Decadent Peppermint Oreo Truffles for Festive Treats
Peppermint Oreo Truffles made approachable with clear cues, pantry staples, and flexible swaps.
Ingredients
- 24 Oreo cookies
- 8 oz cream cheese softened
- 1/2 teaspoon peppermint extract
- 12 oz dark or semisweet chocolate chips
- Crushed peppermint candies or candy canes for garnish
Instructions
- Crush the Oreo cookies until finely ground.
- Combine crushed Oreos with softened cream cheese and peppermint extract.
- Chill the mixture until firm, about 30 minutes.
- Form the mixture into small balls.
- Melt the chocolate chips in a microwave or double boiler until smooth.
- Dip each truffle in the melted chocolate, ensuring full coverage.
- Sprinkle crushed peppermint on top before the chocolate hardens.
- Let the truffles set at room temperature or refrigerate until firm.