well blended.
- Roll the mixture into small, truffle-sized balls and arrange them on a baking sheet.
- Chill the rolled truffles in the fridge for about 30 minutes to firm them up.
Coating
- While they chill, melt the chocolate according to the package instructions.
- Once chilled, dip each truffle into the melted chocolate, ensuring they are completely covered.
- Return the chocolate-coated truffles to the baking sheet.
- Before the chocolate sets, sprinkle with festive sugar or an extra dash of spice for a holiday flair.
Storage
- Allow the chocolate to harden completely, then store the truffles in an airtight container in the refrigerator until you’re ready to serve.
Notes
Tips for success: Allow the cream cheese to reach room temperature for easier mixing. If the mixture is too sticky, chill it slightly before shaping. Add chopped nuts or crushed candy canes for extra crunch.