Valentine’s Day White Chocolate Oreo Truffles Recipe

Introduction

These Valentine’s Day truffles are a delightful homemade treat that combines the crunch of crushed Oreos with creamy white chocolate. Perfect for gifting or sharing, they are easy to make and customizable with colorful touches.

Ingredients

• 36 Vanilla Oreos (about 15 ounces)
• 1 8-ounce block cream cheese, softened
• 14-16 ounces white chocolate melts
• Red oil-based food coloring (optional, or powdered)
• Sprinkles (optional)

Instructions

1. Step 1: Prepare a sheet pan lined with parchment paper and set aside in the freezer or fridge.
2. Step 2: Place the Oreos in a food processor and pulse in 10-second increments until they become fine crumbs.
3. Step 3: Transfer the cookie crumbs to a mixing bowl, add softened cream cheese, and mix thoroughly—using your hands helps to evenly combine the mixture.
4. Step 4: Use a 1.5-tablespoon cookie scoop to form the mixture into balls, roll them smoothly with your hands, then place on the prepared baking sheet.
5. Step 5: Chill the truffles in the freezer for 30 minutes or in the fridge for an hour until firm.
6. Step 6: Melt the white chocolate slowly in the microwave in 20-second intervals, stirring each time, or gently melt it over simmering water using a double boiler.
7. Step 7: If you want colored chocolate, add a small drop of red food coloring to the melted white chocolate and stir to reach your desired shade.
8. Step 8: Dip each truffle into the melted chocolate using a fork, fully coating it; tap off excess chocolate and place back on the parchment-lined sheet.
9. Step 9: For a decorative drizzle, chill the coated truffles for about 10 minutes before drizzling additional chocolate over them.
10. Step 10: While the chocolate is still wet, add sprinkles if desired. Let the truffles set at room temperature for about 2 hours before serving.

Tips & Variations

• Use oil-based food coloring to prevent your white chocolate from seizing or grainy texture.
• Try dipping in dark or milk chocolate for a rich flavor twist.
• Add a pinch of cinnamon or espresso powder to the Oreo mixture for a subtle flavor boost.
• If you don’t have a food processor, crush Oreos in a sealed bag with a rolling pin.

Storage

Store truffles in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week. Bring to room temperature before serving for best texture. You can also freeze truffles for up to one month—thaw in the fridge before enjoying.

How to Serve

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I use other flavors of Oreos?

Yes, you can experiment with different Oreo flavors, but vanilla works best to complement the white chocolate coating.

Is it necessary to chill the truffles before dipping?

Chilling helps the truffles hold their shape during dipping and creates a firm center, so it’s recommended for best results.

Valentine’s Day White Chocolate Oreo Truffles Recipe

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Delightfully rich and creamy Valentine’s Day Truffles made from crushed Vanilla Oreos combined with cream cheese, coated in smooth white chocolate, and optionally decorated with colorful sprinkles and red-tinted white chocolate for a festive touch. These bite-sized treats are perfect for celebrating the season of love with a quick, no-bake recipe that delivers luscious texture and sweet flavors.

• Author: Joe
• Prep Time: 15 minutes
• Cook Time: 0 minutes
• Total Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
• Yield: 36 truffles 1x
• Category: Dessert
• Method: No-Cook
• Cuisine: American
• Diet: Vegetarian

Ingredients

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Truffle Base

• 36 Vanilla Oreos (about 15 ounces)
• 1 8-ounce block cream cheese, softened

Coating and Decoration

• 14–16 ounces white chocolate melts
• Red oil-based food coloring (optional)
• Sprinkles (optional)

Instructions

1. Prepare the Base: Line a sheet pan with parchment paper and set aside for chilling truffles later.
2. Crush the Oreos: Place the Oreo cookies in a food processor and pulse in 10-second increments until they become fine crumbs.
3. Combine Ingredients: Transfer the Oreo crumbs into a mixing bowl, add the softened cream cheese, and mix thoroughly until well combined, preferably using your hands for even consistency.
4. Form Truffles: Scoop the mixture using a 1.5-tablespoon cookie scoop and roll into smooth balls. Arrange the balls on the prepared baking sheet and chill in the freezer for 30 minutes or the refrigerator for 1 hour to firm up.
5. Melt White Chocolate: Gently melt the white chocolate melts in a microwave-safe bowl in 20-second intervals, stirring between each, or melt using a double boiler over simmering water on low heat.
6. Add Color (Optional): If coloring the chocolate, mix in red oil-based food coloring a drop at a time until the desired shade is achieved after the chocolate is fully melted.
7. Coat Truffles: Using a fork, dip each chilled truffle into the melted white chocolate, fully coating it. Tap off any excess chocolate and place the coated truffle back on the parchment-lined sheet.
8. Decorate: For a drizzle effect, chill the truffles for 10 minutes and then drizzle additional melted chocolate on top. Add sprinkles immediately while the chocolate is still wet to ensure they stick.
9. Set the Chocolate: Allow the chocolate coating to set at room temperature for about 2 hours until firm before serving.

Notes

• Use oil-based food coloring to prevent chocolate from seizing; water-based colors can cause texture issues.
• Ensure cream cheese is softened to room temperature for easier mixing and smoother truffles.
• Store truffles in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week.
• For faster setting, refrigerate truffles; however, letting them sit at room temperature helps preserve the best texture.
• You can substitute white chocolate melts with high-quality white chocolate bars broken into small pieces.

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