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Close-up of festive Snowman Truffles, perfect for a winter holiday dessert.

Snowman Truffles: Ultimate Easy Recipe

These adorable Snowman Truffles are the perfect festive treat for the holidays. Made with crushed Oreo cookies, cream cheese, and a smooth white chocolate coating, they're easy to make and fun to decorate. Chilling the truffles at multiple stages is key to preventing melting and ensuring a perfect shape.
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Prep Time 45 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
  • 12 ounces white chocolate, finely chopped
  • Orange sprinkles or candies for noses
  • Mini chocolate chips for eyes and buttons
  • Pretzel sticks, broken in half, for arms
  • Shredded coconut for decoration optional

Equipment

  • Food processor (optional)
  • Mixing bowl
  • Baking sheet
  • Parchment paper
  • Double boiler or microwave-safe bowl
  • Fork or dipping tools
  • Plastic wrap

Method
 

  1. Prepare the Truffle Filling: In a food processor, pulse the Oreo cookies until they are finely crushed. Alternatively, place the cookies in a large zip-top bag and crush them with a rolling pin.
  2. Combine Ingredients: In a mixing bowl, combine the crushed Oreos and softened cream cheese. Mix well until a smooth dough forms.
  3. Chill the Dough: Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes. This firms up the dough and makes it easier to roll.
  4. Shape the Snowmen: Remove the dough from the refrigerator. Roll the dough into balls, about 1 inch in diameter. Place the balls on the prepared baking sheet. For each snowman, you'll need three balls of slightly different sizes (large, medium, and small). Gently press the balls together to form a snowman shape.
  5. Chill the Snowmen: Return the baking sheet to the refrigerator for another 30 minutes to firm up the snowmen completely. This is a crucial step!
  6. Melt the White Chocolate: Melt the white chocolate using a double boiler or in the microwave. If microwaving, heat in 30-second intervals, stirring in between, until smooth. Be careful not to overheat.
  7. Temper (Optional, but Recommended): To temper the chocolate, melt approximately 2/3 of the chocolate completely. Remove from heat and add the remaining 1/3 of chopped chocolate. Stir until all the chocolate is melted and the mixture is smooth. This seeding method helps to create stable crystals.
  8. Coat the Snowmen: Dip each snowman into the melted white chocolate, ensuring it is fully coated. Use a fork or dipping tool to lift the snowman out of the chocolate and tap off any excess. Place the coated snowman back on the parchment-lined baking sheet.
  9. Decorate Immediately: While the chocolate is still wet, add the orange sprinkles/candies for the nose, mini chocolate chips for the eyes and buttons, and pretzel stick halves for the arms. If using shredded coconut, sprinkle it over the base of the snowman.
  10. Set the Chocolate: Return the baking sheet to the refrigerator for 15-20 minutes, or until the chocolate is set.
  11. Serve and Enjoy: Once the chocolate has set, the Snowman Truffles are ready to serve and enjoy! Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator.

Notes

For best results, use high-quality white chocolate. Tempering the chocolate will give it a shiny, stable finish. Store the finished truffles in an airtight container in the refrigerator to prevent melting. Ensure cream cheese is softened to room temperature before mixing. Chilling the dough and the shaped snowmen is crucial for preventing melting and maintaining shape.