Description
Sugar Cookie Truffles are delicious, no-bake, bite-sized treats that transform sugar cookies into elegant desserts. With a creamy, sugar cookie center, smooth vanilla coating, and colorful sprinkles, these truffles are perfect for any occasion, especially during the holidays. Easy to make with just a few ingredients, they are perfect for gifting or adding to your festive dessert table. These delightful sugar cookie truffles are as simple to prepare as they are delicious!
Ingredients
- 2 cups (240g) sugar cookie crumbs (about 10–12 cookies)
- 4 oz (113g) cream cheese, room temperature
- 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract (optional)
- 10 oz (283g) vanilla melting wafers
- Holiday sprinkles
- 1/8 cup reserved melting wafers for drizzle
Instructions
- Line a large baking sheet with parchment or wax paper.
- Process sugar cookies in a food processor until fine crumbs form.
- In a mixing bowl, combine cookie crumbs and softened cream cheese. Mix until the mixture holds together.
- Roll 1 tablespoon portions into balls and place on the prepared baking sheet.
- Freeze for 15-20 minutes until firm.
- Meanwhile, melt the vanilla melting wafers in the microwave, heating in 30-second intervals, stirring until smooth.
- Use a fork to dip each chilled truffle into the melted coating. Tap the fork to remove excess coating, scraping the bottom of the fork on the edge of the bowl.
- Place truffles back on the baking sheet and add sprinkles immediately.
- Refrigerate truffles for 5 minutes to set the coating.
- Drizzle the remaining melted coating over the truffles.
- Let the truffles cool completely before serving.
Notes
- Storage: Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
- Freezing: Freeze in a freezer-safe container for up to 1 month. Thaw overnight in the refrigerator.
- Dipping Coating Alternatives: You can use milk or dark chocolate melting wafers instead of vanilla for different flavor options.
- Flavor Variations: Add 1/4 teaspoon almond extract for a nutty flavor or customize with other extracts like lemon or cinnamon.
- Sprinkles: Customize the look of these truffles with different colored sprinkles for holidays or themes.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American
