White Chocolate Orange Creamsicle Truffles Recipe
These White Chocolate Orange Creamsicle Truffles are luscious, creamy treats combining the sweetness of white chocolate with bright, zesty orange flavor. Cream cheese adds a smooth, velvety texture reminiscent of a classic creamsicle, while optional coatings like sanding sugar or extra white chocolate provide a delightful finishing touch. Perfect as a refreshing dessert bite or a festive gift, these no-bake truffles are easy to make and irresistibly delicious.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 55 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 20 truffles 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
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
- Prepare the white chocolate: Chop the white chocolate into small pieces to ensure even melting. Melt it gently using a double boiler or microwave in short bursts, stirring frequently to avoid burning.
- Mix cream cheese and flavorings: In a mixing bowl, combine the softened cream cheese with the 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 and cream cheese mix: Let the melted white chocolate cool slightly so it does not cook the cream cheese. Gradually stir it into the cream cheese mixture until fully incorporated and smooth.
- Chill the truffle mixture: Cover the mixture and refrigerate it for 1 hour or until it becomes firm enough to shape into balls.
- Form the truffles: Use your hands or a cookie scoop to portion and roll the chilled mixture into small, round balls.
- Decorate the truffles: If desired, dip each truffle in additional melted white chocolate or roll them in orange sanding sugar to add texture and extra flavor.
- Final chilling: Place the decorated truffles back in the fridge for 30 minutes to set completely before serving.
Notes
- Use softened cream cheese at room temperature for easier mixing and smoother texture.
- For intense orange flavor, zest the orange finely and avoid using the bitter white pith.
- Melting chocolate gently is crucial to avoid seizing; a double boiler works best.
- Store truffles in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week.
- Allow truffles to sit at room temperature for a few minutes before serving to enhance flavor and texture.
- For a dairy-free option, substitute cream cheese with a plant-based cream cheese alternative.
Keywords: white chocolate truffles, orange creamsicle, no-bake dessert, cream cheese truffles, citrus sweets
