Spiced Gingerbread Truffles Treat (Print)
Creamy gingerbread truffles with warm spices and rich chocolate coating.
# Ingredients:
→ Gingerbread Truffle Base
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1 cup finely crushed gingerbread cookies
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1 cup cream cheese, softened
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1 cup powdered sugar
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1 teaspoon ground ginger
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1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
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1 teaspoon ground nutmeg
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1 teaspoon ground cloves
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1 tablespoon molasses
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1 teaspoon vanilla extract
→ Chocolate Coating
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1 ounce semisweet chocolate, chopped
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1 tablespoon coconut oil (optional)
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Extra crushed gingerbread cookies or cocoa powder (optional for rolling)
# Directions:
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Place store-bought gingerbread cookies in a food processor and pulse until fine crumbs are achieved, or crush them in a zip-top bag using a rolling pin.
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In a medium mixing bowl, combine the crushed gingerbread cookies with softened cream cheese. Mix until smooth and well incorporated.
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Add powdered sugar, ground ginger, ground cinnamon, ground nutmeg, ground cloves, molasses, and vanilla extract to the bowl. Stir until fully combined and smooth. The mixture should be pliable but firm enough to hold its shape.
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Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for about 30 minutes or until the mixture is firm enough to handle.
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Use a cookie scoop or your hands to portion out small amounts of the mixture, rolling them into balls about 1 inch in diameter. Place the truffles onto a parchment-lined baking sheet.
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In a microwave-safe bowl, combine chopped semisweet chocolate and coconut oil (if using). Microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring between each interval, until the chocolate is completely melted and smooth.
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Remove the truffles from the refrigerator. Using a fork or toothpick, dip each truffle into the melted chocolate, ensuring they are fully coated. Allow any excess chocolate to drip off.
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Return coated truffles to the parchment-lined baking sheet. If desired, sprinkle the tops with extra crushed gingerbread cookies or cocoa powder before the chocolate sets.
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Place the baking sheet in the refrigerator for about 30 minutes to allow the chocolate coating to harden completely.
# Notes:
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Ensure the truffle mixture is chilled thoroughly before shaping to avoid stickiness.