November 2, 2023
Review RecipeSnowmen Truffles
Cute and yummy, these snowmen truffles are made with Nutter Butters, melted chocolate, cream cheese and a little love!
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These darling little snowmen truffles will become a must-make treat for your family this holiday season. Cookies are made into truffles, then coated in melted chocolate and stacked with cute touches like a hat and scarf for a fun and tasty treat idea.
Snowmen Truffles Ingredients
These snowmen truffles are a delightful blend of creamy and chocolatey flavors.
Inside, you’ll find a creamy filling made from Nutter Butter cookies and cream cheese, which offers a delightful taste.
Playful elements include orange melting chocolates for carrot noses and red licorice scarves, adding sweetness and charm.
You’ll need:
- 12 ounces of regular melting chocolates
- 1½ teaspoons of shortening, divided into ½ teaspoon and 1 teaspoon
- 6 mini Oreo cookies
- 12 mini marshmallows
- 16 ounces of Nutter Butter cookies
- 8 ounces of cream cheese, room temperature
- 24 ounces of white melting chocolates
- 6 ounces of orange melting chocolates
- 2 pull-apart red licorice candies (pulled apart to make 12 scarves)
PRO TIP:
This would be a great project to do as a family, you could give each family member different colors to work with for their snowmen.
Substitutions And Additions
OREOS: You could also make the truffles with Oreos instead of Nutter Butters.
COLORS: Change up the decorating colors for fun customizations.
COCONUT: Add a little shredded coconut to the serving dish to make it look like they’re sitting in freshly fallen snow.
TOOTHPICKS: If your snowmen are having a hard time standing, you can use a toothpick in the middle to help prop them up.
How To Make This Snowmen Truffles Recipe
Let’s have a look at the steps for making these cute snowman treats.
OUR RECIPE DEVELOPER SAYS
You could also make just snowmen faces instead of stacking the bodies together if you would prefer.
STEP ONE: To assemble the hats, melt the regular chocolate in a double boiler with half a teaspoon of shortening.
Then, twist the Oreos in half and scrape off the filling. Dip a mini marshmallow in the chocolate and place it on top of the Oreo.
Let chill in the refrigerator for ten minutes, then dip the whole hat in the chocolate.
Place on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper and let sit until ready to assemble.
STEP TWO: To make the snowmen, place the Nutter Butters in a food processor and pulse until fine biscuit crumbs.
STEP THREE: Pour into the large bowl of a stand mixer and add cream cheese. Mix until the dough comes together and forms a ball.
STEP FOUR: Scoop twelve 2-inch balls and roll them into even balls in the palm of your hands to form the bodies.
STEP FIVE: Scoop twelve 1-inch balls and roll them into even balls to form the heads.
STEP SIX: Place on a cookie tray lined with parchment paper and place in the freezer for 30 minutes.
STEP SEVEN: While the snowmen are freezing, add the white melting chocolate to a double boiler with one teaspoon of shortening. Stir as it starts to melt.
Once melted, keep the water simmering on low so the chocolate doesn’t burn.
PRO TIP:
Adding shortening helps the chocolate get smooth and even.
STEP EIGHT: Remove the snowmen from the freezer. Dip the heads in the chocolate and then place the smaller ball on the bodies.
Return to the prepared baking sheet and into the freezer to chill for 20 minutes.
STEP NINE: Remove from the freezer and dip the whole snowman in the white chocolate. Place the baking tray in the refrigerator to allow them to set.
STEP TEN: Transfer the regular chocolate to a piping bag or sandwich bag and cut just the tip off.
It needs to be a very small hole so it doesn’t rush out and to allow you to make small dots for the eyes, mouth, and buttons. Pipe on the eyes, mouth, buttons, and arms.
PRO TIP:
Icing pens would also work to draw the snowman’s face and arms if you have them.
STEP ELEVEN: Melt the orange candy melts and place it in a piping bag. Cut a very small tip off and pipe on the snowman’s carrot nose.
STEP TWELVE: Use the regular chocolate to glue the hats on top of each snowman. Tie the small piece of licorice around the neck of each snowman as the scarf.
How To Serve
These Christmas truffles would be adorable on the dessert table at a holiday party.
Serve these truffles alongside a steaming mug of hot cocoa. The rich, chocolatey truffles are the perfect companion to the warm, comforting cocoa.
They would also be a fun treat to give as a homemade gift to friends and neighbors this holiday season.
For a creative twist, use these truffles as ice cream toppers. Place a truffle on a scoop of vanilla ice cream, drizzle with hot fudge sauce, and sprinkle with colorful sprinkles.
