Grinch Christmas Truffles Recipe
Introduction
These Grinch Christmas Truffles are a festive and fun holiday treat that combines the rich flavors of Oreo cookies with a creamy cream cheese center, all coated in bright green vanilla almond bark. They’re easy to make and perfect for sharing at holiday parties or gifting to loved ones.
Ingredients
- 36 Regular Oreos
- ½ cup whipped cream cheese spread
- 12 ounces vanilla almond bark
- Green gel food coloring
- 18 red heart sprinkles
Instructions
- Step 1: Crush the Oreos in a food processor until they become fine crumbs.
- Step 2: In a large bowl, mix the Oreo crumbs with whipped cream cheese until combined.
- Step 3: Scoop out the mixture using a cookie scoop, roll into balls, and place on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Step 4: Chill in the refrigerator for 30 minutes to an hour.
- Step 5: Melt vanilla almond bark in a microwave-safe bowl until smooth, adding green gel food coloring to achieve desired color.
- Step 6: Dip each truffle into the melted almond bark and allow excess coating to drip off.
- Step 7: While still wet, add red heart sprinkles on top.
- Step 8: Refrigerate again until set before serving.
Tips & Variations
- For a stronger green color, add gel food coloring gradually and mix well until you reach the perfect shade.
- Try using cream cheese instead of whipped cream cheese for a firmer texture.
- Substitute red heart sprinkles with mini candy canes or green and red sugar crystals for a different festive look.
Storage
Store these truffles in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week. For the best texture and flavor, allow them to sit at room temperature for a few minutes before serving. If frozen, thaw in the refrigerator overnight and enjoy within two weeks.
How to Serve
Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.
FAQs
Can I make these truffles ahead of time?
Yes, these truffles can be prepared a day or two in advance and stored in the refrigerator until ready to serve.
What can I use if I don’t have vanilla almond bark?
You can substitute vanilla almond bark with white chocolate chips or melting chocolate. Just be sure to melt them gently to avoid burning.
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Grinch Christmas Truffles Recipe
- Total Time: 1 hour 20 minutes
- Yield: 36 truffles 1x
- Diet: Vegetarian
Description
These festive Grinch Christmas Truffles are a delightful holiday treat made with crushed Oreos and whipped cream cheese, coated in green vanilla almond bark, and topped with red heart sprinkles. Perfect for holiday parties or gifting, they are easy to make and sure to bring a cheerful, sweet touch to your celebrations.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 36 Regular Oreos
- ½ cup whipped cream cheese spread
- 12 ounces vanilla almond bark
- Green gel food coloring, as needed
- 18 red heart sprinkles
Instructions
- Crush Oreos: Use a food processor to crush the Oreos into fine crumbs, ensuring even texture for the truffles.
- Combine with cream cheese: In a large bowl, thoroughly mix the Oreo crumbs with the whipped cream cheese spread until a uniform dough forms.
- Form balls: Using a cookie scoop, portion out the mixture and roll each into smooth balls. Place them on a parchment-lined baking sheet for easy handling.
- Chill the balls: Refrigerate the formed balls for 30 minutes to 1 hour to help them firm up and hold their shape better during coating.
- Melt almond bark and color: In a microwave-safe bowl, melt the vanilla almond bark until smooth, then stir in green gel food coloring to achieve your desired festive green shade.
- Dip truffles: Dip each chilled truffle ball into the melted almond bark, making sure to coat completely. Let the excess coating drip off to avoid clumps.
- Add sprinkles: While the coating is still wet, press a red heart sprinkle onto the top of each truffle for a charming decorative touch.
- Final chill: Place the coated truffles back in the refrigerator until the coating sets completely, about 15-30 minutes, before serving.
Notes
- Ensure the whipped cream cheese is softened for easy mixing.
- Use a food processor for finely crushed Oreos for smoother truffles.
- You can substitute almond bark with white chocolate chips if desired.
- Adjust the green gel food coloring quantity to reach your preferred shade.
- Store truffles in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 1 week.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: Grinch truffles, Christmas truffles, Oreo truffles, holiday treats, no-bake desserts, festive candy
