Description

Indulge in these rich and creamy Andes Mint Chocolate Truffles, a delightful blend of smooth cream cheese, semisweet chocolate, and refreshing mint flavors. Perfect for celebrations or a special treat, these truffles are coated in a luscious chocolate shell and decorated with festive green white chocolate and crunchy Andes mint pieces.

Ingredients

Scale

Cream Cheese Mixture

8 ounces softened cream cheese
2 cups powdered sugar
1 teaspoon peppermint essence

Chocolate Mixture

2 cups semisweet chocolate chips
1/4 cup chopped Andes mints

Coating and Decoration

1 package of milk chocolate melting wafers
1/2 cup chopped Andes mints for topping
1 cup white chocolate melting wafers, colored green, for decoration

Instructions

Prepare the Cream Cheese Mixture: In a large mixing bowl, combine the softened cream cheese and powdered sugar. Add peppermint essence, then mix everything together until the mixture is smooth and well combined.
Melt the Chocolate and Mix: Melt the semisweet chocolate chips and chopped Andes mints together by microwaving at 50% power in 30-second intervals, stirring after each. Once fully melted and smooth, pour the chocolate mixture into the cream cheese mixture and beat until thoroughly combined and creamy.
Chill the Filling: Transfer the creamy chocolate mixture onto a large piece of plastic wrap. Wrap it tightly into a log shape and refrigerate for 45 minutes to allow it to firm up.
Shape the Truffles: Remove the chilled log from the fridge and roll the mixture into one-inch balls. Place the truffles on a parchment-lined baking tray, spacing them well apart to prevent sticking.
Coat with Chocolate: Melt the milk chocolate wafers in the microwave using 30-second bursts at 50% power. Keep the melted chocolate warm over a pot of steaming water. Dip each truffle into the melted chocolate using a fork to ensure full coverage, then remove and gently shake off the excess. Place coated truffles back on the parchment paper.
Garnish and Finish: Quickly sprinkle chopped Andes mints over the freshly dipped truffles while the chocolate is still wet. After coating all truffles, melt the green-colored white chocolate wafers and drizzle over the set truffles for decoration. Allow the truffles to set completely before serving.

Notes

For a richer flavor, substitute cream cheese with mascarpone or for a dairy-free option use the solid part of refrigerated coconut cream.
Dark chocolate chips can replace semisweet chocolate chips for a more intense chocolate flavor, while milk chocolate chips offer a sweeter taste.
If Andes mints are unavailable, substitute with any chocolate-mint candy or mix chocolate chips with peppermint extract, adjusting the peppermint essence quantity accordingly.
For a mint-free version, use chopped nuts or dried fruit instead of Andes mints.
Keep melted chocolate warm while coating to ensure smooth dipping and even coating.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Category: Dessert, Confectionery
Method: No-Bake, Chilling, Dipping
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 truffle (approx. 20g)
Calories: 120
Sugar: 18g
Sodium: 30mg
Fat: 7g
Saturated Fat: 4g
Unsaturated Fat: 3g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 14g
Fiber: 1g
Protein: 1g
Cholesterol: 15mg

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