Peppermint Crunch Oreo Truffles
posted in All on 11/17/2013
Peppermint Crunch Oreo Truffles
Prep Time: 45 minutes
Yield: 40 truffles
Oreo truffles get a fun holiday twist when Andes peppermint crunch pieces are added.
Prep Time: 45 minutes
Yield: 40 truffles
Oreo truffles get a fun holiday twist when Andes peppermint crunch pieces are added.
Ingredients
1 package Oreo cookies, crushed
1 package cream cheese (8 oz.)
2 cups Andes peppermint crunch pieces, divided
10 ounces white melting chocolate (CandiQuik)
1 1/2 teaspoons shortening
holiday sprinkles
Instructions
Combine the crushed cookies and cream cheese in a mixing bowl. Beat until a soft dough forms. Stir in 1 3/4 cups Andes peppermint pieces. Roll into 40 balls. Place in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes.
Combine the crushed cookies and cream cheese in a mixing bowl. Beat until a soft dough forms. Stir in 1 3/4 cups Andes peppermint pieces. Roll into 40 balls. Place in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes.
Place the white melting chocolate and 1 teaspoon shortening in a microwave safe bowl. Heat for 1 minute. Stir until creamy. Dip the Oreo balls into the chocolate using a toothpick. Set on wax paper until set.
Heat the extra 1/4 cup peppermint pieces and 1/2 tsp. shortening in the microwave for 30 seconds. Stir until creamy. Place in a ziplock bag with one corner cut off. Drizzle over the Oreo truffles and top with sprinkles. Keep refrigerated in a sealed container. Makes 40 truffles.
*If you can't find the Andes peppermint crunch pieces, feel free to substitute Andes mint baking chips.
