Leftover Christmas Cookie Truffles: 12 Beloved Bites
Transform your leftover holiday cookies into delightful truffles. This recipe is a wonderful way to reduce waste and create a new, delicious treat that brings back sweet memories.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes plus chilling time
- Yield: Approximately 24-30 truffles
- Category: Desserts
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 cups crushed leftover holiday cookies (about 1 pound)
- 1/2 cup cream cheese, softened
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup chocolate chips (milk, semi-sweet, or dark)
- 1 tablespoon coconut oil (optional, for smoother melting)
Instructions
- Place your leftover cookies in a food processor and pulse until they form fine crumbs. You should have about 3 cups of crumbs.
- In a medium bowl, combine the cookie crumbs, softened cream cheese, softened butter, and vanilla extract. Mix until well combined and a dough-like consistency forms.
- Roll the mixture into small balls, about 1 inch in diameter. Place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Chill the cookie balls in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes to firm up.
- Melt the chocolate chips. You can do this in a microwave-safe bowl in 30-second intervals, stirring between each, or over a double boiler. If using, stir in the coconut oil for a smoother coating.
- Dip each chilled cookie ball into the melted chocolate, ensuring it is fully coated. Use a fork or a toothpick to help with dipping.
- Place the coated truffles back on the parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Let the truffles set completely. You can speed this up by placing them in the refrigerator for about 15-20 minutes.
Notes
- Feel free to use any type of leftover holiday cookies. The flavor will vary depending on the cookies used.
- You can add a pinch of salt to the chocolate mixture to enhance the flavor.
- Decorate the truffles with sprinkles, chopped nuts, or a drizzle of contrasting chocolate before the coating sets.
- Store the finished truffles in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to a week.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 truffle
- Calories: Approximately 120-150 (will vary based on cookie type and chocolate)
- Sugar: Approximately 10-15g
- Sodium: Approximately 20-40mg
- Fat: Approximately 8-12g
- Saturated Fat: Approximately 4-6g
- Unsaturated Fat: Approximately 4-6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: Approximately 12-18g
- Fiber: Approximately 0-1g
- Protein: Approximately 1-2g
- Cholesterol: Approximately 10-15mg
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