For more adorable festive treats, check out our reindeer pretzels and Minion sugar cookies.
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Storage
Here’s how to store and savor these sweet treats:
MAKE AHEAD: If you’re planning ahead for a special occasion or want to get a head start on your holiday preparations, you can make the snowmen truffles in advance.
After shaping them into snowmen, arrange them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper, making sure they’re not touching.
Place them in the freezer until they firm up, usually for about 30 minutes to an hour.
Once they’re firm, transfer them into an airtight container or a freezer-safe bag, with parchment paper between layers to prevent sticking.
These can be stored in the freezer for up to two months.
IN THE FRIDGE: While these snowmen technically don’t need to be refrigerated, they are fine at room temperature if you are giving them as gifts.
If you are making them ahead, you should store them in the fridge for up to four days so that none of the chocolate gets too warm.
IN THE FREEZER: These snowmen can be stored in an airtight container in the freezer for up to a month.
Why We Love This Recipe
ADORABLE PRESENTATION: These truffles are not just delicious; they’re also incredibly cute! Their whimsical snowman design makes them a fun and festive addition to holiday gatherings.
EASY AND FUN TO MAKE: This recipe is approachable and perfect for both novice and experienced bakers. The step-by-step instructions, along with helpful tips, ensure that crafting these truffles is an enjoyable experience.
GREAT FOR GIFTING: Whether you’re sharing them with friends and family or looking for a unique homemade gift, these snowmen truffles are a fantastic choice.
Enjoy time with your family this holiday season and make these cute snowmen truffles together. With a handful of simple ingredients, Nutter Butter cookies, and some imagination, you will have a new tradition to love!
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Can I freeze snowmen truffles?
This perfect treat can be frozen for up to a month. Add wax paper to your container so your snowmen don’t get stuck together.
Can I use a different cookie than Nutter Butters?
These snowmen truffles would also work with original or golden Oreos or another peanut butter sandwich cookie.
Do these snowmen have to be refrigerated?
While they would be fine stored on the counter, keeping them in the fridge will ensure that they don’t get too warm and soft.
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Snowmen Truffles
Cute and yummy, these snowmen truffles are made with Nutter Butters, melted chocolate, cream cheese and a little love!
Prep Time 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours
Servings 12
Ingredients
- 12 ounces regular melting chocolates
- 1½ teaspoons shortening, divided into ½ teaspoon and 1 teaspoon
- 6 mini Oreos
- 12 mini marshmallows
- 16 ounces Nutter Butters
- 8 ounces cream cheese, room temperature
- 24 ounces white melting chocolates
- 6 ounces orange melting chocolates
- 2 pull apart red licorice candies, pulled apart to make 12 scarves
Instructions
- To assemble the hats, melt the regular chocolate in a double boiler with ½ teaspoon shortening. Twist the Oreos in half and scrape off the filling. Dip a mini marshmallow in the chocolate and place it on top of the Oreo. Allow to chill in the refrigerator for 10 minutes, then dip the whole hat in the chocolate. Place on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper and let sit until ready to assemble.
- To make the snowmen, place the Nutter Butters in food processor and pulse until fine crumbs.
- Pour into the bowl of a stand mixer and add cream cheese. Mix until the dough comes together and forms a ball.
- Scoop twelve 2-inch balls and roll them into even balls to form the bodies.
- Scoop twelve 1-inch balls and roll them into even balls to form the heads.
- Place on a cookie tray lined with parchment paper and place in the freezer for 30 minutes.
- While the snowmen are freezing, add the white melting chocolate to a double boiler with 1 teaspoon of shortening. Stir as it starts to melt. Once melted, keep the water simmering on low so the chocolate doesn’t burn.
- Remove the snowmen from the freezer. Dip the heads in the chocolate and then place them on the bodies. Return to freezer to chill for 20 minutes.
- Remove from the freezer and dip the whole snowman in the white chocolate. Place the tray in the refrigerator to allow them to set.
- Transfer the regular chocolate to a piping bag and cut just the tip off (it needs to be a very small hole, so it doesn’t rush out and to allow you to make small eyes, mouth, and buttons). Pipe on the eyes, mouth, buttons and arms.
- Melt the orange melting chocolate and place in a piping bag. Cut a very small tip off and pipe on the nose.
- Use the regular chocolate to glue on the hats. Tie the licorice around the neck as the scarf.
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Notes
- This would be a great project to do as a family, you could give each family member different colors to work with for their snowmen.
- You could also make just snowmen faces instead of stacking the bodies together if you would rather.
