White Chocolate Orange Creamsicle Truffles Recipe
These White Chocolate Orange Creamsicle Truffles combine the luscious creaminess of white chocolate and cream cheese with bright notes of orange zest and extract, creating a delightful, creamy treat reminiscent of a classic creamsicle. Perfect for a refreshing dessert or festive snack, they require no baking and can be decorated with sanding sugar or extra melted white chocolate for an elegant finish.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 50 minutes
- Yield: 20 truffles 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
Truffle Base
- 200 grams white chocolate
- 100 grams cream cheese (softened)
- 1 tablespoon orange zest
- 1 teaspoon orange extract
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 3 tablespoons powdered sugar
- Pinch of salt
Optional Decoration
- Orange sanding sugar
- Melted white chocolate
Instructions
- Melt the white chocolate: Chop the white chocolate into small pieces and gently melt it using a double boiler or microwave in short bursts, stirring frequently to avoid burning.
- Prepare cream cheese mixture: In a mixing bowl, combine the softened cream cheese, orange zest, orange extract, vanilla extract, powdered sugar, and a pinch of salt. Mix thoroughly until the mixture is smooth and fluffy.
- Combine melted chocolate with cream cheese: Allow the melted white chocolate to cool slightly to prevent melting the cream cheese, then fold it into the cream cheese mixture until fully incorporated, creating a uniform truffle base.
- Chill the mixture: Cover and refrigerate the mixture for 1 hour or until it becomes firm enough to handle and roll into balls.
- Shape the truffles: Using your hands or a cookie scoop, portion and roll the chilled mixture into small, even balls.
- Decorate (optional): For an elegant touch, either dip the truffles into additional melted white chocolate or roll them in orange sanding sugar for a sparkling finish.
- Final chilling: Place the decorated truffles back in the refrigerator for 30 minutes to set before serving.
Notes
- Ensure the cream cheese is softened to room temperature for easier mixing and smoother texture.
- When melting chocolate in the microwave, heat in short 15-20 second bursts, stirring between each to prevent overheating.
- Orange zest provides fresh citrus flavor; use fresh oranges for the best aroma and taste.
- Adjust the amount of powdered sugar to taste if you prefer a sweeter or less sweet truffle.
- Store truffles in an airtight container in the refrigerator and consume within 5 days for optimal freshness.
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