Description
These no-bake Strawberry Cheesecake Truffles feature a creamy cheesecake filling, sweet-tart strawberries, and a vibrant matcha white chocolate coating. They’re perfect for gifting or a luxurious treat!
Ingredients
Scale
- 200g (7oz) Cream Cheese, Softened: Full-fat for a rich texture.
- 50g (1 ½oz) Unsalted Butter, Softened: Adds richness and binds the mixture.
- 80g (⅓ cup) Powdered Sugar: Provides sweetness and a smooth texture.
- 1 tsp (5ml) Alcohol-Free Vanilla Extract: Enhances the flavor.
- 60g (½ cup) Finely Crushed Graham Crackers: Adds textural contrast and flavor.
- 30g (¼ cup) Freeze-Dried Strawberries, Finely Ground: Intense strawberry flavor without moisture.
- 150g (5 ½oz) Halal-Certified White Chocolate, Chopped: For a smooth, glossy coating.
- 1 tbsp (15ml) Heavy Cream: Adds richness to the coating.
- 1 tbsp (7g) Matcha Powder: Provides color and a slightly bitter flavor.
- 1 tbsp (15ml) Vegetable Oil: Thins the coating for easier dipping.
- Pinch of Salt: Enhances flavors.
- Extra Freeze-Dried Strawberry Powder, for Dusting (Optional)
Instructions
- Cream Cheese Base: Beat cream cheese and butter until fluffy. Mix in powdered sugar and vanilla.
- Strawberry & Graham: Gently fold in crushed graham crackers and strawberry powder.
- First Chill: Refrigerate mixture for at least 30 minutes to firm up.
- Shape Truffles: Roll chilled mixture into small balls and place on parchment paper.
- Second Chill: Refrigerate truffles for 15 minutes to solidify.
- Matcha Coating: Melt white chocolate, heavy cream, and oil. Whisk in matcha and salt.
- Dip & Coat: Dip chilled truffles in matcha coating and place back on parchment.
- Garnish & Set: Dust with strawberry powder (optional) and refrigerate for 20 minutes to set.
Notes
For best results, use high-quality white chocolate and ensure the cream cheese is fully softened. Chilling the mixture thoroughly is key to easy rolling and coating.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-bake
- Cuisine: Fusion
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 truffle
- Calories: 150 kcal
- Sugar: 10 g
- Sodium: 25 mg
- Fat: 10 g
- Saturated Fat: 6 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 15 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 2 g
- Cholesterol: 30 mg
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