Are you looking for a quintessential festive sweet that encapsulates the cosy, spiced essence of Christmas? Picture the warming notes of ginger and cinnamon, the deep sweetness of treacle, and the luxurious creaminess of white chocolate, all combined into a single, perfect mouthful. Your search is over! We’re here to share our recipe for the most delicious and simple Gingerbread Truffles White Chocolate Treats you’ll ever make. These wonderful no-bake bites are a must-have for your holiday baking repertoire, making them perfect for giving as gifts, sharing with loved ones, or simply enjoying with a warm drink by the fire.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

• Incredibly Easy & No-Bake: You don’t need to be an expert baker to create these. As no oven is involved, it’s a straightforward and enjoyable recipe that’s ideal for getting the whole family, including children, involved in the kitchen.
• A True Taste of Christmas: We have infused these truffles with all the traditional gingerbread spices. Every bite offers a delightful burst of ginger, cinnamon, and nutmeg, which is perfectly complemented by the sweet and smooth white chocolate coating.
• Perfect for Gifting: When placed in a lovely little box or a cellophane bag tied with a festive ribbon, these homemade truffles become a thoughtful and tasty present for friends, neighbours, and teachers. They’re a heartfelt gesture that doesn’t require hours of effort.
• Make-Ahead Convenience: The Christmas period can be a whirlwind, so we are great fans of recipes that can be prepared in advance. You can whip up these truffles up to a week before you need them, leaving you more time for other festive preparations.
• Completely Customisable: While we adore the classic appearance, you can easily put your own spin on these treats. Try using different sprinkles, adding a drizzle of dark chocolate, or incorporating a little orange zest into the filling. The creative options are limitless!

Ingredients

• 300g ginger nut biscuits
• 120g full-fat cream cheese, softened to room temperature
• 50g icing sugar, sifted
• 1 tbsp black treacle (or molasses)
• 1 tsp ground ginger
• 1 tsp ground cinnamon
• 1/4 tsp ground nutmeg
• A pinch of ground cloves
• 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
• 350g good-quality white chocolate, chopped
• 1 tsp coconut oil or vegetable shortening (optional, for thinning the chocolate)
• Festive sprinkles, for decorating
• Crushed ginger nut biscuits, for decorating (optional)

Your Step-by-Step Guide to Perfect Gingerbread Truffles

Making these festive goodies is a truly delightful experience, and we’ve organised it into clear, easy-to-follow stages. In no time at all, you will have a tray of gorgeous truffles ready to be enjoyed. They serve as a fantastic sweet conclusion to any meal, from a simple weeknight dinner like our Sticky Chicken Rice Bowls to a more grand family celebration.

Step 1: Create the Gingerbread Filling

The core of our truffle is its richly spiced filling. Your first task is to crush the ginger nut biscuits into a fine powder. We find that the quickest method is to pulse them in a food processor until they have a sand-like consistency. If you don’t own one, there’s no need to panic! Just put the biscuits into a strong, sealed plastic bag and crush them with a rolling pin—it’s also a rather therapeutic activity!

Following that, in a large mixing bowl, combine the softened cream cheese, sifted icing sugar, black treacle, and vanilla extract. Use an electric beater or a sturdy spoon to mix them together until the blend is smooth and velvety. Now for the festive spices. Add the ground ginger, cinnamon, nutmeg, and cloves, and mix again. Finally, add your biscuit crumbs and stir everything until it forms a well-combined, thick, and slightly sticky dough.

Step 2: Shape and Chill Your Gingerbread Balls

This is a vital step to help your truffles maintain their form. Cover the bowl containing the gingerbread mixture with cling film and pop it in the refrigerator to chill for at least an hour. This will firm up the dough, which makes it significantly easier to roll.

Once it’s nicely chilled, line a baking sheet or a large plate with baking parchment. Use a small ice cream scoop or a tablespoon to measure out the mixture, then roll each portion between your hands to create smooth, consistent Gingerbread Balls, roughly one inch in diameter. Arrange the rolled balls on your prepared tray. For the very best finish, we recommend placing the tray back in the fridge (or even the freezer for a quick 15-minute blast) to chill once more while you get the coating ready. Cold truffles are the secret to a neat, crisp chocolate layer.

