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Gingerbread Truffles

Cozy gingerbread truffles that combine warm spices and melted chocolate, perfect for holiday gifting and gatherings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 24 truffles
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American, Holiday
Calories: 120
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Truffle Mixture
  • 2 cups crushed gingerbread cookies Use crunchy cookies for better texture.
  • 8 oz cream cheese Softened at room temperature.
  • 1 teaspoon ground ginger Fresh is lively, but jarred works fine.
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon A warm, sweet backbone.
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg A tiny pinch makes a big difference.
Coating
  • 8 oz melted chocolate Dark or milk, depending on sweetness preference.
  • for garnish festive sugar or chopped nuts For garnish.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a mixing bowl, combine the crushed gingerbread cookies and cream cheese. Stir with a wooden spoon until the mixture looks even and moist.
  2. Add the ginger, cinnamon, and nutmeg, and mix again until the spices are fully blended.
  3. Scoop and roll the mixture into small balls, about 1 inch each. Pop the truffles into the fridge for about 30 minutes to firm up.
Coating
  1. Melt the chocolate slowly over a double boiler or in short bursts in the microwave, stirring so it stays glossy.
  2. Once chilled, dip each ball in the melted chocolate and set them on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
  3. Before the chocolate sets, sprinkle with festive sugar or a dusting of cinnamon.
  4. Let the truffles cool completely until the chocolate hardens.

Notes

Store in the fridge for up to two weeks or freeze for longer storage. Thaw in the fridge before serving.