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Mint and Chocolate Truffles

These no-bake mint and chocolate truffles combine crushed cookies, creamy cheese, and cool peppermint, all dipped in white chocolate and drizzled with dark chocolate.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Chill Time: 20 minutes
Servings: 24 truffles
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 140
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 package Oreo cookies, crushed (15.35 oz)
  • 8 oz cream cheese, softened
  • 1 tsp peppermint extract
  • 2 cups white chocolate chips
  • Green food coloring
  • Dark chocolate, melted (for drizzle)
  • Crushed mint candies (optional)

Method
 

  1. Crush Oreo cookies into fine crumbs.
  2. In a bowl, mix crumbs, cream cheese, and peppermint extract until smooth.
  3. Roll mixture into 1-inch balls and place on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
  4. Freeze for 20 to 30 minutes until firm.
  5. Melt white chocolate and tint with a drop of green food coloring.
  6. Dip each truffle into the melted chocolate. Let excess drip off
  7. Place back on the tray and drizzle with melted dark chocolate.
  8. Top with crushed mint if desired.
  9. Chill until set. Enjoy!

Notes

  • Softened Cheese: Make sure your cream cheese is at room temperature to avoid lumps.
  • Fine Crumbs: Crush cookies completely for a smooth texture.
  • Chilling: Do not skip the freezer step so they hold their shape while dipping.