- Adding shortening helps the chocolate get smooth and even.
- Icing pens would also work to draw the snowman’s face and arms.
Nutrition
Calories: 622kcal | Carbohydrates: 65g | Protein: 6g | Fat: 41g | Saturated Fat: 24g | Cholesterol: 33mg | Sodium: 147mg | Potassium: 324mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 59g | Vitamin A: 271IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 143mg | Iron: 2mg
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Comments
Gloria says
These are absolutely darling!
Marion says
I will definitely make these with my kids, they would love making these for Nana, and Aunt DeDe.
DeLisha Hayes says
I’ve made truffles from chocolate chip cookies and they were really but I used cookie butter on stead of cream cheese
Alexandra says
I’ve never tried truffles using cookies but I’m definitely going to try these with the kids
Kai Butler says
I would use only Oreos for this recipe
Odette says
These snowman are very creative and will make a fun project to do with kids of all ages. To really make the snowman glow, adding a little candy, blue glitter, will give a snowy, night effect!! How pretty!!
Lorraine says
Due to peanut allergies in my family, I’m going to use Oreos (regular and golden) as the cookie in my snowman truffle.
Sandra Jackson says
They are delicious
Irene lantos says
I would make the snowman with Oreo cookies for a different taste. I make a candy similar to the snowman using cream cheese and crushed Oreos with a dash of amaretto, rolled into balls then dipped in chocolate. I call these tipsy truffles
Denise Walsh says
These look awesome. I will definitely make these with my grandkids!
Janice says
So cute! Would be fun to make with kiddos and would be cute on gingerbread houses!
Susan says
I would use the Nutter Butter cookies for a nice change from the Oreo’s.
Becky says
So adorable! My kids would love these!
Natosha says
This is such a cute idea. I would definitely make these with my kids. I would have to use some purple icing to decorate with though since that’s my favorite color.
Linzey says
These snowmen truffles look delicious! I absolutely love Oreos, so I would definitely chose Oreos over nutters butter.
Wendy says
These look amazing.
I would use nut butters and oreos.
Wendy
Mandy says
I would use oreos due to peanut allergies in our friends and family group. These are adorable and my kids will have a blast making these with us.
brenda says
Cant wait to try this. I have made bourbon balls using nilla wafers.. Came out sooooo good. Thank you for this website. I love it.
Maureen says
What a cute idea for Christmas. I can make these with my grandchildren. What kid doesn’t like peanut butter? The ingredients in this rcipe are perfect. Can’t wait to make these.
Pam Springs says
Would you like to use Oreos or Nutter Butters for these snowmen truffles? — OREOS
What colors would you use to decorate with? RED & GREEN
Have you ever made homemade truffles from cookies before? YES – w/Oreos
Would you create these snowmen truffles with kids? YES
Marion says
I will definitely make these with my kids, they would love making these.
Teresa Gerber says
I have never made these before…the kids would love to though,lol!!
Daawna says
Your snowmen are really cute! I have a minor obsession with Oreos, so I would probably use Oreos instead of Nutter Butters.
Anna says
These are so cute and would be great to make with my grandchildren. I’d use oreo cookies as I made the nutter butter truffles last year and they were not really what we all thought they would be. I think I would stick with all the same colors except use all different colors of the licorice for the scarf. More colorful that way.
Melody Bruns says
I have been making oreo cookie truffles for years…so good and so easy.
Tina Truex says
Thanks for sharing this! Thanks for all the tips! I would have to do both Nutter Butters and OREOS! I have hubby and daughter that like the peanut butter. However, the her hubby is sorta allergic to Peanut butter even though he still tries to eat it… So OREOS for him! He loves them! I will be trying these! Thanks! 🙂
Christine Lachenauer says
I used Oreo cookies and loved these!
Brandi Harrison says
I would use the nutter butters and the color blue!!!!
BobbiJo says
I would use the nutty butter for the body and maybe a small Oreo for the hat. Small chocolate chips for his buttons fruit roll up for his nose, red cinnamons for his mouth.
So many ideas
Mary says
Nutter Butter. These are adorable! Would make with kids!!
Lorie says
These look so fun! I think I’d use Oreos to make mine.
Elizabeth M Heimlich says
Super cute! I would use Nutter Butters for this recipe- love them!
Linda says
These would be great to make with the grands. I def would use the Nutter Butters
Todd Dyer says
Super cute and delicious.
Deb says
What a wonderful family project
BARBARA CUMMINGS says
These are so cute and adorable. Every child would love.
Bob Strong says
Interesting variation! Thank you. Season’s Greetings to one and all!