Why Make This Recipe
Gingerbread Truffles are a delightful treat that captures the essence of the holiday season. These sweet, bite-sized snacks are perfect for parties, gifts, or a cozy night in. With the warm flavors of ginger, cinnamon, and nutmeg combined with creamy cheese and rich chocolate, they are sure to impress your family and friends. Plus, they’re easy to make and fun to decorate!
How to Make Gingerbread Truffles
Ingredients:
- Crushed gingerbread cookies
- Cream cheese
- Ginger (ground)
- Cinnamon (ground)
- Nutmeg (ground)
- Chocolate (for coating)
- Festive sugar or additional spices (for garnish)
Directions:
- In a bowl, mix the crushed gingerbread cookies, cream cheese, ginger, cinnamon, and nutmeg until well combined.
- Roll the mixture into small balls and place them on a baking sheet.
- Chill the rolled truffles in the fridge for about 30 minutes.
- Melt the chocolate in a microwave or double boiler.
- Dip each chilled truffle in the melted chocolate, coating thoroughly.
- Place the coated truffles back on the baking sheet.
- Sprinkle with festive sugar or additional spices while the chocolate is still soft.
- Allow to set and then store in the fridge until ready to serve or gift.
How to Serve Gingerbread Truffles
Serve your Gingerbread Truffles on a festive plate or in a decorative box. They make great treats at holiday gatherings or can be given as gifts. You can also arrange them with other holiday goodies for a beautiful dessert table display.
How to Store Gingerbread Truffles
Keep your Gingerbread Truffles in an airtight container in the fridge. They will stay fresh for about a week. If you want to keep them longer, you can freeze them for a couple of months. Just be sure to thaw them in the fridge before serving.
Tips to Make Gingerbread Truffles
- Use fresh spices for a stronger flavor.
- You can adjust the amount of cream cheese for a creamier or firmer texture.
- Experiment with different types of chocolate for coating, like white or dark chocolate.
Variation
For a twist, try adding finely chopped nuts or dried fruits to the truffle mixture. You can also use flavored chocolate, like peppermint, for a unique taste.
FAQs
Can I use store-bought gingerbread cookies?
Yes, you can use store-bought gingerbread cookies to save time. Just crush them finely before mixing.
How long do the truffles take to set?
The truffles usually take about 30 minutes to set in the fridge after coating with chocolate.
Can I make these truffles ahead of time?
Absolutely! These truffles can be made a few days in advance and stored in the fridge until you’re ready to serve them.
Gingerbread Truffles
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: 24 truffles
- Diet: Vegetarian
Description
Delightful bite-sized snacks capturing the essence of the holiday season with flavors of ginger, cinnamon, and cream cheese, coated in rich chocolate.
Ingredients
- 1 cup crushed gingerbread cookies
- 4 oz cream cheese
- 1 tsp ground ginger
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/2 tsp ground nutmeg
- 8 oz chocolate (for coating)
- Festive sugar or additional spices (for garnish)
Instructions
- In a bowl, mix the crushed gingerbread cookies, cream cheese, ginger, cinnamon, and nutmeg until well combined.
- Roll the mixture into small balls and place them on a baking sheet.
- Chill the rolled truffles in the fridge for about 30 minutes.
- Melt the chocolate in a microwave or double boiler.
- Dip each chilled truffle in the melted chocolate, coating thoroughly.
- Place the coated truffles back on the baking sheet.
- Sprinkle with festive sugar or additional spices while the chocolate is still soft.
- Allow to set and then store in the fridge until ready to serve or gift.
Notes
Use fresh spices for a stronger flavor and experiment with different types of chocolate for the coating.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Chilling and Coating
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 truffles
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
Keywords: gingerbread, truffles, holiday treats, dessert, easy recipes