Description
Delight in these rich and creamy Eggnog Truffles that perfectly blend festive flavors with a luscious white chocolate coating. Made with vanilla wafer crumbs, creamy cream cheese, and spiced eggnog, these truffles are a sophisticated holiday treat that are sure to impress at any gathering.
Ingredients
Scale
Truffle Base
- 1 ½ cups vanilla wafer cookie crumbs
- 4 oz cream cheese, softened
- 3 tbsp eggnog
- ¾ cup powdered sugar
- ¼ tsp ground cinnamon
- ¼ tsp ground nutmeg
- 8 oz white chocolate baking bars, melted (for filling)
Coating & Garnish
- 12 oz white chocolate baking bars, melted (for coating)
- Optional: 2 tbsp white chocolate shavings or chopped nuts for garnish
Instructions
- Pulse Cookies: Add vanilla wafer cookies to a food processor and pulse until finely ground into crumbs, creating a smooth base for the truffle mixture.
- Mix Wet Ingredients: In a mixing bowl, beat together the softened cream cheese, eggnog, powdered sugar, cinnamon, and nutmeg until the mixture is smooth and well combined.
- Combine Dough: Stir the cookie crumbs and 8 oz of melted white chocolate into the wet mixture. Mix until the dough thickens and holds its shape nicely.
- Chill Dough: Cover the bowl and refrigerate the dough for 1 hour until it firms up to a rollable consistency.
- Form Balls: Once chilled, roll the dough into 1-inch balls and arrange them on a parchment-lined baking sheet, preparing them for freezing.
- Freeze Truffles: Place the truffle balls in the freezer for 20 to 30 minutes to firm them up further, making them easier to coat.
- Melt Coating Chocolate: Melt the remaining 12 oz white chocolate baking bars. Using a fork, dip each chilled truffle into the melted chocolate, allowing excess to drip off for an even coating.
- Garnish: Place the coated truffles back on the baking sheet and sprinkle with optional white chocolate shavings or chopped nuts to add texture and visual appeal.
- Set and Serve: Let the truffles set at room temperature or refrigerate until the chocolate coating is fully firm. Serve them chilled for a perfect festive indulgence.
Notes
- Ensure the cream cheese is softened to avoid lumps in the mixture.
- Chilling the dough before rolling helps maintain the shape and prevents sticking.
- Freezing the truffles before coating ensures a smooth, even chocolate layer.
- Store truffles in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week.
- For a boozy twist, add a tablespoon of rum or bourbon to the mixture.
