Cookie Dough Truffles
Ingredients
- 1¾ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup unsalted butter
softened to room temperature
- ¾ cup light brown sugar
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- 1½ teaspoons vanilla extract
- 2 tablespoons heavy cream
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- 1½ cups mini semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 15 ounces dark chocolate melting wafers
I used Ghirardelli brand
- 4 ounces milk chocolate melting wafers
I used Ghirardelli brand
Directions
- 1
Preheat the oven to 300°F. Line two baking sheets with parchment paper. Set one aside.
- 2
On the second baking sheet, with parchment paper, evenly spread the all-purpose flour across the surface of the baking sheet.
- 3
Bake the flour for 5 to 7 minutes, watching it carefully to ensure that the flour does not burn. You are treating the flour to kill any bacteria before using it in raw cookie dough.
- 4
Remove the flour from the oven and allow it to cool completely before using it in this recipe.
- 5
Using a stand mixer or large mixing bowl with a handheld mixer on medium speed, cream together the butter, light brown sugar, granulated sugar, and vanilla extract. Beat until the butter and sugars are light and fluffy.
- 6
Slow the mixer speed to low and add the heavy cream. Mix for 30 seconds to 1 minute or until the heavy cream has been fully incorporated.
- 7
With the mixer still on low, slowly add the treated flour, ½ cup at a time, and the salt. Mix until the flour is well incorporated.
- 8
Using a large wooden spoon, mix the mini semi-sweet chocolate chips into the dough until they are evenly distributed.
- 9
Cover the cookie dough and refrigerate for 30 minutes.
- 10
Using a 1-inch (1 tablespoon) cookie scoop, scoop out the dough and gently roll it in the palm of your hand to form a ball. Place the dough ball onto the second baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Repeat until all the dough has been formed into balls. Place the tray into the refrigerator to chill the dough balls for an additional 10 to 15 minutes.
- 11
In a medium, microwave-safe bowl, melt the dark chocolate wafers for 1 minute at 50% power. Stir and heat in 30-second increments until fully melted and smooth.
- 12
Roll each cookie dough ball in the melted chocolate. Lift the chocolate-coated cookie dough truffle out of the bowl of melted chocolate using a fork, and gently tap the fork on the side of the bowl to allow any excess chocolate to drip off and to smooth the chocolate on the truffle.
- 13
Place the chocolate-coated cookie dough truffles back onto the parchment paper-lined baking sheet. Repeat until all the cookie dough balls are coated in the melted chocolate. Set aside.
- 14
In a small microwave-safe bowl, melt the milk chocolate wafers for 1 minute at 50% power. Stir and heat in 30-second intervals until melted and smooth.
- 15
Transfer the melted milk chocolate to a small piping bag, with the tip cut off, and drizzle the milk chocolate over the tops of each cookie dough truffle.
- 16
Place the sheet of chocolate-coated cookie dough truffles back into the refrigerator for 5 to 10 minutes to allow the chocolate to set before serving.
Cookie Dough Truffles
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About this Recipe
Craving a delightful sweet treat that’s perfect for sharing or gifting? These homemade Cookie Dough Truffles are your answer, combining a rich, soft center with a perfectly decadent chocolate coating that’s sure to impress.
Why This Recipe Works
This recipe shines by delivering a classic comfort food in a sophisticated, bite-sized package. The secret lies in creating a wonderfully soft, buttery cookie dough that forms the heart of each truffle, perfectly balanced with the sweet crunch of mini semi-sweet chocolate chips. Encased in a dual layer of dark and milk chocolate, these truffles offer a complex flavor and texture experience that’s truly special.
What to Expect
You can expect a rich, sweet indulgence with every bite. The interior is wonderfully tender, offering that familiar, comforting taste of classic cookie dough, while the exterior provides a satisfying snap and melt-in-your-mouth chocolate finish. They're a delightful blend of textures and flavors, making them an ideal treat for any occasion. These truffles are designed to be a straightforward project, yielding an impressive number of servings perfect for gatherings.
Customization & Variations
You can easily tailor the chocolate coating to your preference. While this recipe calls for both dark and milk chocolate melting wafers, feel free to adjust the ratio to be more dark or more milk chocolate, or use entirely one or the other based on your taste. For an extra touch of flavor, you could try incorporating a different extract alongside or in place of some of the vanilla in the cookie dough base, though vanilla extract always shines.
Serving & Context
These Cookie Dough Truffles are an excellent choice for potlucks, party platters, or as thoughtful homemade gifts. Arrange them in decorative mini cupcake liners or a gift box for a beautiful presentation. They also make a fantastic treat to have on hand for when a sweet craving strikes.