Gingerbread truffles are the ultimate festive indulgence, perfect for sharing during the holidays. These bite-sized delights combine the warm spices of traditional gingerbread with a smooth, creamy filling, all coated in a luscious layer of chocolate. Whether you’re prepping for a cookie exchange, gifting homemade sweets, or just treating yourself, these truffles offer all the nostalgic flavors of the season in one satisfying bite.
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Why You’ll Love This Recipe
- 🎄 Classic Holiday Flavors – All the warming spices of gingerbread in a smooth, chocolate-covered treat.
- 👨👩👧👦 Kid-Friendly – Fun for kids to help roll and decorate (skip the hot chocolate dipping step for safety).
- 💸 Budget-Friendly – Uses pantry staples and makes nearly 50 truffles per batch.
- 🎁 Great for Gifting – Pack them in holiday tins or boxes for thoughtful homemade gifts.
- ❄️ Freezer-Friendly – Make them ahead and freeze for stress-free holiday prep.
Ingredients
- 20 ounces crisp gingersnap cookies
- 16 ounces cream cheese, softened (brick-style)
- ½ teaspoon ground ginger
- ½ teaspoon ground cloves
- ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
- ¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 3 cups milk chocolate chips (or use dark/semi-sweet, if preferred)
Instructions
- Crush the Cookies
In a food processor, pulse the gingersnap cookies with ginger, cloves, cinnamon, and nutmeg until you get fine crumbs. Reserve ½ cup of crumbs for topping. - Mix with Cream Cheese
Add the softened cream cheese to the food processor and pulse until fully combined and a dough forms. - Chill the Dough
Scoop the mixture into a bowl, cover, and refrigerate for 30 minutes. - Shape into Balls
Using a small cookie scoop or spoon, roll the dough into 1-inch balls. Place them on a parchment-lined tray and chill for 1 hour. - Melt the Chocolate
In a microwave-safe bowl, melt the chocolate chips in 15-second bursts, stirring in between, until smooth. - Dip and Decorate
Using a toothpick, dip each chilled ball into the melted chocolate, covering completely. Return to tray and immediately sprinkle with reserved crumbs. - Set and Store
Refrigerate the dipped truffles for another hour until fully set. Store in an airtight container in the fridge or freezer.
Recipe Details
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Servings: 48 truffles
Nutrition Facts (Per Serving)
- Calories: 138
- Carbs: 17g
- Protein: 1g
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Cholesterol: 12mg
- Sodium: 97mg
- Sugar: 9g
- Calcium: 31mg
- Iron: 0.9mg
Tips & Variations
- Use Crisp Cookies: Avoid soft cookies—they’ll make the mixture too wet.
- Flavor Boost: Add a splash of vanilla or a pinch of salt for extra depth.
- White Chocolate Version: Swap the milk chocolate with white chocolate for a sweet twist.
- Decorative Toppings: Try crushed candy canes, holiday sprinkles, or drizzled white chocolate.
- Storage: Best kept refrigerated for up to 7 days or frozen for 3 months.
Gingerbread Truffles
Equipment
- Food processor
- Mixing bowl
- Cookie scoop
- Baking tray
- Parchment paper
- Microwave-safe bowl
Ingredients
- 20 oz gingersnap cookies
- 16 oz brick-style cream cheese softened
- ½ tsp ground ginger
- ½ tsp ground cloves
- ½ tsp ground cinnamon
- ¼ tsp ground nutmeg
- 3 cups chocolate chips milk, semi-sweet, or dark
Instructions
- Pulse cookies and spices into fine crumbs. Reserve ½ cup for topping.
- Add cream cheese, blend until combined. Chill 30 minutes.
- Roll into balls. Chill 1 hour.
- Melt chocolate and dip each ball.
- Sprinkle with crumbs. Chill again to set.
- Summary
- Soft, spiced truffles coated in chocolate make this the ultimate no-bake holiday treat.
Notes
FAQs
Can I use homemade gingersnap cookies?
Yes, just make sure they’re firm and crispy, not soft.
What chocolate is best for dipping?
Milk chocolate gives a classic taste, but semi-sweet or dark works great too.
How do I prevent the truffles from cracking?
Make sure they’re fully chilled before dipping, and that the melted chocolate isn’t too hot.
Are these gluten-free?
Only if your gingersnap cookies are gluten-free.
Conclusion
Gingerbread truffles are the kind of treat that disappears fast—so make a double batch if you’re planning to share! They’re easy, festive, and absolutely irresistible. Whether you’re gifting, celebrating, or just craving something cozy and sweet, these truffles bring joy with every bite.