why make this recipe
No-Bake Snowman Truffles are the perfect festive treat that don’t require baking, making them a fantastic choice when you’re short on time during the holiday season. With simple ingredients and easy steps, these delightful little snowmen are great for involving your kids in the kitchen! Not only do they taste delicious, but they also add a sprinkle of cheer to any gathering or family dessert night. Plus, they’re entirely vegan-friendly, so everyone can enjoy them without any worries.
how to make No-Bake Snowman Truffles
Ingredients:
- 150g of golden Oreo cookies (or plain / gluten-free biscuits)
- 60g of vegan / dairy-free cream cheese
- 200g of dairy-free white chocolate
- Black food gel
- Orange food gel
- Strawberry laces / candy pencils (for the scarf)
Directions:
- Start by lining a baking tray with greaseproof paper. This will be the resting place for your adorable snowman truffles!
- Place the cookies in a food processor or blender and whizz them up until crumb-like. If you don’t have a blender, don’t stress! Simply use a rolling pin to crush them. This can be a fun task for the kids, too!
- Pour the cookie crumbs into a large mixing bowl and add in the dairy-free cream cheese. Mix everything together until it is fully incorporated. The mixture should feel sticky and hold its shape when squeezed. This is the sign that you’re ready to roll!
- With clean hands, weigh out 20g of the truffle mixture into a ball. Then roll another smaller ball using 7g of the mixture. Stack the smaller ball on top of the larger one to create your snowman shape. It’s as fun as playing with playdough—enjoy it! Place these on the prepared tray.
- Pop the tray into the freezer for about 20 minutes, or until the truffles are firm to the touch.
- About 5 minutes before your snowman truffles are ready to come out, melt the white chocolate. You can do this by placing a bowl over a saucepan with boiling water (a bain-marie) or simply using the microwave. Both methods work well!
- Once melted, remove the truffle balls from the freezer. You can either insert a toothpick into the bottom and dunk them in the chocolate or balance them on a fork, using a spoon to drizzle the melted chocolate over them. Let any excess chocolate drip back into the bowl. Feel free to repeat this for a thicker coating, which works wonderfully with the light-colored cookie.
- Place the coated truffles back onto the lined tray and put them into the freezer to set. Since the truffles are cold, the chocolate will set quickly—just 5 to 10 minutes will do!
- When the chocolate has set, prepare the decorations. Color some leftover white chocolate black and orange using your food gels. Transfer these into piping bags and snip off the tips.
- Pipe on an orange carrot nose, followed by black eyes, a mouth, and buttons for your snowman.
- Take a piece of strawberry lace, cut it to size, and wrap it around the snowman’s head for a cozy scarf. A little melted white chocolate can help keep the scarf in place.
- Place the truffles back into the freezer for another 5 minutes to set the decorations, and then they’re ready to serve!
Tuck in and enjoy your creative family masterpiece together!
how to serve No-Bake Snowman Truffles
These snowman truffles make for a charming dessert or snack during the holiday season. They can be served on a festive platter, perfect for entertaining guests, or enjoyed as a fun after-dinner treat with cocoa. You might consider popping them in lunchboxes as an unexpected sweet surprise for your kids at school.
how to store No-Bake Snowman Truffles
To keep your snowman truffles fresh, store them in an airtight container in the refrigerator. They’ll last for about a week—if they last that long! Just remember to seal them tightly so they don’t dry out. You can also freeze them if you want to prepare ahead; they’ll keep well for a month. Just make sure to thaw them in the fridge before enjoying.
tips to make No-Bake Snowman Truffles
- Get your kids involved! They can help crush the cookies, roll the truffles, and decorate.
- If you don’t have dairy-free cream cheese, regular cream cheese works perfectly. Just make sure there’s no alcohol or pork in your ingredients.
- Use melted chocolate for the decorations as needed. If you have leftover melted chocolate, don’t waste it—dip some fruit or pretzels!
- For a fun twist, add mini chocolate chips or dried fruit into the truffle mixture for texture.
variation
If you want to switch things up, try using crushed peppermint candies instead of strawberry laces for the scarf. It adds a lovely festive flavor that pairs beautifully with the snowmen!
FAQs
1. Can I use regular cream cheese instead of dairy-free cream cheese?
Yes, if you’re not concerned about it being dairy-free, regular cream cheese works just as well!
2. What can I substitute for golden Oreos?
You can use any plain biscuits or gluten-free cookies if needed. Just ensure they have a similar texture.
3. How do I get the chocolate to melt without burning?
Using a bain-marie helps prevent overcooking the chocolate. If using a microwave, melt it in short intervals, checking every 20 seconds to stir until smooth.
No-Bake Snowman Truffles
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 12 truffles 1x
- Diet: Vegan
Description
Delightful no-bake snowman truffles that are perfect for the holiday season, vegan-friendly, and fun to make with kids!
Ingredients
- 150g golden Oreo cookies (or plain / gluten-free biscuits)
- 60g vegan / dairy-free cream cheese
- 200g dairy-free white chocolate
- Black food gel
- Orange food gel
- Strawberry laces / candy pencils (for the scarf)
Instructions
- Line a baking tray with greaseproof paper.
- Crush the cookies in a food processor or by hand until crumb-like.
- In a mixing bowl, combine cookie crumbs with dairy-free cream cheese and mix until sticky.
- Form 20g balls for the bottom and 7g balls for the top to create the snowman shape.
- Place the snowmen on the prepared tray and freeze for 20 minutes.
- Melt white chocolate using a bain-marie or microwave.
- Dip or drizzle the truffles in melted chocolate and return to the tray to set.
- Use food gels to decorate the snowmen with eyes, mouth, buttons, and noses.
- Wrap the snowman’s head with strawberry lace for a scarf.
- Freeze for an additional 5 minutes to set the decorations and enjoy!
Notes
Get kids involved in crushing cookies and decorating. Store truffles in an airtight container for up to a week or freeze them for a month.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: Vegan
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 90mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: no-bake, dessert, holiday treat, vegan, truffles, snowman