15 Christmas Truffle Recipes to Make for Parties and Holiday Gifts

Find Christmas truffle recipes, from peppermint Oreo and gingerbread cheesecake to salted caramel and pistachio. Perfect for holiday parties, dessert trays, and homemade gifts.

Every December, my dessert plans seem to grow faster than the time I have to make them. Between Christmas cookies, cakes, and all the little treats that look tempting on Pinterest, I like having a few recipes that don’t require turning the kitchen into a full-day baking project. Christmas truffles are perfect for that: small, easy to serve, and simple to prepare ahead when the holiday calendar starts filling up.

Chocolate is an obvious place to start, but I’d never stop there. A good truffle can taste like gingerbread, a chocolate orange, a salted caramel, or your favorite Christmas cookie. Some are ideal for a party platter, while others are worth packing into a little box for someone you love. Here are 15 Christmas truffle recipes I’d put on my holiday baking list, with options for different tastes, occasions, and levels of effort.

Christmas Truffle Recipes

1. Peppermint Oreo Truffles

Not in the mood to bake? No problem! Peppermint Oreo truffles combine crushed chocolate sandwich cookies, cream cheese, and a white chocolate coating for a dessert that’s easy to prepare and fun to decorate. Add crushed candy canes on top, and you’ve got a Christmas favorite that’s hard to resist.

2. Classic Chocolate Christmas Truffles

Chocolate truffles are the classic for a reason, and you can’t change my mind. Made with chocolate and warm cream, these have a rich, smooth center that you can finish with cocoa powder, chopped nuts, or chocolate shavings. I’d keep a batch in the fridge for those evenings when a little chocolate is exactly what you need.

3. Gingerbread Cheesecake Truffles

If you love gingerbread cookies, you’re going to love these truffles. Crushed gingerbread cookies and cream cheese create a creamy, spiced filling, while a white chocolate coating adds a sweet finish. They’re my pick for anyone who wants Christmas flavors in a dessert that doesn’t require rolling out cookie dough.

4. White Chocolate Cranberry Truffles

White chocolate and cranberry are a combination I can always get behind. The creamy sweetness of the chocolate balances the tartness of dried cranberries, giving these truffles a little more character. Save this recipe for your Christmas dessert box when you want something fruity among all the chocolate treats.

5. Chocolate Hazelnut Truffles

If chocolate hazelnut spread is already a favorite in your kitchen, these truffles are right up your alley. The filling combines chocolate hazelnut spread with crushed wafers or cookies, then gets coated in chocolate and finished with toasted hazelnuts. That little crunch makes all the difference.

6. Sugar Cookie Truffles

Love sugar cookies but don’t feel like making another batch from scratch? These truffles are the answer. They’re a fun choice for a cookie exchange, especially when you want to bring something a little different from the usual cutout cookies.

7. Salted Caramel Chocolate Truffles

Chocolate and caramel are a match made for dessert, but that pinch of salt is what makes these truffles special. A chocolate ganache center with thick caramel delivers a rich filling, while a dark chocolate coating keeps the sweetness in check. If you ask me, these are one of the best options for a homemade Christmas gift.

8. Pistachio White Chocolate Truffles

Any recipe with pistachios is an immediate yes for me, and these truffles are no exception. Finely ground pistachios add a nutty flavor to the white chocolate filling, while extra chopped nuts on the outside provide a little crunch. Pair them with dark chocolate truffles for an assortment that offers more than one flavor.

9. Red Velvet Cake Truffles

Have leftover red velvet cake? Put it to good use with these easy cake truffles. Crumbled cake mixed with just enough frosting forms the center, and a white chocolate shell gives each bite a sweet finish. I love the idea of leaving a few red velvet crumbs on top instead of reaching for another handful of sprinkles.

10. Eggnog Truffles

If eggnog is one of your Christmas favorites, these truffles deserve a spot on your dessert list. White chocolate, cream, and a little nutmeg create a smooth filling inspired by the holiday drink, with cinnamon adding extra spice if you like it. Serve them after dinner with coffee for a small dessert that packs plenty of flavor.

11. Coconut Snowman Truffles

These coconut snowman truffles are for anyone who prefers a creamy, chewy treat over a rich chocolate center. White chocolate, coconut, and condensed milk create the filling, while a coating of shredded coconut gives each ball its snowy finish. They’re a lovely alternative when your Christmas sweets collection already has plenty of chocolate.

12. Peanut Butter Chocolate Truffles

These coconut snowman truffles are for anyone who prefers a creamy, chewy treat over a rich chocolate center. White chocolate, coconut, and condensed milk create the filling, while a coating of shredded coconut gives each ball its snowy finish.

13. Orange Chocolate Truffles

Orange chocolate truffles offer a little citrus brightness alongside the richness of dark chocolate. Finely grated orange zest adds fragrance to the ganache, while a dark chocolate coating keeps the filling from tasting too sweet. I’d pick these for a dessert assortment that already includes caramel and cookies, because citrus gives the palate a different direction.

14. Christmas Pudding Chocolate Truffles

If you love Christmas pudding but want something easier to serve at a holiday gathering, these truffles are worth trying. Crumbled Christmas pudding is combined with melted chocolate or another suitable binder, rolled into bite-sized balls, and finished with a chocolate coating. Add a little white chocolate on top to mimic the traditional icing, and you’ve got a miniature version of a Christmas classic.

15. No-Bake Christmas Tree Truffles

Not in the mood to bake? These no-bake Christmas tree truffles are a fun way to add a little creativity to your holiday dessert table. Make a firm truffle mixture using crushed cookies and cream cheese, shape it into small cones, then dip or drizzle with green-tinted white chocolate. Finish with tiny sprinkles or a little star on top to turn each one into an edible Christmas tree.