White Chocolate Peppermint Truffles (Festive, Creamy & Perfect for Holidays!)

Name: Homemade Chili: The Ultimate Comfort Bowl
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 1 h
Total time: 1 h 15 min
Yield: 6–8 servings
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Sarah Smith
4 days ago
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Updated: 15 hours ago

Stacked white chocolate truffles with chocolate drizzle and crushed candy, surrounded by cookies and a glass of milk on a wooden board.

These White Chocolate Peppermint Truffles are creamy, cool, and melt-in-your-mouth delicious. With a smooth white chocolate center and crunchy peppermint coating, they bring all the festive holiday flavors in one easy bite.

Recipe Card

Prep Time: 20 minutes Chill Time: 1 hour Total Time: 1 hour 20 minutes Servings: 20–24 truffles

Ingredients

8 oz white chocolate, finely chopped
¼ cup heavy cream
1 tablespoon butter
½ teaspoon vanilla
¼ teaspoon peppermint extract
½ cup crushed candy canes (for coating)

Instructions

1. Heat the cream

Warm heavy cream in a small saucepan until steaming (not boiling).

2. Melt the chocolate

Place white chocolate in a bowl and pour hot cream over it. Add butter. Let it sit for 2 minutes.

3. Stir until smooth

Whisk until creamy and silky. Add vanilla and peppermint extract.

4. Chill the mixture

Cover and refrigerate 1 hour, or until firm enough to scoop.

5. Roll into balls

Scoop into small balls and roll with your hands.

6. Coat in candy canes

Roll each truffle in crushed candy canes until fully coated.

7. Chill again

Refrigerate 10–15 minutes to set.

Conclusion

These White Chocolate Peppermint Truffles are smooth, festive, and absolutely perfect for Christmas dessert boards. Serve them with Oreo Truffles, Gingerbread Truffles, or Cinnamon Sugar Pecans for a holiday treat tray that everyone will rave about.

FAQ

Q: Can I use any type of white chocolate for these truffles?

A: For the smoothest, creamiest truffles, use high-quality white chocolate bars or white chocolate melting wafers. White chocolate chips can work, but they don’t melt as smoothly because they contain stabilizers.

Q: Do I need to chill the mixture before rolling the truffles?

A: Yes. Chilling for at least 1–2 hours helps the mixture firm up so the truffles hold their shape. If the mixture is still too soft after chilling, pop it back into the fridge for another 20–30 minutes.

Q: Can I make these peppermint truffles ahead of time?

A: Absolutely. These truffles are perfect for making ahead! Store them in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 1 week, or freeze them for up to 2 months.

Q: How do I keep the truffles from melting while dipping them?

A: Work in small batches. Keep half the rolled truffles in the refrigerator while dipping the others. This keeps them firm and prevents them from softening in the warm chocolate.

Q: Can I use peppermint extract instead of crushed candy canes?

A: Yes! A few drops of pure peppermint extract add great flavor. If using both extract and crushed candy canes, taste as you go so the peppermint doesn’t overpower the sweetness of the white chocolate.

Q: Why did my chocolate seize or get clumpy?

A: White chocolate can seize easily if overheated. Melt it low and slow—use a double boiler or microwave in 15-second intervals, stirring often. Avoid letting any water or steam touch the chocolate.

Q: How should I store these truffles?

A: Keep them in an airtight container in the refrigerator. If stacking, place parchment between layers to prevent sticking. Let them sit at room temperature for 5–10 minutes before serving for the creamiest texture.

Q: Can these truffles be gifted?

A: Definitely! These truffles are packaged beautifully for holiday gifting. Place them in mini paper candy cups and store them in a festive tin with wax paper. Keep chilled until gifting, especially if your home is warm.