Step 3: The Creamy White Chocolate Coating

It’s time for the most rewarding stage: coating your truffles. Using high-quality chocolate really elevates these White Chocolate Treats. Finely chop your white chocolate into uniform pieces and put them in a microwave-safe container. Heat in the microwave for 30-second intervals, stirring thoroughly after each one, until the chocolate is nearly liquid. Take it out and continue to stir until the remaining warmth melts the last few pieces, leaving you with a silky-smooth consistency. Take care not to overheat it, as white chocolate can become grainy if scorched. For a more in-depth look at this technique, BBC Good Food offers excellent tips. If you find your melted chocolate is too thick, simply mix in a teaspoon of coconut oil to give it a more fluid texture, perfect for dipping.

Step 4: Dipping and Decorating Your Christmas Truffles

Let’s assemble everything to create your stunning Christmas Truffles. Working with one truffle at a time, drop a chilled gingerbread ball into the melted white chocolate. Use two forks to gently turn it over until it is completely covered. Lift the truffle out of the chocolate with a fork, tapping gently to let any extra chocolate drip off. Carefully transfer the coated truffle back to your parchment-lined tray.

Act quickly while the chocolate is still tacky to add your decorations. A dash of colourful festive sprinkles, a light dusting of edible glitter, or some leftover crushed biscuit crumbs all add a wonderful finishing touch. Continue this process for all the remaining truffles. After they are all coated and decorated, return the tray to the fridge for a final 30 minutes, or until the white chocolate shell is perfectly hard.

How to Store Your Gingerbread Truffles

A brilliant feature of this recipe is how long the truffles last. You can keep them in an airtight container in the fridge for as long as one week. In fact, the flavours will continue to meld and mature after a day or two, making them even more scrumptious.

If you’re looking to get ahead with your festive cooking, these truffles are also suitable for freezing. Just arrange the set truffles in a single layer inside a freezer-safe container or bag. They can be stored for up to a month. When you are ready to serve them, simply allow them to defrost in the fridge for a few hours.

FAQ

The Perfect End to a Festive Meal

We are firm believers that a truly great meal is all about creating balance. These sweet and spicy truffles are the perfect small indulgence to offer after a satisfying main course. If you need some dinner ideas, a dish full of flavour like our Garlic Parmesan Chicken Pasta Recipe makes a wonderfully comforting prelude before you present these little bites of Christmas cheer for dessert. They are a surefire hit with guests and a lovely, fuss-free way to spread some homemade joy.

So, why not give them a go? It’s the perfect time to fill your home with the aroma of Christmas and make a little edible magic. Collect your ingredients, switch on some festive music, and let’s begin making these amazing Gingerbread Truffles! We’re confident they will become a cherished new holiday tradition for your family. Don’t forget to leave us a comment below to share how yours turned out, or tag us in your pictures on social media—we always love seeing your beautiful bakes!

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Prep: 20 mins
Cook: 5 mins
Total Time: 25 mins (+ 1hr 45 mins chilling)
Yields: 24-28 truffles

Ingredients

• 300g ginger nut biscuits
• 120g full-fat cream cheese, softened
• 50g icing sugar, sifted
• 1 tbsp black treacle (or molasses)
• 1 tsp ground ginger
• 1 tsp ground cinnamon
• 1/4 tsp ground nutmeg
• A pinch of ground cloves
• 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
• 350g good-quality white chocolate, chopped
• 1 tsp coconut oil or vegetable shortening (optional)
• Festive sprinkles and/or crushed ginger nut biscuits, for decorating

Instructions

1. Make the Filling: Crush the ginger nut biscuits into fine crumbs using a food processor or a rolling pin. In a large bowl, beat the softened cream cheese, icing sugar, treacle, and vanilla until smooth. Mix in the ground spices, then stir in the biscuit crumbs until a thick dough forms.
2. Shape and Chill: Cover and chill the dough for at least 1 hour. Roll the mixture into 1-inch balls and place them on a parchment-lined tray. Chill the balls again in the fridge or freezer for 15-30 minutes until firm.
3. Melt the Chocolate: Gently melt the chopped white chocolate in the microwave in 30-second bursts, stirring in between, until smooth and fluid. Be careful not to overheat. If the chocolate is too thick, stir in the coconut oil.
4. Dip and Decorate: Using two forks, dip each chilled gingerbread ball into the melted white chocolate until fully coated. Lift out, let the excess drip off, and place back on the parchment paper. Add sprinkles or crushed biscuits immediately, while the chocolate is still wet. Refrigerate for a final 30 minutes, or until the chocolate is completely set.

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