Easy Circus Animal Cookie Truffles Recipe

Introduction

These Easy Circus Animal Cookie Truffles are a delightful no-bake treat that combines crunchy cookies with creamy cream cheese and sweet white chocolate. Perfect for parties or a fun snack, they bring a playful twist to classic cookie flavors.

Ingredients

• 1 (9 ounce) bag of Iced Circus Animal Cookies
• 6 ounces cream cheese
• 18 ounces white chocolate almond bark
• Pink food coloring (optional)

Instructions

1. Step 1: In a food processor, crush all but a few of the Iced Circus Animal Cookies until they become fine crumbs. Set aside about 3 cookies for garnishing later.
2. Step 2: Add the cream cheese to the cookie crumbs and mix until well combined and a soft, sticky dough forms.
3. Step 3: Use a one-tablespoon cookie scoop to form cookie dough balls or truffles. Place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper to keep them from sticking.
4. Step 4: Refrigerate the truffles for at least 30 minutes to firm up.
5. Step 5: Melt 16 ounces of the white chocolate almond bark using a melting pot or microwave in 30-second increments, stirring until smooth. Keep the truffles refrigerated until the chocolate is ready.
6. Step 6: Dip each chilled truffle fully into the melted white chocolate, then return them to the parchment paper to harden.
7. Step 7: Melt the remaining 2 ounces of almond bark and mix in 6-8 drops of pink food coloring to create a colored drizzle.
8. Step 8: Drizzle the pink chocolate over the coated truffles and sprinkle with the reserved crushed Circus Animal Cookies for garnish.

Tips & Variations

• For extra flavor, try adding a teaspoon of vanilla extract to the cream cheese mixture before forming the truffles.
• You can substitute cream cheese with a dairy-free alternative for a vegan-friendly option.
• Use colored white chocolate or edible sprinkles to customize these truffles for different occasions.

Storage

Store the truffles in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week. Allow them to come to room temperature briefly before serving for the best texture. They can also be frozen for up to one month; thaw in the refrigerator before enjoying.

How to Serve

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I use a different type of cookie instead of Circus Animal Cookies?

Yes, you can substitute with other crisp, iced cookies like sugar cookies or shortbread, but the flavor and texture will vary slightly.

Is it necessary to refrigerate the truffles before dipping in chocolate?

Yes, chilling the truffles helps them firm up, making them easier to dip and preventing them from falling apart during coating.

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Delightfully fun and easy to make, these Circus Animal Cookie Truffles combine crushed iced circus animal cookies with creamy cream cheese and a smooth white chocolate coating. Perfect for parties or a sweet treat, these truffles have a crunchy cookie garnish and a vibrant pink drizzle for a playful finish.

• Author: Jeannette
• Prep Time: 15 minutes
• Cook Time: 0 minutes
• Total Time: 45 minutes
• Yield: Approximately 24 truffles 1x
• Category: Dessert
• Method: No-Cook
• Cuisine: American

Ingredients

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Truffle Base

• 1 (9 ounce) bag Iced Circus Animal Cookies
• 6 ounces cream cheese

Coating and Decoration

• 18 ounces white chocolate almond bark
• Pink food coloring (optional)
• Additional 3 Circus Animal Cookies for garnishing, crushed

Instructions

1. Crush Cookies: In a food processor, crush all but about 3 of the Iced Circus Animal Cookies until they become fine crumbs. Reserve the remaining cookies to use later as garnish.
2. Mix with Cream Cheese: Add the cream cheese to the cookie crumbs and mix well until a soft, sticky dough forms.
3. Form Truffle Balls: Using a one-tablespoon cookie scoop, portion the dough into small balls and place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper for easy handling.
4. Chill Truffles: Refrigerate the truffle balls for at least 30 minutes to firm up.
5. Melt White Chocolate: Using a melting pot or microwave, melt 16 ounces of the white chocolate almond bark in 30-second increments until smooth. Keep the truffles chilled in the refrigerator while melting the chocolate.
6. Dip Truffles: Dip each chilled truffle completely into the melted white chocolate and place them back on the parchment paper to harden.
7. Color and Drizzle: Melt the remaining 2 ounces of almond bark and stir in 6-8 drops of pink food coloring. Drizzle this pink chocolate over the hardened truffles.
8. Garnish: Sprinkle the crushed reserved Circus Animal Cookies over the pink drizzle before the chocolate sets to finish decoration.

Notes

• If you don’t have a food processor, place the cookies in a sealed plastic bag and crush them with a rolling pin.
• The cream cheese should be softened for easier mixing.
• Use parchment paper to prevent the truffles from sticking to the tray.
• Adjust the amount of pink food coloring according to desired intensity of color.
• Store the truffles in an airtight container in the refrigerator and consume within a week for best freshness.

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