Gingerbread Oreo Truffles

Gingerbread Oreo truffles make the sweetest no-bake edible gift for Christmas cookie exchanges and parties, plus they are super easy to make!

Why this recipe works

A soft, warmly spiced center is complemented with a sweet white chocolate shell in these gingerbread Oreo truffles. I love tucking them inside holiday treat boxes for a nice contrast in between all the festive Christmas cookies.

These Oreo balls of course begin with everyone’s favorite cream-filled sandwich cookie (the golden ones this time!) and some cream cheese for richness and moisture. They are then flavored with molasses, ginger, and cinnamon for the classic gingerbread cookie taste.

Ingredients you will need

Get all measurements, ingredients, and instructions in the printable version at the end of this post.

Ingredient Info and Substitution Suggestions

OREOS – You’ll need to purchase the family-sized pack of golden Oreos for this recipe. Do not separate the cream center from the Oreos, add the whole cookie to the food processor. This lends both flavor and moisture to the mixture.

CREAM CHEESE – To help cream cheese come to room temperature faster slice it into cubes and allow it to rest on the counter for around 30 minutes. If you use cold cream cheese you might end up with globs of it in the center of the truffles.

COATING – White chocolate is notorious for scorching in the process of melting. It’s best to microwave it until it’s almost melted, stirring after each 30-second interval. The chocolate will continue to melt after it is removed from the microwave. Continue to stir to thoroughly melt.

How to Make Gingerbread Oreo Truffles

These step by step photos and instructions are here to help you visualize how to make this recipe. You can Jump to Recipe to get the printable version of this recipe, complete with measurements and instructions at the bottom.

1. Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper and set aside.
2. Place whole Oreo cookies in a food processor. Pulse until they resemble a sand-like texture and no visible cookie chunks remain.
3. Add the cream cheese, molasses, and spices. Pulse until well combined.
4. Portion out mounds of dough using a small 1-tablespoon cookie scoop. Place the balls on the parchment-lined baking sheet and freeze for two hours or until solid.
5. Melt the white chocolate chips in a microwave-safe bowl in 30-second increments, stirring after each increment until smooth.
6. Place a frozen truffle ball onto the edge of a fork and dip it into the melted white chocolate, tapping the edge of the fork against the bowl to remove any excess melted chocolate.
7. Place the coated truffle back on the parchment-lined baking sheet. Repeat with the remaining truffle balls.
8. Reheat the remaining white chocolate and pour it into a pastry bag (or ziptop bag). Snip a small hole at the end of the pastry bag and drizzle the melted chocolate over the truffles. Before the drizzle sets, immediately place a gingerbread man sprinkle on top of it.
9. The truffles are ready to enjoy when the drizzle has hardened.

Frequently Asked Questions & Expert Tips

Working with a frozen truffle ball makes dipping easier. The dough is less likely to fall apart when submerged in the chocolate. Also, the truffle dries quicker with a smoother coating when done this way.

The truffles can be kept in an airtight container kept in the refrigerator for up to 7 days. I wouldn’t recommend freezing them, as the chocolate coating will become quite soft and begin to sweat when thawed.

The chocolate may have started to harden in the pastry bag (especially at the tip). To solve this, place the pastry bag in a measuring cup of hot water to melt the chocolate again. Then, squeeze the end of the tip to remove any built-up chocolate, and continue drizzling as before.

Serving Suggestions

Top your gingerbread Oreo truffles with a drizzle of extra white chocolate and an adorable little gingerbread man sprinkle. Stuff inside a holiday cookie box for neighbors, friends, and family. You can also wrap them in a cellophane bag and tie them with a ribbon for gift-giving.

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