Creamy Andes Mint Chocolate Truffles Recipe
These creamy Andes Mint Chocolate Truffles combine smooth cream cheese, rich melted chocolate, and refreshing Andes mints into bite-sized indulgences perfect for any chocolate lover. The truffles are coated in silky milk chocolate and decorated with chopped Andes mints or green white chocolate drizzles, creating a festive and elegant treat.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 10 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 30 truffles 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-bake, chilling, dipping
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients
- 8 ounces softened cream cheese
- 2 cups semisweet chocolate chips
- 1/4 cup chopped Andes mints
- 2 cups powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon peppermint essence
Coating and Decoration
- 1 package of chocolate melting wafers (milk chocolate)
- 1/2 cup chopped Andes mints for topping
- 1 cup white chocolate melting wafers, colored green, for decoration
Instructions
- Prepare the Cream Cheese Mixture: In a large mixing bowl, combine the softened cream cheese and powdered sugar. Add the peppermint essence and mix until smooth and well blended to create the creamy base for the truffles.
- Melt the Chocolate and Mix: Melt semisweet chocolate chips and the 1/4 cup chopped Andes mints by microwaving at 50% power in 30-second bursts, stirring after each burst until smooth. Pour this melted chocolate mixture into the cream cheese mixture and beat until thoroughly combined and smooth.
- Chill the Filling: Transfer the chocolate mixture onto plastic wrap and form it into a tight log shape. Refrigerate for 45 minutes to allow the mixture to firm up for shaping.
- Shape the Truffles: Once chilled, roll the firm mixture into one-inch balls. Place the balls onto a baking tray lined with parchment paper, spacing them to avoid sticking.
- Coat with Chocolate: Melt the milk chocolate melting wafers in the microwave in 30-second bursts at 50% power. Keep the melted chocolate warm by placing the bowl over steaming water. Dip each truffle ball into the melted chocolate using a fork to ensure full coverage, then gently shake off excess and return to parchment paper.
- Garnish and Finish: Immediately after dipping, sprinkle chopped Andes mints on top of each truffle for garnish. Alternatively, after all truffles are dipped, drizzle melted green-colored white chocolate over them for a decorative finish. Allow truffles to set completely before serving.
Notes
- The peppermint essence can be adjusted according to taste for a stronger or milder mint flavor.
- Use parchment paper or silicone mats to prevent truffles from sticking while setting.
- To color white chocolate, you can melt it and add green oil-based food coloring for best results.
- Store truffles in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week.
- For a firmer coating, double dip the truffles in chocolate and allow to fully set between dips.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 truffle (approx. 20g)
- Calories: 110 kcal
- Sugar: 12 g
- Sodium: 25 mg
- Fat: 7 g
- Saturated Fat: 4 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2.5 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 11 g
- Fiber: 0.5 g
- Protein: 1.2 g
- Cholesterol: 15 mg
Keywords: mint chocolate truffles, Andes mints, creamy chocolate truffles, no bake truffles, peppermint truffles, holiday chocolates, chocolate candy
