12ounces(or 340-gram) package of gingersnap cookies (I used Archway gingersnap cookies)
8ounces(or- 226-gram) package of cream cheeseroom temperature
½teaspoonpure vanilla extract
12ounces(340 grams) of white almond bark
Holiday sprinklesoptional garnish
Instructions
Crush the gingersnap cookies into crumbs using either a food processor or a gallon-size ziplock bag and a rolling pin (or the flat side of a meat mallet). (You will need to do this in 2 batches)
12 ounces (or 340-gram) package of gingersnap cookies
Add the softened cream cheese and vanilla to a medium-sized mixing bowl (2 to 3-quart size). Use a handheld mixer on high speed to beat the cream cheese for about 1 minute until smooth.
8 ounces (or- 226-gram) package of cream cheese, ½ teaspoon pure vanilla extract
Lower the mixer speed to medium. Add the gingersnap cookie crumbs and mix just until completely incorporated. Cover and chill in the refrigerator for 30 minutes.
Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Lightly spray the parchment paper with nonstick cooking spray. Use a 1-tablespoon cookie scoop to scoop out the gingersnap mixture. Roll the scooped gingersnap mixture into balls. Place the rolled balls onto the sprayed parchment paper.
Add the almond bark to a microwave-safe medium-sized bowl. Heat for 45 seconds at full power, stir and continue to heat in 30-second intervals. Stir well after each interval until the almond bark is completely melted and smooth.
12 ounces (340 grams) of white almond bark
Roll the gingersnap balls in the melted almond bark. Use a fork to carefully remove the truffles from the almond bark. Tap the fork on the side of the bowl to remove any excess almond bark. Use a toothpick or skewer, if needed, to gently remove the coated truffle from the fork. Immediately sprinkle the truffle with holiday sprinkles. Repeat for the remaining truffles. Once all are coated and sprinkled, return the truffles to the refrigerator to set the coating. Keep refrigerated until ready to serve.
Holiday sprinkles
Notes
Storage:
To Store: Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
To Freeze: You can freeze the uncoated truffles for up to 2 months. Allow the truffles to thaw overnight in the refrigerator before coating and decorating.
Tips:
Feel free to substitute premade iced gingerbread cookies for plain gingersnaps. These are seasonal and can be hard to find out of season.
If you substitute homemade gingersnap cookies for store-bought cookies, I recommend using a kitchen scale to weigh the homemade cookies before crushing them, just to ensure you get a more accurate measurement.
You can crush the ginger snaps in a gallon-size ziplock with a mallet or in a food processor.
It is important that the cream cheese is softened to room temperature before mixing. This will help ensure that there are no cream cheese lumps in your truffles.