Description
These No-Bake Thin Mint Cookie Truffles are a quick, decadent treat featuring crushed Thin Mint cookies and cream cheese, dipped in chocolate for the ultimate minty dessert. Perfect for parties, holidays, or gifting!
Ingredients
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- 1 box (9 oz or 255 g) Thin Mint cookies (or similar mint chocolate cookies)
- 4 oz (115 g) cream cheese, softened
- 8 oz (225 g) semi-sweet or dark chocolate, melted
- 1/4 cup (40 g) crushed Thin Mint cookies, sprinkles, or white chocolate drizzle for garnish (optional)
Instructions
1. Crush the Cookies:
- Add the Thin Mint cookies to a food processor and pulse until fine crumbs form. Reserve 2 tablespoons of crumbs for garnish if desired.
2. Combine with Cream Cheese:
- Add the softened cream cheese to the food processor and blend with the cookie crumbs until the mixture forms a smooth dough.
3. Shape the Truffles:
- Scoop 1 tablespoon of the mixture and roll it into a ball using your hands. Place the truffles on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Repeat until all the mixture is used.
- Chill the truffles in the refrigerator for 30 minutes or until firm.
4. Dip in Chocolate:
- Melt the chocolate in a microwave-safe bowl in 20-30 second intervals, stirring between each, until smooth.
- Dip each chilled truffle into the melted chocolate, ensuring it’s fully coated. Use a fork to lift the truffle out, allowing excess chocolate to drip off.
- Place the coated truffles back onto the parchment-lined baking sheet.
5. Garnish and Set:
- Sprinkle the reserved cookie crumbs or sprinkles on top of each truffle while the chocolate is still wet.
- Refrigerate for 20 minutes, or until the chocolate is fully set.
6. Serve:
- Serve chilled or at room temperature. Enjoy these minty, chocolatey bites!
Notes
- Store the truffles in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 1 week or freeze for up to 3 months.
- For a colorful touch, use white chocolate or green-tinted candy melts for dipping.
- Add a splash of peppermint extract to the mixture for an extra minty kick.