Description
These No-Bake Orange Creamsicle Truffles combine creamy white chocolate with fresh orange zest and juice for a delightful citrus twist. Soft and luscious with a crisp white chocolate coating, these truffles are an easy-to-make, refreshing dessert perfect for any occasion without needing an oven or complicated steps.
Ingredients
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Truffle Mixture
- 1 cup white chocolate chips
- 4 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
- 1 1/2 cups powdered sugar
- 1 tablespoon fresh orange zest
- 2 tablespoons fresh orange juice
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 1/2 cups vanilla wafer crumbs
Coating & Garnish
- 1 cup white chocolate melting wafers for coating
- Additional orange zest for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Melt White Chocolate: In a microwave-safe bowl, melt the white chocolate chips in 20-second intervals, stirring thoroughly after each until smooth. Allow the melted chocolate to cool slightly to avoid cooking the other ingredients.
- Prepare Cream Cheese Mixture: In a separate bowl, beat the softened cream cheese and unsalted butter together until the mixture is smooth and creamy, forming the base of the truffle dough.
- Add Flavorings and Sugar: Incorporate the powdered sugar, fresh orange zest, orange juice, and vanilla extract into the cream cheese mixture, mixing well to ensure all ingredients are combined evenly.
- Combine with White Chocolate and Crumbs: Stir the melted white chocolate and vanilla wafer crumbs into the mixture until it forms a soft, moldable dough.
- Chill the Mixture: Place the dough in the refrigerator for 30 minutes to firm up, which will make it easier to shape into truffles.
- Shape Truffles: Using a tablespoon measure, scoop the chilled mixture and roll it into balls. Arrange the truffles on a parchment-lined baking sheet to prevent sticking.
- Freeze the Truffles: Freeze the rolled truffles for 15 minutes to firm them again before coating.
- Melt Coating Chocolate: Melt the white chocolate melting wafers according to package instructions, ensuring a smooth, even coating for dipping.
- Dip and Coat: Dip each truffle into the melted white chocolate, fully coating it, then return it to the baking sheet.
- Garnish and Set: If desired, sprinkle additional orange zest on top of each coated truffle for a decorative finish. Refrigerate the truffles until the coating is fully set before serving.
Notes
- Keep truffles refrigerated until serving for the best texture and freshness.
- Lemon zest and juice can be used as an alternative to orange for a citrus variation.
- Ensure chocolate is cooled slightly before mixing to prevent curdling the cream cheese.
- Using parchment paper helps prevent sticking during shaping and coating stages.
