No-Bake Snowman Truffles Recipe

Introduction

These No-Bake Snowman Truffles are a delightful and festive treat perfect for winter gatherings. Made with creamy dairy-free white chocolate and crunchy cookies, they are easy to assemble and fun to decorate. Enjoy creating these adorable little snowmen that taste as good as they look!

Ingredients

• 150g golden Oreo cookies (or plain / gluten-free biscuits)
• 60g vegan or dairy-free cream cheese
• 200g dairy-free white chocolate
• Black food gel
• Orange food gel
• Strawberry laces or candy pencils (for the scarf)

Instructions

1. Step 1: Line a baking tray with greaseproof paper and set aside.
2. Step 2: Place the cookies in a food processor or blender and pulse until crumb-like. If you don’t have a processor, crush them with a rolling pin.
3. Step 3: Transfer the cookie crumbs to a large bowl and add the dairy-free cream cheese. Mix until fully combined and the mixture is sticky enough to hold its shape when formed into balls.
4. Step 4: With clean hands, shape 20g of the mixture into a ball for the snowman’s body. Then roll 7g into a smaller ball for the head. Place the smaller ball on top of the larger one to form a snowman. Repeat with the remaining mixture and place all snowmen on the lined tray.
5. Step 5: Freeze the tray for about 20 minutes or until the truffles are firm to the touch.
6. Step 6: While the truffles chill, melt the dairy-free white chocolate using a bain-marie or microwave until smooth.
7. Step 7: Remove the snowmen from the freezer and dip each one into the melted white chocolate. Use a toothpick or fork to help coat them evenly. Allow excess chocolate to drip back into the bowl. Apply a second coat if desired.
8. Step 8: Return the coated truffles to the lined tray and freeze for 5-10 minutes to set the chocolate.
9. Step 9: Prepare decorations by coloring some leftover white chocolate black and orange with food gels. Transfer each color into a piping bag and snip off the tip.
10. Step 10: Pipe an orange carrot nose on each snowman, then add black eyes, mouth, and buttons.
11. Step 11: Cut strawberry laces to size and wrap them around the snowmen’s necks as scarves. Use a little melted white chocolate to secure if needed.
12. Step 12: Place the decorated truffles back in the freezer for 5 minutes to set the decorations, then serve and enjoy.

Tips & Variations

• Use gluten-free biscuits or favorite flavored cookies to customize the truffles.
• Skip the food gel and decorate with edible markers or colored sugar pearls for a different look.
• If you prefer, dip the truffles in vegan milk chocolate instead of white chocolate.
• For extra stability, chill the assembled snowmen in the fridge before coating in chocolate.

Storage

Store the snowman truffles in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days. For longer storage, keep them in the freezer for up to 2 weeks. When ready to serve, let them thaw in the fridge for 30 minutes. Avoid room temperature storage to prevent melting and decoration damage.

How to Serve

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I use regular cream cheese instead of dairy-free?

Yes, regular cream cheese works well if you are not avoiding dairy. The texture and taste will be similar, but the recipe as written is perfect for a dairy-free option.

How do I prevent the chocolate coating from cracking?

Make sure to coat the truffles evenly and avoid very thick layers that can become brittle. Also, allow the white chocolate to cool slightly before dipping to prevent cracking when it sets quickly on the cold truffles.

No-Bake Snowman Truffles Recipe

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These delightful No-Bake Snowman Truffles are a festive and fun treat perfect for winter celebrations. Made from golden Oreo cookies and dairy-free cream cheese, coated in creamy dairy-free white chocolate, and decorated with colorful food gel and strawberry lace scarves, these charming snowmen require no baking and are quick to prepare. Ideal for vegan and dairy-free diets, they offer a sweet, creamy, and crunchy bite that brings holiday magic to any occasion.

• Author: Isabella
• Prep Time: 15 minutes
• Cook Time: 0 minutes
• Total Time: 40 minutes
• Yield: Approximately 15 snowman truffles 1x
• Category: Dessert
• Method: No-Cook
• Cuisine: Western
• Diet: Vegan

Ingredients

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Base Ingredients

• 150g golden Oreo cookies (or plain / gluten-free biscuits)
• 60g vegan / dairy-free cream cheese

Coating

• 200g dairy-free white chocolate

Decorations

• Black food gel
• Orange food gel
• Strawberry laces / candy pencils (for the scarf)

Instructions

1. Prepare the Tray: Line a baking tray with greaseproof paper and set aside to keep the truffles from sticking later.
2. Crush the Cookies: Place the cookies in a food processor or blender and pulse until crumb-like. Alternatively, crush them using a rolling pin in a sealed bag if no electric mixer is available.
3. Mix with Cream Cheese: Transfer cookie crumbs to a large bowl and add the dairy-free cream cheese. Mix thoroughly until the mixture is sticky and holds shape when squeezed into balls.
4. Form Snowman Shapes: Using clean hands, weigh out 20g of the mixture for the larger ball and 7g for the smaller ball. Roll into balls and stack the smaller ball on top of the larger one to form snowmen. Place on the prepared tray. Repeat for the remaining mixture.
5. Freeze to Set: Place the tray in the freezer for about 20 minutes or until the snowmen are firm to touch.
6. Melt the Chocolate: About 5 minutes before the snowmen are ready, melt the dairy-free white chocolate in a bowl over a saucepan of simmering water (bain-marie) or in short bursts in the microwave until smooth.
7. Coat the Snowmen: Remove the snowmen from the freezer. Using a toothpick or fork, dip them into the melted white chocolate to coat fully. Allow excess chocolate to drip off. For a thicker coating, repeat dipping once more. Place coated snowmen back on the lined tray.
8. Set the Coating: Return the tray to the freezer for 5-10 minutes to set the chocolate coating quickly.
9. Prepare Decorations: Color some leftover white chocolate with black and orange food gels. Transfer each into piping bags fitted with small tips for detailed decoration.
10. Decorate Snowmen: Pipe orange ‘carrot noses’ on each snowman, then add black eyes, mouths, and buttons with black chocolate. Cut strawberry laces to size and wrap them around the snowmen’s necks as scarves, using a small amount of melted white chocolate to secure if needed.
11. Final Setting: Place the decorated truffles back into the freezer for an additional 5 minutes to set the decorations firmly.
12. Serve: Remove from freezer briefly before serving as a charming winter treat.

Notes

• The recipe is fully no-bake, perfect for quick holiday treats without using the oven.
• Golden Oreo cookies can be substituted with plain or gluten-free biscuits for dietary needs.
• Ensure cream cheese and white chocolate are dairy-free if a vegan version is desired.
• Use a piping bag with a fine tip for precise decoration details.
• Keep the truffles refrigerated or frozen until serving to maintain shape and freshness.

Keywords: No-Bake, Snowman Truffles, Vegan Dessert, Dairy-Free, Holiday Treats, White Chocolate, Christmas Snacks