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Best Gingerbread Truffles : Rich & Festive

Delightful bite-sized sweets that bring the cozy flavors of the holiday season to your home.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 24 pieces
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American, Holiday
Calories: 120
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the truffles
  • 1 cup gingerbread cookie crumbs Store-bought or homemade
  • 8 oz cream cheese, softened Must be softened for easy mixing
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
For the coating
  • 1 cup white chocolate chips Can substitute with dark or milk chocolate
  • 1 tablespoon vegetable oil To smooth the chocolate
For decoration
  • Sprinkles or crushed gingerbread cookies For decoration

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a mixing bowl, combine the gingerbread cookie crumbs, cream cheese, cinnamon, ginger, and nutmeg. Mix until well combined.
  2. Roll the mixture into small balls and place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
  3. Freeze the balls for about 30 minutes, until firm.
Coating
  1. In a microwave-safe bowl, melt the white chocolate chips and vegetable oil together, stirring until smooth.
  2. Dip each truffle into the melted chocolate and place it back on the baking sheet.
  3. Decorate with sprinkles or crushed gingerbread cookies.
Finishing Touch
  1. Refrigerate until the chocolate is set. Enjoy your gingerbread truffles!

Notes

Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to two weeks. Can be frozen. Use parchment paper to prevent sticking.