The very first time I made these Christmas Present Truffles, my whole kitchen smelled like sweet cream cheese frosting mixed with warm cocoa, and the festive colors instantly lifted my holiday spirit. As I crushed the red velvet Oreos and blended them into the velvety cream cheese mixture, I felt like I was unwrapping my own little kitchen surprise. Then, when I dipped each chilled truffle into shiny green candy melts and drizzled them with red and white “ribbons,” the little treats truly looked like tiny edible presents. They were such a joy to make that I’ve been hooked ever since.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
You’ll love this recipe because it turns simple ingredients into adorable, gift-worthy holiday treats that look impressive but require almost no baking skill, all while delivering that rich, creamy, melt-in-your-mouth Oreo truffle experience everyone loves.
Ingredients
- 22 chocolate sandwich cookies
- 22 red velvet Oreo cookies
- 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 10 ounces red candy melts
- 10 ounces white candy melts
- 10 ounces green candy melts
When choosing candy melts, I’ve found that certain brands melt smoother and coat more evenly—Ghirardelli and Wilton tend to work beautifully. The mix of chocolate cookies and red velvet cookies gives these truffles an intense flavor and that gorgeous deep red center when you bite in. Cream cheese is the binder that creates the soft, fudgy interior. Candy melts add vibrant holiday colors that set quickly and don’t require the delicate tempering that chocolate does. You can adjust the color combos, but this trio gives the perfect Christmas present look.
Equipment Needed
- Food processor or zip-top bag with a rolling pin
- Mixing bowl
- Rubber spatula
- Baking sheet
- Parchment paper
- Microwave-safe bowls
- Fork or dipping tool
A food processor makes crushing the cookies effortless, but I’ve used the rolling-pin method plenty of times when mine was already in use. Parchment paper is essential for preventing sticking, especially once the truffles are dipped in candy melts. A rubber spatula helps blend the cream cheese smoothly into the crumbs. The microwave-safe bowls give you perfect control over melting each color of candy. A fork or dipping tool helps lift each truffle from the chocolate while letting the excess drip off easily.
Step-by-Step Instructions
When I begin making these Christmas Present Truffles, I always start by crushing the cookies into fine crumbs. I love using my food processor because the deep red from the red velvet Oreos blends so beautifully with the chocolate cookies, creating a rich, velvety crumb that already feels festive. As soon as the crumbs are smooth, I add the softened cream cheese and blend until everything becomes a thick, dough-like mixture that smells like a decadent slice of red velvet cheesecake. This step feels incredibly satisfying because the mixture transforms in just seconds.
Once the dough comes together, I roll it into small truffle-sized balls. I aim for about one tablespoon of mixture per ball, which gives me perfectly sized treats that aren’t too heavy but still feel indulgent. I place each truffle onto a parchment-lined baking sheet. The mixture is soft at this stage, so I always freeze the truffles for about 15–20 minutes. Chilling them helps them firm up enough to dip into the warm candy melts without losing their shape or falling off the fork.
While the truffles chill, I melt each color of candy melts in separate microwave-safe bowls. I heat them in 25-second intervals, stirring in between until they become perfectly smooth and glossy. Green is my favorite for coating the actual truffle because it gives that classic Christmas gift wrapping feel. Red and white I save for the ribbons and bows. As each color melts, the sweet scent of the candy fills the kitchen, adding to the holiday magic.(See the next page below to continue…)