Mint Oreo Chocolate Truffles (Print Version)

Bite-sized mint Oreo and cream cheese balls dipped in dark chocolate.

# What You Need:

→ Truffle Base

01 - 36 mint Oreo cookies
02 - 8 oz cream cheese, softened

→ Chocolate Coating

03 - 12 oz dark chocolate or semi-sweet chocolate, chopped

→ Garnish

04 - 2-3 mint Oreo cookies, finely crushed
05 - 1 tbsp white chocolate, melted

# Directions:

01 - Line a baking sheet with parchment paper for easy cleanup and to prevent sticking.
02 - Place mint Oreo cookies in a food processor and pulse until reduced to fine crumbs. Set aside 2 tablespoons of crumbs for garnish if desired.
03 - Add softened cream cheese to the crumb mixture. Pulse until completely incorporated into a thick, smooth dough.
04 - Roll the dough into 1-inch balls and arrange them on the prepared baking sheet.
05 - Freeze the shaped balls for 30 minutes to firm up for easier dipping.
06 - Place chocolate in a microwave-safe bowl. Microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring between each until completely smooth and fluid.
07 - Using two forks, dip each chilled truffle into the melted chocolate, allowing excess to drip off. Return to the baking sheet.
08 - Immediately sprinkle with reserved crushed Oreo crumbs or drizzle with melted white chocolate while chocolate coating is still wet.
09 - Refrigerate truffles for at least 30 minutes or until chocolate coating is completely firm.
10 - Serve chilled or bring to room temperature for 15 minutes before serving for softer texture.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • They disappear faster than you can make them, so consider doubling the batch immediately
  • The texture is like a sophisticated cheesecake bite but way easier to pull off
02 -
  • If your truffle balls start falling apart in the melted chocolate, they needed more freezer time so put them back in for 15 minutes
  • The chocolate will seize if a single drop of water gets in it, so make sure your bowls and utensils are completely dry
03 -
  • Work quickly when dipping because the frozen centers will start to warm up and get soft after about 10 minutes
  • Use a fork to lift the truffles out of the chocolate and tap it against the bowl edge to remove excess coating

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