Description
These Orange Chocolate Christmas Truffles are easy, no-bake holiday treats full of citrus and chocolate. Perfect for parties or gifting.
Ingredients
Scale
- 500 grams (18 oz) chocolate biscuits (see Note 1)
- 300 grams sweetened condensed milk (see Note 2)
- 1/4 cup orange juice (freshly squeezed preferred)
- 2 tablespoons orange zest
- 1/4 cup chocolate sprinkles
- 1/4 cup orange-colored sprinkles
Instructions
- Crush the biscuits: Place chocolate biscuits in a food processor and pulse until finely crushed. Alternatively, seal in a zip-top bag and crush with a rolling pin.
- Mix the base: In a large mixing bowl, combine crushed biscuits, sweetened condensed milk, orange juice, and orange zest. Stir until everything is evenly mixed and a sticky dough forms.
- Chill for easier handling: Cover the bowl and refrigerate for 15–20 minutes. This firms up the mixture and makes it easier to roll.
- Form the truffles: Scoop out tablespoon-sized portions and roll them into balls using your hands.
- Decorate: Pour chocolate sprinkles and orange sprinkles into separate bowls. Roll half the truffles in chocolate sprinkles and the other half in orange sprinkles, coating completely.
- Set and store: Place truffles on a parchment-lined tray and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to firm up. Transfer to an airtight container and store chilled.
Notes
Note 1: Any crisp, dry chocolate biscuit works. Arnott’s Chocolate Ripple or similar varieties are ideal. Avoid cream-filled cookies.
Note 2: Use full-fat sweetened condensed milk for best texture and binding. Low-fat versions may be too thin.
Fresh orange juice gives the best flavor, but bottled can be used in a pinch.
For a smoother coating, chill the rolled truffles briefly before rolling in sprinkles.
To make ahead, freeze truffles for up to 1 month in a sealed container.