No-Bake Peppermint Oreo Truffles
These No-Bake Peppermint Oreo Truffles are a quick, easy, and delicious holiday treat that will impress family and friends with minimal effort.
Ingredients
Truffle Mixture
- 1 package package of Oreos (about 14.3 oz)
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup white chocolate chips For coating
- 1 tsp peppermint extract
- ½ cup crushed peppermint candies or candy canes For garnish
- optional extra crushed Oreos for garnish
Instructions
Preparation
- Crush the Oreos by placing them in a food processor or by putting them in a sturdy ziplock bag and crushing them with a rolling pin.
- In a mixing bowl, combine the crushed Oreos with softened cream cheese and mix until you have a dough-like consistency.
- Cover the bowl and place it in the fridge for about 30 minutes.
Coating
- Melt the white chocolate chips in a microwave or double boiler until smooth.
- Form small balls from the chilled Oreo mixture, about one inch in diameter.
- Dip each truffle into the melted white chocolate to coat completely.
- Sprinkle crushed peppermint candies on top for garnish before the chocolate sets.
Chilling
- Place the finished truffles on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper and chill in the fridge for 15-20 minutes to let the chocolate set.
Serving
- Serve and enjoy your delicious No-Bake Peppermint Oreo Truffles!
Notes
These truffles can be made ahead of time and stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to a week. For a nut-free version, ensure that peppermint candies are processed without nuts. You can also experiment with different cookie flavors.