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Festive Mint Snowballs

Category: Let's Bake Something Wonderful

Blend cookies and mint cream into soft truffles, coat with white chocolate, and sprinkle with cracked candy canes. Perfect for any festive occasion.

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Updated on Thu, 08 May 2025 17:59:35 GMT
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These festive peppermint snowball treats mix cool minty fillings with a smooth white chocolate outer layer and bits of crushed candy canes. They're super easy to whip up without baking, packed with holiday flavor, and make wonderful gifts or party snacks.

Festive in Every Nibble

Cool peppermint and smooth chocolate come together in these tiny delights. The bits of candy cane add a nice pop and holiday touch, making them just right for your Christmas get-togethers.

What You Need

  • Cookies: 1 1/2 cups smashed chocolate sandwich cookies
  • Sugar: 1 cup powdered
  • Cream Cheese: 1 cup softened
  • Peppermint: 1 tsp extract
  • White Chocolate: 1 1/2 cups chips
  • Candy Canes: 1/2 cup smashed

Let's Make Them

Set and Serve
Let them firm up in the fridge for about 15 minutes
Dip and Top
Cover balls with melted chocolate then add candy cane bits
Melt Coating
Heat white chocolate in small intervals stirring till it's smooth
Roll Balls
Shape into 1-inch rounds and cool for 15 minutes
Mix Center
Combine cookies sugar cream cheese and peppermint till it's all blended
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Winter Wonder

These little snowballs will brighten any dessert spread during the holidays. Everyone loves the mix of smooth centers, crunchy outside, and refreshing peppermint flavor at Christmas parties.

Recipe FAQs

→ How long in advance can I prep these?

Keep them chilled for a week in the fridge or freeze up to 3 months. Thaw in the fridge for the best texture.

→ Why’s my white chocolate clumping?

Cheap chocolate can be tricky. Use quality chips and heat gradually in short bursts, stirring frequently to avoid lumps.

→ Can I use another type of cookie?

Sure! Chocolate sandwich cookies are great, but wafers or graham crackers also work well.

→ Why’s the chocolate layer cracking?

If the centers are too cold, they might cause the coating to split. Let the balls warm up a little before dipping.

→ What’s the easiest way to crush candy canes?

Set them in a plastic bag and whack them with a rolling pin. Or give them a quick spin in the food processor for fine bits.

Minty Snowballs

Soft cookie and cream cheese balls dipped in white chocolate and topped with peppermint bits. A cheerful no-bake holiday favorite.

Preparation Time
35 min
Cooking Time
~
Total Time
35 min

Category: Sweet Kitchen

Difficulty Level: Easy

Cuisine: American

Yield: 24 Servings (24)

Dietary Preferences: Vegetarian

Ingredients

01 1/2 cup crushed candy canes or peppermint candies.
02 1 cup softened cream cheese.
03 1 teaspoon peppermint flavor.
04 1 1/2 cups crushed chocolate cookie sandwiches (like Oreos).
05 1 1/2 cups white chocolate chips.
06 1 cup powdered sugar.

Directions

Step 01

Combine cream cheese, crushed cookies, powdered sugar, and peppermint extract until it's smooth.

Step 02

Shape into small 1-inch balls, then lay them on a lined baking tray. Chill for 15-20 minutes.

Step 03

Microwave white chocolate in short 20-second intervals, stirring each time, till melted.

Step 04

Dip the cold balls into the melted white chocolate and let the extra drip off.

Step 05

Sprinkle the crushed peppermint bits over the dipped balls before the chocolate sets.

Step 06

Put the coated balls in the fridge for 10-15 minutes until the chocolate gets firm.

Notes

  1. Store in a freezer if prepping early.
  2. Pick high-quality white chocolate for better results.
  3. Let the centers soften just a bit before dipping.
  4. Keep them cold for the best texture.
  5. Switch up the cookies for new flavors.

Required Equipment

  • Cookie sheet.
  • Non-stick parchment.
  • Bowl that can go in the microwave.

Allergen Information

Check all ingredients for potential allergens and consult a medical professional if uncertain.
  • Includes dairy like cream cheese and white chocolate.
  • Contains wheat from the cookies.

Nutritional Information (per serving)

These details are for reference only and shouldn't replace medical advice.
  • Calories: 165
  • Fats: 8 g
  • Carbohydrates: 22 g
  • Proteins: 2 g