Decadent Dark Chocolate Cheesecake Truffles
These Decadent Dark Chocolate Cheesecake Truffles are rich, creamy, and easy to make, featuring a luscious cheesecake and Oreo filling coated in dark chocolate. Perfect for a sweet treat or special occasion.
Equipment
- electric mixer
- medium bowl
- baking sheet
- parchment paper
Ingredients
Truffle Base
- 8 ounces full-fat cream cheese softened
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup finely crushed Oreo cookies for the base
Coating
- 10 ounces dark chocolate chips or baking bar, melted
- White chocolate optional, for drizzling
Instructions
Preparation
- In a medium bowl, beat the softened cream cheese with an electric mixer until it is smooth and creamy.
- Gradually add the powdered sugar and mix until fully incorporated with no lumps, then stir in the vanilla extract.
- Fold in the finely crushed Oreo cookies until they are just combined with the cream cheese mixture.
Shaping and Chilling
- Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes, or until the mixture is firm enough to roll.
- Line a baking sheet with parchment paper, then scoop out a tablespoon of the mixture and roll it into a smooth ball. Place the truffles on the prepared baking sheet.
- Refrigerate the truffles for another 15-20 minutes while you prepare the coatings.
Coating
- Melt the dark chocolate according to package directions, then dip each chilled truffle into the melted chocolate, allowing excess to drip off, and return to the baking sheet.
- If desired, melt a small amount of white chocolate and drizzle it over the set dark chocolate truffles for decoration.
- Return the truffles to the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes, or until the chocolate coating is completely set.
Notes
For best results, ensure your cream cheese is well softened to avoid lumps. When rolling, work quickly to prevent the mixture from becoming too warm. Feel free to experiment with different types of cookies for the base, or add a pinch of salt to balance the sweetness.