These cookies and cream truffles are a delightful treat that combines the rich flavors of chocolate and cream-filled cookies. With just a few simple ingredients and easy steps, you can create these decadent truffles to impress your friends and family. They are perfect for holidays, parties, or simply as a sweet indulgence. The creamy filling and crispy cookie coating make these truffles irresistible. Make a batch of these cookies and cream truffles and enjoy a little taste of heaven.
Ingredients
- 1 package of cream-filled chocolate sandwich cookies
- 8 ounces of cream cheese, softened
- 12 ounces of white chocolate chips
- 1/2 teaspoon of vanilla extract
- 3/4 cup of crushed chocolate sandwich cookies
Directions
- In a food processor, grind the cream-filled chocolate sandwich cookies into fine crumbs.
- In a mixing bowl, combine the cookie crumbs and softened cream cheese.
- Mix well until the ingredients are fully incorporated.
- Shape the mixture into small balls, about 1 inch in diameter, and place them on a lined baking sheet.
- Place the baking sheet in the refrigerator and chill the truffles for at least 20 minutes.
- In a microwave-safe bowl, melt the white chocolate chips in 30-second intervals, stirring in between, until smooth and fully melted.
- Remove the truffles from the refrigerator and dip each one into the melted white chocolate, using a fork to fully coat them.
- Place the coated truffles back onto the lined baking sheet.
- Sprinkle crushed chocolate sandwich cookies over the truffles before the chocolate sets.
- Place the truffles back in the refrigerator to allow the chocolate to harden.
- Once the chocolate is set, transfer the truffles to an airtight container and store them in the refrigerator until ready to serve.
Interesting Facts
Cream-filled chocolate sandwich cookies, also known as Oreo cookies, were first introduced in 1912.
Truffles are named after the underground fungi they resemble, due to their round shape and earthy flavors.
Adding cream cheese to the truffle mixture adds a creamy texture and helps bind the ingredients together.