4th of July Truffles Recipe

Celebrate the Fourth of July with these festive no-bake truffles made from chocolate Oreo truffles coated in red, white, and blue chocolate. These truffles are not only easy to make but also delicious and perfect for any patriotic celebration!

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Ingredients

• 36 Oreo cookies
• 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
• 1 pound white almond bark
• 6 ounces red candy melts
• 6 ounces blue candy melts
• Sprinkles (preferably in red, white, and blue)

Instructions

Prep Work

1. Prepare Baking Sheet:

• Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and set aside.

1. Crush Oreos:

• Use a food processor or place the cookies in a large resealable bag and crush them into fine crumbs using a rolling pin.

1. Make Truffle Mixture:

• In a large bowl, combine the crushed Oreo crumbs with softened cream cheese. Mix until well combined.

1. Form Truffles:

• Use a small cookie dough scoop to form the mixture into balls.
• Roll each ball between your hands to smooth it out.
• Place each truffle on the prepared baking sheet.

1. Chill:

• Refrigerate the truffles for at least 30 minutes to firm up.

Coating the Truffles

6. Melt White Almond Bark:

• Break the almond bark into squares and place in a microwave-safe bowl.
• Microwave for 1 minute, then stir. Continue to microwave in 10-20 second intervals, stirring after each, until mostly melted. Stir until smooth.

6. Dip Truffles:

• Using a fork, dip each chilled Oreo ball into the melted white chocolate, tapping off the excess.
• Return to the parchment-lined baking sheet and let harden for about 10-15 minutes. Repeat with another layer if desired for a thicker coating.

Adding Color

8. Prepare Colored Chocolate:

• Place red and blue candy melts in separate microwave-safe bowls.
• Microwave each for 30 seconds, stir, and continue heating in 10-20 second bursts, stirring after each until melted.

8. Decorate Truffles:

• Transfer melted colored chocolates to plastic squeeze bottles.
• Drizzle red and blue chocolate over the truffles in your desired patterns.
• Add sprinkles immediately before the chocolate sets.

Finalizing

10. Let Harden:
    • Allow the truffles to set completely at room temperature or chill in the refrigerator to speed up the process.
11. Storage:
    • Store the truffles in an airtight container in the refrigerator until ready to serve.

Notes

• Chocolate Melting Tip: Be careful not to overheat the chocolate as it can seize. Heating in short bursts and stirring frequently helps maintain a smooth texture.
• Customization: Feel free to customize the outer chocolate shell with different colors or decorations suited to other events or preferences.

Conclusion

These 4th of July Truffles are a delightful treat that adds a burst of patriotic flair to your holiday celebrations. They're perfect for parties, easy to make ahead of time, and sure to be a hit with guests of all ages. Enjoy crafting these tasty, decorative treats for your next summer gathering!

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