Description
Make your holiday season even sweeter with these no-bake Christmas Truffles! These creamy white chocolate truffles are packed with dried cranberries and pistachios, dusted with powdered sugar for a festive, snowy finish. Perfect for edible gifts, holiday platters, or a quick treat from the fridge, this easy recipe is ideal for anyone looking for Christmas dessert ideas, quick holiday snacks, or easy food ideas to share. Whether you’re searching for an easy recipe for the holidays, healthy snack swaps with fruit and nuts, or delightful dinner ideas for entertaining — these truffles bring holiday cheer in every bite.
Ingredients
400g white chocolate
200g sweetened condensed milk
100g dried cranberries
70g chopped pistachios
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
50g desiccated coconut (optional)
30g powdered sugar (for coating)
Instructions
1. Place your chopped white chocolate in a heatproof bowl and melt it gently using a double boiler or microwave in 20-second intervals, stirring each time until smooth.
2. Stir in the sweetened condensed milk, vanilla extract, dried cranberries, and chopped pistachios. If you’re using desiccated coconut, add it here. Mix until evenly combined.
3. Refrigerate the mixture for at least 1 hour, or until firm enough to roll.
4. Using a small scoop or spoon, form the mixture into even bite-sized balls.
5. Roll each truffle in powdered sugar or extra coconut for a snowy finish.
6. Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 2 weeks or freeze for up to 2 months.
Notes
Chill the mixture well before rolling for easier handling.
Use high-quality white chocolate for best flavor and smooth texture.
Customize with your favorite dried fruits or nuts.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-bake
- Cuisine: Holiday, Christmas
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 truffles
- Calories: 160
- Sugar: 16g
- Sodium: 20mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 5mg
Keywords: easy recipe, Christmas dessert, no-bake treat, truffle recipe, holiday snack, festive sweets