Cheesecake Truffles
Rich, creamy Cheesecake Truffles dipped in chocolate make the perfect bite-sized treat. They taste like classic cheesecake and are ideal for parties or gifting.
Servings: 18 people
Equipment
- mixing bowl
- Hand mixer
- cookie scoop
- baking sheet
- Parchment paper
- Microwave safe-bowl
Ingredients
- 8 oz block cream cheese softened
- ½ cup powdered sugar
- 1 ½ teaspoons vanilla extract
- ½ cup graham cracker crumbs finely crushed, about 3–4 full-size crackers, plus more for garnish if desired
- 12 oz bag of chocolate candy melts or 16 oz of chocolate or white chocolate almond bark
Optional Decorations:
- Sprinkles
Instructions
Prep
- Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and set aside.
Make the filling
- In a medium bowl, beat the softened cream cheese until smooth.8 oz block cream cheese
- Add powdered sugar, vanilla, and graham cracker crumbs; mix until thoroughly combined and creamy.½ cup powdered sugar, 1 ½ teaspoons vanilla extract, ½ cup graham cracker crumbs
Shape the truffles
- Use a cookie scoop to portion the mixture into balls and place them on the prepared baking sheet.
- Chill in the refrigerator for 60–90 minutes, or until firm.
Smooth and re-chill
- Remove the chilled truffle balls and roll them between your palms to smooth the edges.
- Return to the refrigerator for another 15 minutes.
Melt the chocolate
- Add chocolate candy melts (or almond bark) to a microwave-safe bowl.12 oz bag of chocolate candy melts or 16 oz of chocolate or white chocolate almond bark
- Heat for 1 minute, stir, then continue microwaving in 10–15 second intervals, stirring after each, until the chocolate is almost melted.
- Remove from the microwave and stir until completely smooth.
Dip the truffles
- Work with 4–5 truffles at a time, leaving the rest in the fridge to keep them firm.
- Using two forks, dip each truffle into the melted chocolate, allowing excess to drip off.
- Transfer dipped truffles to a second parchment-lined baking sheet.
Decorate (optional)
- Before the chocolate sets, add crushed graham cracker crumbs or sprinkles.Sprinkles
- Or transfer some melted chocolate to a piping bag, snip the tip, and drizzle over the truffles. (White chocolate almond bark can be drizzled the same way.)
Chill
- Once all truffles are dipped and decorated, refrigerate until firm.
Notes
Store: These cream cheese truffles keep beautifully. Store them in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to three weeks. Serve them slightly chilled for the best creamy texture.
Freeze: Arrange the dipped truffles on a baking sheet and freeze until solid. Transfer to a freezer-safe container and store for up to two months. Thaw overnight in the refrigerator to prevent condensation from developing on the chocolate.
Make Ahead: You can also prepare the filling and shape the centers up to 2 days before dipping, which is helpful during busy holiday prep.
Nutrition
Serving: 1truffle | Calories: 79kcal | Carbohydrates: 11g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 3g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.02g | Monounsaturated Fat: 0.1g | Cholesterol: 2mg | Sodium: 112mg | Potassium: 40mg | Fiber: 0.1g | Sugar: 10g | Vitamin A: 7IU | Calcium: 46mg | Iron: 0.1mg