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No Bake Chocolate Cream Cheese Truffles make dessert feel effortless.
They’re rich, creamy, and full of chocolate flavor with a smooth, melt-in-your-mouth texture. I love making these for Christmas because they’re great for gifting or adding to a holiday dessert tray.
When I need a lazy dessert that still feels homemade, this is my go-to.
The truffles chill in the fridge until firm, so there’s no stress and no baking involved. You can roll them in cocoa, powdered sugar, or sprinkles to fit any occasion.
Simple to make, easy to store, and always a crowd favorite.
Why You’ll Love This No Bake Chocolate Cream Cheese Truffles
Short ingredient list
Only four pantry basics keep this recipe simple and affordable.
No oven required
Great for warm days or quick prep when you want dessert without baking.
Make ahead friendly
Chill time builds structure, so the texture improves as they rest.
Easy to customize
Roll in cocoa, powdered sugar, sprinkles, or finely chopped nuts for different finishes.
Giftable and portable
Neat bite-size portions pack well for parties or boxes.
Ingredient Substitutions
Cream cheese
Use regular cream cheese or Neufchâtel with similar results.
Cocoa powder
Natural or Dutch-process cocoa both work. Dutch-process gives a smoother, less sharp cocoa taste.
Vanilla extract
Swap in almond extract for a different flavor. Start with ¼ teaspoon and adjust to taste.
Powdered sugar
Confectioners’ sugar and powdered sugar are the same. Either is fine.
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No Bake Chocolate Cream Cheese Truffles
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Ingredients
- ½ cup unsweetened cocoa
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- ½ cup low-fat cream cheese at room temperature
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
- 10 ounces semisweet chocolate chips (or milk chocolate chips)
- 2 ounces white chocolate (for drizzling) optional
- 2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder (for dusting) optional
Instructions
- Line a cookie sheet with wax paper and lightly dust the paper with a little cocoa.
- In a medium mixing bowl, add cocoa, powdered sugar, cream cheese, and vanilla.
- Using an electric mixer, beat until smooth and thick.
- Using a measuring spoon, drop rounded teaspoons of the mixture onto the prepared sheet.
- Using clean hands, roll each portion into a smooth ball.
- Place the tray in the refrigerator and chill for 2 hours, or until firm.
For the Coating (If using):
- In a microwave-safe bowl, melt the semisweet (or milk) chocolate in 20-second bursts, stirring between each, until smooth.
- Using a fork, dip each chilled truffle into the melted chocolate, letting the excess drip off. Return them to the parchment-lined tray. For variety, leave some undipped and roll them in cocoa powder instead.
- Melt the white chocolate and drizzle it over the coated truffles using a spoon or piping bag. Chill again for about 15–20 minutes, until the chocolate shell hardens.
- Store truffles in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week.
Notes
Tips and Tricks
Room-Temperature Cream Cheese – Soften the cream cheese before mixing. Cold cream cheese forms lumps and makes the dough grainy. Prevent Sticking – Lightly dust the wax paper with cocoa or powdered sugar so scooped portions release easily. Portioning – Use a level teaspoon or a small cookie scoop for even pieces that chill at the same rate. Clean Rolling – Lightly coat hands with a pinch of cocoa or powdered sugar to keep the mixture from sticking while you roll. Coating Options – Roll the chilled truffles in cocoa, powdered sugar, finely chopped nuts, toasted coconut, or crushed wafer cookies. Storage – Place truffles in a single layer in an airtight container and refrigerate up to 5 days. For longer storage, freeze up to 2 months and thaw in the refrigerator. Serving – For the best texture, set the truffles out for 5 to 10 minutes before serving so the centers soften slightly.Nutrition
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