Description
These Bailey’s Irish Cream Truffles are rich, creamy, and coated in smooth chocolate, perfect for an indulgent treat or festive dessert. Made with cream cheese, butter, graham cracker crumbs, and infused with the distinctive flavor of Bailey’s Irish Cream, these no-bake truffles are easy to make and delightfully decadent.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients
- 8 oz cream cheese, room temperature
- 4 tbsp butter, room temperature
- 2 tbsp Bailey’s Irish Cream
- 1/2 cup crushed graham cracker crumbs
- 4 cups powdered sugar
Coating
- 1 package chocolate chips (approximately 10-12 oz)
- 1 package white chocolate chips (approximately 10-12 oz)
Instructions
- Cream Ingredients: In a mixing bowl, cream together the butter, Bailey’s Irish Cream, and cream cheese until the mixture is light and fluffy, ensuring a smooth base for the truffles.
- Add Graham Cracker Crumbs: Mix in the crushed graham cracker crumbs thoroughly, distributing them evenly through the creamy mixture.
- Incorporate Powdered Sugar: Gradually add powdered sugar, one cup at a time, mixing well after each addition until fully incorporated and the mixture becomes thick and moldable.
- Chill the Mixture: Cover the mixture and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or preferably overnight, to firm up for easier shaping.
- Scoop and Shape: Using a spoon or cookie scoop, form the chilled mixture into small balls and place them on a sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Freeze Balls: Transfer the shaped balls into the freezer for 10-15 minutes to firm them further before dipping.
- Melt Chocolates: While the truffle mixture is chilling, melt the chocolate chips in the microwave in 30-second increments, stirring between each, until completely smooth. Repeat with white chocolate chips for drizzling later.
- Dip Truffles: Dip each truffle ball into the melted chocolate, ensuring they are fully covered, then return them to the parchment paper.
- Set Coating: Allow the chocolate-coated truffles to cool at room temperature until the chocolate hardens, forming a firm shell.
- Decorate: Using a spoon, drizzle the remaining melted white chocolate over the hardened truffles for an attractive finish.
- Storage: Store the finished truffles covered in the refrigerator for up to 5 days to preserve freshness.
Notes
- For best results, chill the mixture overnight rather than just 2 hours.
- Make sure chocolates are not overheated to prevent burning; stir well after each microwave interval.
- Use parchment or wax paper to prevent sticking while setting the truffles.
- These truffles can be frozen for longer storage; thaw in the refrigerator before serving.
- Adjust the amount of Bailey’s Irish Cream to taste but be cautious as too much liquid can affect texture.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 truffle (approx. 20g)
- Calories: 120 kcal
- Sugar: 15 g
- Sodium: 45 mg
- Fat: 6 g
- Saturated Fat: 3.5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 16 g
- Fiber: 0.5 g
- Protein: 1 g
- Cholesterol: 15 mg
