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Oreo Mint Chocolate Truffles Recipe

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  • Author: Sara
  • Total Time: 1 hour
  • Yield: 36 servings
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

Delight in these Oreo Mint Chocolate Truffles, a perfect blend of minty Oreo cookie crumbs and creamy cheese coated in decadent semi-sweet chocolate with a festive drizzle of green white chocolate. Easy to make and perfect for parties or holiday treats, these truffles offer a refreshing mint flavor paired with smooth chocolate in bite-sized indulgence.

Ingredients

Base

  • 36 mint Oreo cookies
  • 8 ounces cream cheese, softened

Chocolate Coating

  • 2 1/2 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips
  • 6 teaspoons coconut oil, divided
  • 1 teaspoon mint extract (or peppermint extract)

White Chocolate Drizzle

  • 1/2 cup white chocolate chips (or green candy melts)
  • 2 teaspoons coconut oil
  • 6 drops green food coloring

Optional Decoration

  • Green and brown jimmie sprinkles

Instructions

  1. Prepare Cookie Base: Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Place the mint Oreo cookies into a food processor and pulse until fine crumbs form. If you do not have a food processor, place cookies in a sealed plastic bag and crush with a rolling pin until finely ground.
  2. Mix with Cream Cheese: Transfer cookie crumbs to a mixing bowl. Add the softened cream cheese and mix thoroughly with a silicone spatula until the mixture resembles dough. Avoid mixing in the food processor to prevent the mixture from becoming too liquidy.
  3. Form Truffles: Using about one tablespoon of dough each, roll the mixture into balls. Place each truffle on the prepared baking sheet ensuring they do not touch. Freeze the truffles for at least 15 minutes to firm up.
  4. Melt Semi-Sweet Chocolate: In a heatproof bowl, combine semi-sweet chocolate chips and 6 teaspoons (2 tablespoons) of coconut oil. Microwave at half power for one minute, then stir. Continue microwaving in 30-second increments, stirring after each, until smooth. Stir in the mint extract to infuse flavor.
  5. Coat Truffles: Using a fork, dip each truffle into the melted chocolate, allowing excess chocolate to drip off. Place each coated truffle back onto the parchment paper without touching each other.
  6. Melt White Chocolate and Coconut Oil: In separate heatproof bowls, place the white chocolate chips and 2 teaspoons coconut oil. Microwave each bowl at half power for one minute, stirring after each interval. Continue heating in 30-second bursts until both are smooth and coconut oil is fully melted.
  7. Color the Drizzle: Add 6 drops of green food coloring to the melted coconut oil and mix well. Pour this colored coconut oil into the bowl with melted white chocolate and stir thoroughly to combine the green tint evenly.
  8. Drizzle and Decorate: Transfer the green-colored white chocolate into a zip-top bag and snip one corner. Drizzle the green chocolate over the truffles. If desired, immediately sprinkle green and brown jimmies on top for decoration.
  9. Set the Truffles: Place the decorated truffles in the freezer for 15 minutes to allow the chocolate to harden completely. Serve chilled and enjoy your mint chocolate Oreo truffles!

Notes

  • If a food processor is unavailable, place the Oreo cookies in a heavy-duty plastic bag and crush finely with a rolling pin.
  • The cream cheese should be softened to room temperature for easy mixing.
  • Mint extract can be substituted with peppermint extract for a stronger mint flavor.
  • Using coconut oil helps create a smooth chocolate coating and adds shine.
  • Store leftover truffles in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week.
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: No-Cook
  • Cuisine: American

Find it online: https://sarabaking.com/oreo-mint-chocolate-truffles-recipe/