How to Make Dark Chocolate Mint Truffles - A Step-by-Step Guide

There's something undeniably indulgent about a rich, dark chocolate truffle. And when you add a pop of refreshing mint flavor to the mix, you've got a winning combination that's sure to please any chocolate lover. These Dark Chocolate Mint Truffles are the perfect treat for special occasions, holiday gatherings, or just when you're craving something sweet and decadent.

Making truffles at home may seem intimidating, but it's actually quite simple. With just a few ingredients and a litt...

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Ingredients

  • 1 (15.25 ounce) package mint-flavored, cream-filled sandwich cookies (such as Oreo®)
  • 1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese, softened
  • 16 ounces dark chocolate chips
  • ½ teaspoon peppermint extract
  • 7 small peppermint candy canes, crushed, or more as needed

Information

  • Prep Time: 40 mins
  • Cook Time: 5 mins
  • Additional Time: 2 hrs
  • Total Time: 2 hrs 45 mins
  • Servings: 42
  • Yield: 42 truffles

  • Put entire bag of cookies in the bowl of a food processor and pulse to a fine crumb consistency. Transfer to a large bowl.
  • Add cream cheese and mix until well combined. Roll into 1-inch balls. Chill in the refrigerator for 1 hour.
  • Place chocolate chips in a microwave-safe bowl. Microwave on high power for 1 minute. Stir, then repeat in 1-minute increments until melted and smooth. Mix in peppermint extract.
  • Drop chilled balls in the chocolate to coat, let any excess drip off, and place on waxed paper. Sprinkle crushed candy canes over wet chocolate. Return to the refrigerator until chocolate sets, about 1 hour.
  • Nutrition

    120 cal.

    • Total Fat: 7g
    • Saturated Fat: 4g
    • Cholesterol: 6mg
    • Sodium: 67mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 15g
    • Dietary Fiber: 1g
    • Total Sugars: 8g
    • Protein: 1g
    • Calcium: 9mg
    • Iron: 1mg
    • Potassium: 26mg