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Peppermint Truffles Cream Cheese

Decadent Peppermint Truffles Cream Cheese in No Time

These Peppermint Truffles Cream Cheese are decadent, easy to make, and perfect for any festive gathering.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Chilling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 12 truffles
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 120

Ingredients
  

For the Truffle Base
  • 8 ounces cream cheese softened for easy mixing
  • 12 ounces white chocolate good-quality for best texture
  • 1 teaspoon peppermint extract adjust to taste
For Coating
  • 1 cup crushed peppermint candies or colorful sprinkles for decoration
  • optional toppings consider drizzling melted chocolate on top

Equipment

  • Large mixing bowl
  • Electric mixer
  • cookie scoop
  • Baking sheet
  • Parchment paper
  • Shallow bowl

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a large mixing bowl, combine cream cheese, melted white chocolate, and peppermint extract. Blend on medium speed until velvety and smooth, about 2-3 minutes.
  2. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for about 30 minutes until it firms up.
  3. Remove from the fridge and use a small cookie scoop to portion out about 1 inch of the mixture. Roll each portion into smooth balls.
  4. In a shallow bowl, add crushed peppermint candies. Roll each truffle in the candies until fully coated.
  5. Return the coated truffles to the refrigerator for another 15-20 minutes to set.

Nutrition

Serving: 1truffleCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 1gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 50mgPotassium: 40mgSugar: 10gVitamin A: 200IUCalcium: 30mg

Notes

Store truffles in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 5 days or freeze for up to 3 months. Chill thoroughly before serving.

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