Easy No-Bake Chocolate Cream Cheese Truffles
Rich chocolate truffles made with cream cheese for extra smoothness and tang. These no-bake confections combine melted chocolate chips with sweetened cream cheese, then get rolled in crushed nuts for texture. Perfect for parties, gifts, or satisfying chocolate cravings without turning on the oven. The cream cheese creates a lighter, fluffier texture than traditional butter-based truffles while keeping them indulgent.
Ingredients
Instructions
- 1
Add water to bottom of double boiler and place over medium-high heat to bring to simmer
- 2
Place chocolate chips in top of double boiler and stir constantly with rubber spatula, scraping sides often, for approximately 5 minutes until melted and smooth
- 3
In large mixing bowl, add cream cheese and stir until smooth
- 4
Mix in confectioners' sugar a little at a time until smooth
- 5
Add melted chocolate and vanilla extract and stir until smooth and well blended
- 6
Cover and refrigerate for approximately 1 hour to cool
- 7
Using melon baller, make 1 inch balls and roll in crushed nuts to coat
Tips
Make sure cream cheese is fully softened before mixing to avoid lumps in the final texture
Chill hands briefly before rolling balls if mixture becomes too soft to handle
Good to Know
Refrigerate in airtight container up to 1 week
Can be made up to 3 days ahead and stored covered in refrigerator
Serve chilled or at room temperature
Common Mistakes
Don't overheat chocolate to avoid seizing
Ensure cream cheese is softened to avoid lumps
Substitutions
Nut-Free Alternatives
General Alternatives
FAQ
Can I freeze these truffles?
Yes, freeze in single layer on tray first, then transfer to freezer bags. They'll keep up to 3 months frozen.
What if I don't have a double boiler?
Use microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring between, or create makeshift double boiler with heatproof bowl over simmering water.
How long do these keep at room temperature?
Due to cream cheese, they should only sit out for 2 hours maximum before returning to refrigeration for food safety.