Indulge in these irresistible Chocolate Cherry Cheesecake Truffles Easy recipe for a decadent dessert that satisfies your sweet cravings 151 chars
Ingredients
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8 oz cream cheese (softened)
1 cup powdered sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
½ cup cherry preserves or fresh cherries (chopped)
1 ½ cups semi-sweet chocolate chips
1 tablespoon coconut oil
Cocoa powder or crushed nuts for coating
Instructions
Make the Cheesecake Mixture: In a medium bowl, combine the softened cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract. Use a hand mixer to blend these ingredients until smooth and creamy.
Add Cherry Goodness: Incorporate the cherry preserves or chopped cherries into the cream cheese mixture. Stir gently to ensure even distribution.
Form the Truffles: Scoop out small portions of the mixture and roll them into balls, about 1-inch in diameter. Refrigerate for about 30 minutes.
Melt the Chocolate: In a microwave-safe bowl, combine the chocolate chips and coconut oil. Heat in 30-second intervals, stirring until fully melted.
Coat the Truffles: Dip each chilled truffle into the melted chocolate, coating completely, and sprinkle with cocoa powder or crushed nuts.
Chill & Enjoy: Let the coated truffles chill in the fridge for an additional 30 minutes until the chocolate hardens.
