Mint Oreo Truffles
Delicious bite-sized Mint Oreo Truffles made with chocolate, mint, and cream cheese that can be customized for any occasion.
Ingredients
Truffle Base
- 1 package Mint Oreo cookies Approximately 14.3 oz.
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened Bring to room temperature for easier mixing.
Coating
- 2 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips Can use dark or white chocolate as alternatives.
- 1 tsp mint extract Optional for enhanced mint flavor.
Garnish
- to taste Sprinkles or crushed Oreos Optional for decoration.
Instructions
Preparation
- Gather your ingredients, ensuring that cream cheese is softened.
- Prepare a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
Making the Filling
- Crush Mint Oreo cookies using a food processor until fine crumbs form.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine crushed cookies with softened cream cheese and mix until there are no lumps.
Forming the Truffles
- Roll small portions of the mixture into balls, approximately one inch in diameter.
- Place the formed balls onto the prepared baking sheet.
Chilling
- Chill the truffles in the refrigerator for about 30 minutes to firm up.
Coating
- Melt the chocolate chips in a microwave-safe bowl in 30-second intervals, stirring until smooth.
- Dip each chilled truffle into the melted chocolate, allowing excess to drip off before returning to the baking sheet.
Finishing Touches
- While the chocolate is still wet, sprinkle with crushed Oreos or colorful sprinkles.
- Return to the refrigerator to chill until the chocolate coating hardens (about 15-20 minutes).
Serving
- Once the chocolate has set, serve chilled and enjoy your Mint Oreo Truffles!
Notes
Store truffles in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to a week. They can be frozen for up to three months.