Description
These Chocolate Cherry Cheesecake Truffles are a delightful treat combining rich chocolate and tangy cherries.
Ingredients
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- 8 oz Cream Cheese, softened
- 1 cup Powdered Sugar
- 1 tsp Vanilla Extract
- 1 cup Dried Cherries, chopped
- 1/2 cup Graham Crackers, crushed (optional)
- 1 cup Semi-Sweet Chocolate Chips
- 1 tbsp Coconut Oil
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, combine the softened cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract.
- Add the chopped cherries and graham crackers (if using) to the mixture and stir until combined.
- Chill the mixture in the refrigerator for about 30 minutes.
- Once chilled, scoop out small portions and roll them into balls.
- Melt the chocolate chips and coconut oil together in a microwave or double boiler.
- Dip each truffle into the melted chocolate, ensuring it is fully coated.
- Place the coated truffles on a parchment-lined tray and let them set in the fridge.
Notes
- Store truffles in the refrigerator for up to one week.
- For a fun twist, try using different types of dried fruit.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 truffle
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 13g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
Keywords: Chocolate Cherry Cheesecake Truffles, dessert, truffles, chocolate, cherries