Sugar Cookie Truffles for Christmas
Sugar Cookie Truffles for Christmas are the perfect festive treat, blending the classic flavors of sugar cookies with a rich cream cheese center. Coated in smooth white chocolate and adorned with vibrant sprinkles, these delightful bite-sized desserts are a crowd-pleaser at any holiday gathering. Easy to make and irresistibly delicious, they bring joy and sweetness, making them an ideal gift or festive addition to your dessert table.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 24 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Chilling
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups crumbled sugar cookies (homemade or store-bought)
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup white chocolate chips
- 1/2 cup festive sprinkles
Instructions
- Crumble sugar cookies into fine crumbs using a food processor or by hand.
- In a mixing bowl, combine crumbled cookies with softened cream cheese until smooth.
- Cover and refrigerate the mixture for 1 hour to firm up.
- Scoop out small portions and roll them into balls (about 1 inch in diameter). Place on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Melt white chocolate chips in a microwave-safe bowl, heating in short increments until smooth.
- Dip each cookie ball in melted chocolate, allowing excess to drip off before returning to the baking sheet. Sprinkle with festive toppings while still wet.
- Refrigerate until set completely before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 truffle (30g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
Keywords: Ensure cookies are completely cool before crumbling to avoid a gooey texture. For variations, try using dark chocolate or colorful candy melts instead of white chocolate. Add crushed peppermint or different flavored extracts for an extra twist!