Description
Gingerbread Truffles are rich and creamy festive treats that combine warm, classic gingerbread spices with smooth plant-based ingredients. These decadent, velvety truffles offer a cozy, sweet flavor perfect for sharing or gifting during any celebration.
Ingredients
Scale
Spices
- 1 teaspoon ground ginger
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
- 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
Truffle Base
- 8 oz plant-based cream cheese
- 1/4 cup plant-based butter, softened
- 3/4 cup powdered sugar
- 2 tablespoons molasses (natural)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (natural)
- 1/2 teaspoon natural gelling agent
Coating and Finishing
- 6 oz dark chocolate (plant-based), melted
- Optional cinnamon sugar mix for dusting
- Optional finely crushed toasted nuts for garnish
Instructions
- Prepare the Spice Mixture: Combine ground ginger, cinnamon, cloves, and nutmeg in a small bowl to create a warm and aromatic spice blend that will evenly flavor your truffles.
- Blend the Creamy Base: In a large bowl, whisk together plant-based cream cheese, plant-based butter, powdered sugar, molasses (natural), and vanilla extract (natural) until the mixture becomes smooth and fluffy, forming a luscious creamy base.
- Incorporate Spices and Natural Gelling Agent: Gently fold the prepared spice mixture and natural gelling agent into the creamy base, ensuring even distribution while maintaining a tender texture for the truffles.
- Chill the Mixture: Cover the bowl and refrigerate the mixture for at least 2 hours or until firm enough to handle, allowing it to set properly for shaping.
- Shape and Coat the Truffles: Scoop out small portions of the chilled mixture and roll them into balls by hand. Dip each truffle ball into melted dark chocolate (plant-based) to coat completely. Place coated truffles on a tray and allow the chocolate to set at room temperature or refrigerate until firm.
- Add Final Touches: Before the chocolate coating fully hardens, optionally sprinkle the truffles with cinnamon sugar mix or finely crushed toasted nuts to add sparkle and texture.
Notes
- Proper chilling is important to ensure the mixture is firm enough for easy shaping and smooth, uniform truffles.
- Use a fork or dipping tool for even chocolate coating with a glossy finish.
- Bring plant-based cream cheese and butter to room temperature before mixing to avoid lumps.
- Adjust spices gradually and taste during mixing to achieve your preferred balance of gingerbread flavor.
- Store truffles in an airtight container to keep freshness and texture for up to one week refrigerated.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Appetizers
- Method: No-bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 truffle
- Calories: 90
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 25mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: Gingerbread Truffles, Plant-based, Vegan, Holiday Treats, Festive Snacks, No-bake Dessert, Dairy-free
