Introduction

Snickerdoodle truffles are a delightful twist on the classic cookie, combining creamy cheesecake-like centers with a sweet cinnamon coating. These bite-sized treats are perfect for any occasion and easy to make at home.

A white ceramic cake stand holds eight round white chocolate balls arranged in a close group. Each ball has smooth white chocolate coating with thin white chocolate drizzle running vertically down its sides. On top of every ball, there is a small decoration of two dark green holly leaves with three bright red berries placed in the center. The tops of the balls are sprinkled with red and white crumb-like bits, giving a festive look. The cake stand sits on a white marbled surface, scattered with red berries and a few green pine branches around it. In the blurred background, there is a white bowl filled with more red berries and a white plate with additional decorated balls. photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Ingredients

8 ounces cream cheese, softened
36 golden Oreo cookies (about a 14.3-ounce package)
2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
16 ounces (1 pound) vanilla almond bark or white melting chocolate
Sprinkles (optional, for decoration)

Instructions

Step 1: Line a baking sheet or rimmed tray with parchment paper and set aside.
Step 2: Crush the golden Oreos into fine crumbs using a food processor or by placing them in a sealed bag and crushing with a rolling pin.
Step 3: In a large bowl, combine the softened cream cheese, Oreo crumbs, ground cinnamon, and vanilla extract. Mix until fully combined.
Step 4: Roll the mixture into 1-inch balls and place them on the prepared baking sheet.
Step 5: Chill the truffle balls in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour to firm up.
Step 6: Melt the almond bark or white chocolate in the microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring until smooth.
Step 7: Dip each chilled truffle ball into the melted coating, let excess drip off, and return to the baking sheet. Add sprinkles immediately if using.
Step 8: Refrigerate the coated truffles for at least 1 more hour until the coating is fully set before serving or storing.

Tips & Variations

For a richer flavor, try using cream cheese at room temperature and make sure the Oreo crumbs are finely ground for smooth mixing.
Substitute vanilla almond bark with white chocolate chips or candy melts for similar results.
Add a pinch of nutmeg or pumpkin pie spice to enhance the warm cinnamon flavor.
Use festive sprinkles or crushed cinnamon candies for decoration to match the season.

Storage

Store the truffles in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week. For longer storage, freeze them for up to one month and thaw in the refrigerator before serving. Reheat is not recommended; serve chilled for best texture and flavor.

How to Serve

A white plate holds seven round white chocolate dessert balls, each decorated with green holly leaf shapes and small red berries made from icing on top, with red and white sprinkles scattered over them. The white chocolate balls have a smooth texture with thin, slightly darker white chocolate drizzle lines running down the sides. A few loose red berries sit on the plate around the treats. In the background, there is more white chocolate with red topping in a white bowl, all set on a white marbled surface with some green leaves and red berries softly blurred. photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I use regular Oreos instead of golden Oreos?

Yes, you can use regular Oreos, but the flavor and color will differ. Golden Oreos complement the cinnamon and cream cheese nicely by keeping the taste light and sweet.

What can I use if I don’t have a food processor to crush the cookies?

You can place the cookies in a sealed plastic bag and crush them with a rolling pin or heavy object until they become fine crumbs. Just be sure to crush them evenly for the best texture.

Snickerdoodle Truffles Recipe

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Delightfully creamy and cinnamon-spiced Snickerdoodle Truffles made with golden Oreo cookies, cream cheese, and a smooth vanilla almond bark coating. Perfect for holiday gifting or as a decadent treat to enjoy with a cup of tea or coffee.

Author: Marco
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 0 minutes
Total Time: 2 hours 15 minutes
Yield: Approximately 36 truffles 1x
Category: Dessert
Method: No-Cook
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

8 ounces cream cheese, softened
36 golden Oreo cookies (about a 14.3-ounce package)
2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
16 ounces (1 pound) vanilla almond bark (or white melting chocolate)

Optional

Sprinkles, for decoration

Instructions

Prepare the workspace: Line a baking sheet or rimmed tray with parchment paper and set it aside to prevent the truffles from sticking and to make cleanup easier.
Crush the Oreos: Place the golden Oreo cookies into a food processor and pulse until they become fine crumbs. Alternatively, place the cookies in a sealed plastic bag and crush thoroughly with a rolling pin until finely ground.
Mix the truffle base: In a large bowl, combine the softened cream cheese, Oreo crumbs, ground cinnamon, and vanilla extract. Mix thoroughly until the ingredients are completely blended into a consistent dough-like mixture.
Form the truffle balls: Using your hands or a small cookie scoop, roll the mixture into approximately 1-inch diameter balls. Place each ball on the prepared baking sheet, spacing them slightly apart.
Chill the truffles: Refrigerate the formed truffle balls for at least 1 hour. This step firms them up and makes them easier to dip in chocolate coating later.
Melt the coating: Break the vanilla almond bark or white melting chocolate into manageable pieces and place in a microwave-safe bowl. Heat in 30-second intervals, stirring after each interval, until the coating is fully melted and smooth without lumps.
Dip the truffles: Using a fork or dipping tool, dip each chilled truffle ball into the melted coating, allowing excess chocolate to drip back into the bowl. Return the coated truffles to the parchment-lined baking sheet. If desired, immediately decorate with sprinkles before the coating sets.
Set the coating: Place the dipped truffles back into the refrigerator for at least 1 hour, or until the chocolate coating is completely hardened and set.
Serve or store: Once set, serve the truffles immediately or store them in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week.

Notes

For best results, use softened cream cheese to ensure a smooth mixture.
If you don’t have a food processor, crushing the Oreos in a sealed bag with a rolling pin works just as well.
Vanilla almond bark can be substituted with white melting chocolate or high-quality white chocolate chips.
Store the truffles in an airtight container refrigerated; they can be frozen for longer storage.
Add sprinkles or colored sugar immediately after dipping for a festive look.

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