Description
Gingerbread truffles are the ultimate no-bake holiday treat, combining creamy white chocolate with the warm, festive flavors of ginger and cinnamon. These delightful bites encapsulate holiday cheer, making them perfect for gatherings or as heartfelt gifts. With their elegant appearance and rich taste, they are sure to impress your guests and evoke fond memories of holiday baking traditions.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs
- 2 tsp ground ginger
- 2 tsp cinnamon
- ¼ tsp nutmeg
- 8 oz white chocolate chips
- ½ cup powdered sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- ¼ cup unsalted butter (softened)
Instructions
- In a large bowl, mix graham cracker crumbs, ground ginger, cinnamon, nutmeg, and powdered sugar until well combined.
- Melt white chocolate chips in a microwave-safe bowl at 30-second intervals until smooth.
- Pour melted chocolate into the dry mixture along with softened butter and vanilla extract; mix until fully incorporated.
- Shape the mixture into small balls (about 1 inch in diameter) and place on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes until firm.
- Optional: Melt additional white chocolate for coating and drizzle or dip each truffle before chilling again until set.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 truffle (20g)
- Calories: 95
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 15mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: <1g
- Cholesterol: 5mg
Keywords: Customize your truffles by adding crushed nuts or using dark chocolate instead of white. A sprinkle of sea salt can enhance the flavor beautifully.
