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Gingerbread Truffles

Gingerbread Truffles

  • Author: Eric
  • Total Time: 1 hour 15 minutes (including chilling)
  • Yield: 24 truffles 1x
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Description

These easy Gingerbread Truffles are a festive, melt-in-your-mouth treat combining warm, aromatic spices with creamy plant-based ingredients. Perfect for gifting or enjoying during the holiday season, they blend ginger, cinnamon, and molasses into smooth, spice-kissed bite-sized delights everyone will love.

Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

  • 1 cup plant-based cream cheese
  • 2 tablespoons natural molasses
  • 1 teaspoon ground ginger
  • 1 teaspoon cinnamon powder
  • ¼ teaspoon ground cloves
  • 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour or oat flour
  • ⅓ cup natural powdered sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vegetarian Worcestershire sauce (natural)
  • 1 teaspoon apple cider vinegar (natural)
  • 1 teaspoon natural gelling agent
  • ½ cup plant-based dark chocolate (for coating or drizzling)

Instructions

  1. Preparing the Mixture: Begin by combining the plant-based cream cheese and natural molasses in a mixing bowl. Whisk these together until smooth and creamy, forming the base that carries the warm gingerbread essence.
  2. Adding Spices and Flavorings: Carefully add ground ginger, cinnamon powder, ground cloves, vegetarian Worcestershire sauce (natural), apple cider vinegar (natural), and powdered sugar (natural). Stir until fully incorporated and the mixture has a classic spicy, sweet aroma.
  3. Binding the Mixture: Sprinkle in the flour and natural gelling agent to help the mixture firm up while maintaining softness. Mix well until the mixture reaches a thick, pliable dough-like consistency ideal for shaping.
  4. Shaping the Truffles: Using a spoon or your hands, scoop small amounts of the mixture and roll into uniform bite-sized balls. Place them on parchment-lined trays and chill in the refrigerator for at least one hour to set.
  5. Coating and Finishing Touches: Melt the plant-based dark chocolate and gently dip each chilled truffle, covering completely. Let the excess chocolate drip off, then return the truffles to the tray. Optionally, drizzle additional melted chocolate or sprinkle with cinnamon powder for extra flair. Refrigerate again until the coating is firm.

Notes

  • Chill thoroughly to make shaping and coating easier.
  • Use room temperature plant-based cream cheese for a smooth blend.
  • Roll truffles to even sizes for consistent chilling and presentation.
  • Temper plant-based chocolate for a glossy, crisp coating if desired.
  • Store truffles in an airtight container to keep them fresh and prevent drying out.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Category: Appetizers
  • Method: No-bake
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 truffle (approx.)
  • Calories: 85
  • Sugar: 7g
  • Sodium: 20mg
  • Fat: 5g
  • Saturated Fat: 2g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 3g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 10g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 1g
  • Cholesterol: 0mg

Keywords: gingerbread truffles, holiday treats, plant-based dessert, gluten free snack, festive sweets, no-bake truffles

Find it online: https://smartmealsguide.com/gingerbread-truffles/