Vanilla Cranberry Chocolate Chip Truffles
If you're looking for a fun twist on Christmas cookies that doesn't require any baking, these Vanilla Cranberry Chocolate Chip Truffles are a must-make. Soft vanilla truffle centers studded with dried cranberries and mini chocolate chips are dipped in creamy white almond bark and finished with festive sprinkles for a bite-sized treat that looks bakery-worthy but comes together with simple pantry ingredients. Add them to your holiday cookie trays, tuck a few into gift tins for neighbors and friends, or keep a stash in the fridge for an easy sweet treat all season long.
Quick Look: Vanilla Cranberry Chocolate Chip Truffles
- ⏱ Prep Time: 30 minutes
- ⏳ Total Time: 30 minutes
- 🍪 Serving: 12 truffles
- ⚡ Calories: 65 calories per truffle
- 🍂 Flavor Profile: Creamy, sweet vanilla truffles with a hint of tang from dried cranberries, little pops of chocolate in every bite, and a smooth white almond bark coating with a festive, candy-like crunch from the sprinkles.
- 👌 Difficulty: No-bake and beginner-friendly; you just mix, roll, chill, and dip, making this a great holiday treat for kids and adults to make together.
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Why You'll Love These Vanilla Cranberry Chocolate Chip Truffles
- Crowd-pleasing bite size: One or two bites each, making them easy to serve at parties, pack into tins, or share with neighbors and friends.
- No-bake & stress-free: You only need to mix, roll, chill, and dip-no oven, no fancy equipment.
- Perfect holiday flavor combo: Sweet vanilla, pops of chocolate, and tart-sweet cranberries wrapped in creamy white coating.
- So pretty on cookie trays: The white almond bark and sprinkles give them a festive, bakery-style look with almost zero effort.
- Great make-ahead treat: They keep well in the fridge or freezer, so you can prep them days before parties or gifting.
How to Make Vanilla Cranberry Chocolate Chip Truffles
ingredients
- Cream cheese - Forms the rich, creamy base for the truffle centers and helps them hold their shape.
- Chopped dried cranberries - Add a chewy, tart-sweet bite and a festive pop of color in every truffle.
- Chocolate chips - Bring extra chocolate flavor and little pockets of sweetness throughout the filling.
- Powdered sugar - Sweetens the mixture and helps thicken it into a dough you can roll into balls.
- Vanilla - Rounds out the flavors and adds a warm, bakery-style aroma to the truffles.
- White almond bark - Melts into a smooth, sweet coating that encases the truffle centers.
- Sprinkles - Give the finished truffles a fun, festive look that's perfect for Christmas cookie trays.
instructions
Step 1 - Add all of the truffle ingredients (except the white almond bark) to the bowl of a stand mixer. Beat on medium speed until the mixture is thick, smooth, and everything is evenly combined, scraping down the sides of the bowl as needed.
Step 2 - Scoop and roll the truffle mixture into 1-inch balls (a small cookie scoop works great) and place them on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Transfer the pan to the freezer and chill the truffles for about 15 minutes, or until firm.
Step 3 - Melt the white almond bark according to the package directions until smooth. Using a fork or dipping tool, roll each chilled truffle in the melted coating, letting the excess drip off, then place back on the parchment and immediately top with sprinkles. Let the coating set, then serve and enjoy!
Expert Tips for Perfect Truffles
- Soften the cream cheese completely. Room-temperature cream cheese blends much more smoothly and prevents lumps in the truffle mixture.
- Chop the cranberries finely. Smaller pieces mix in more evenly so every bite has a bit of tart cranberry and chocolate.
- Chill before dipping. Freezing the rolled truffle centers for about 15 minutes helps them hold their shape when you dip them in the warm almond bark.
- Melt the almond bark gently. Use short bursts in the microwave, stirring between each, so it melts smooth and doesn't scorch.
- Work in small batches. Only pull a few truffles out of the freezer at a time so they stay firm while you're dipping.
- Add sprinkles right away. The coating sets quickly, so sprinkle each truffle immediately after dipping so the decorations stick.
Yes. Because they're made with cream cheese, the truffles should be stored in the refrigerator when you're not serving them.
Fresh cranberries add too much moisture and can make the filling watery. Dried cranberries work best for a sweet-tart flavor and chewy texture.
You can, but almond bark melts more smoothly and sets up with a slightly firmer coating. If using white chocolate chips, add a tiny bit of shortening or coconut oil to help them melt and coat more easily.
Absolutely. You can swap the dried cranberries for chopped dried cherries or raisins, or use mini white chocolate chips or dark chocolate chips instead of regular chocolate chips.
If the mixture feels too soft or sticky, chill it in the refrigerator for 20-30 minutes, then try rolling again.
How to Store Vanilla Cranberry Chocolate Chip Truffles
- Refrigerator: Store truffles in a single layer (or with parchment between layers) in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 5 days.
- Freezer: For longer storage, freeze in a freezer-safe container for up to 2 months. Thaw in the refrigerator overnight before serving.
These truffles freeze well, so make them for Christmas ahead of time. If you're looking for more holiday treats, check out our Pumpkin Cheesecake Cookies, Matcha White Chocolate Cookies, Coconut Oil Chocolate Chip Cookies, and Maple Cheesecake Bars!
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Vanilla Cranberry Chocolate Chip Truffles
Ingredients
- 1- 8 Ounce Package Cream Cheese Softened
- ⅓ Cup Chopped Dried Cranberries
- ⅓ Cup Chocolate Chips
- 1 Cup Powdered Sugar
- 1 Teaspoon Vanilla
- 16 Ounces White Almond Bark
- Sprinkles
Instructions
- Step 1 - Add all of the truffle ingredients (except the white almond bark) to the bowl of a stand mixer. Beat on medium speed until the mixture is thick, smooth, and everything is evenly combined, scraping down the sides of the bowl as needed.
- Step 2 - Scoop and roll the truffle mixture into 1-inch balls (a small cookie scoop works great) and place them on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Transfer the pan to the freezer and chill the truffles for about 15 minutes, or until firm.
- Step 3 - Melt the white almond bark according to the package directions until smooth. Using a fork or dipping tool, roll each chilled truffle in the melted coating, letting the excess drip off, then place back on the parchment and immediately top with sprinkles. Let the coating set, then serve and enjoy!
Notes
- Softened cream cheese: Make sure the cream cheese is fully softened so it blends smoothly with the powdered sugar and doesn't leave lumps.
- Chop the cranberries: Finely chopping the dried cranberries helps them distribute evenly so every truffle has a bit of tart-sweet flavor.
- Freeze before dipping: Chilling the rolled truffle centers for about 15 minutes makes them much easier to dip in the melted almond bark without falling apart.
- Work in batches: If the almond bark starts to thicken as you dip, gently rewarm it in short bursts so it stays smooth and glossy.
- Customize the topping: Swap the sprinkles for crushed candy canes, sanding sugar, or a drizzle of dark chocolate for a different look and flavor.
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They all sound like the very thing for the holidays!
Looks like a great heart warming treat for the holidays! I bet they would be a hit at any get together
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These look really nice to me. My favorite thing though, is that there are cranberries in it. I love cranberries!
Cranberries are one of my favorite fruits!
Love these treat ideas! I have a sweet tooth around the holidays
I've been looking for some new treats to make for the holidays. These all sound delicious, thank you for sharing them with us.
Everything on this page looks so yummy. My mom needs to make me some truffles because I don't have the patience to!