Introduction

These charming No-Bake Snowman Truffles are a delightful treat perfect for winter gatherings or festive celebrations. Easy to make and completely dairy-free, they combine creamy, crumbly centers with a smooth white chocolate coating and playful decorations.

The image shows a group of small snowman-shaped treats arranged closely together on a white marbled surface dusted with powdered sugar. Each snowman has two smooth, round, white layers stacked to form the body and head. Their faces feature two small black dot eyes, an orange carrot-shaped nose, and a simple smiling mouth in black. Wrapped around their necks are thin, textured red scarves that look sugary or gummy, adding a bright contrast. Three small black buttons run vertically down the front of each snowman's body. The scene gives a cozy, festive feeling with sharp, clear details and soft lighting. Photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Ingredients

150g golden Oreo cookies (or plain / gluten-free biscuits)
60g vegan or dairy-free cream cheese
200g dairy-free white chocolate
Black food gel
Orange food gel
Strawberry laces or candy pencils (for the scarf)

Instructions

Step 1: Line a baking tray with greaseproof paper and set aside.
Step 2: Crush the cookies into fine crumbs using a food processor or blender. If you don’t have one, crush with a rolling pin inside a sealed bag until crumb-like.
Step 3: Transfer the cookie crumbs to a large mixing bowl and add the dairy-free cream cheese. Mix thoroughly until a sticky mixture forms that holds together when squeezed.
Step 4: With clean hands, shape 20g of the mixture into a larger ball and 7g into a smaller ball. Place the smaller ball on top of the larger one to form a snowman shape. Arrange on the prepared tray and repeat with remaining mixture.
Step 5: Freeze the assembled snowmen for about 20 minutes until firm to the touch.
Step 6: While chilling, melt the white chocolate in a heatproof bowl over a saucepan of boiling water (bain-marie), or gently in the microwave until smooth.
Step 7: Remove the snowmen from the freezer and dip each into the melted white chocolate to coat fully. Use a toothpick or fork and spoon method to cover, allowing excess chocolate to drip off. Repeat coating if you want a thicker layer.
Step 8: Place coated truffles back on the tray and return to the freezer for 5–10 minutes until the chocolate sets firmly.
Step 9: Prepare the decorations by coloring some leftover white chocolate black and orange using food gel. Transfer each to piping bags and snip small tips off.
Step 10: Pipe an orange carrot nose, black eyes, mouth, and buttons onto each snowman.
Step 11: Cut strawberry lace sweets to size and wrap around the snowmen to create scarves. Use melted white chocolate to stick them if needed.
Step 12: Return decorated snowmen to the freezer for 5 minutes to set the details.
Step 13: Serve chilled and enjoy your festive, no-bake snowman truffles!

Tips & Variations

Use gluten-free biscuits to make these truffles suitable for gluten sensitivities.
For a richer flavor, try mixing a spoonful of vegan butter into the cream cheese mixture.
Decorate with mini chocolate chips or edible glitter for extra fun embellishments.
If you don’t have food gel, colored candy melts can be a good alternative for decoration.

Storage

Store the snowman truffles in an airtight container in the freezer for up to 2 weeks. Thaw slightly before serving for the best texture. If refrigerated, they may soften quickly, so keeping them frozen is ideal. Reheat decorations gently if needed by placing truffles back in the freezer for a few minutes.

How to Serve

The image shows a group of small snowman-shaped sweets arranged on a white marbled surface dusted with powdered sugar that looks like snow. Each snowman has two creamy white round layers stacked for the body and head. They have small black dot eyes and buttons, with a small curved black mouth. An orange carrot-shaped nose sticks out on each face. Around their necks is a red sugar candy strip made to look like a scarf, wrapped snugly. In the background, there are white decorative houses and green frosted small pine trees, adding a cozy winter scene. Photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I use regular cream cheese instead of dairy-free?

Yes, regular cream cheese can be used if you have no dietary restrictions. The texture and taste will remain delicious but the truffles won’t be vegan.

How do I prevent the white chocolate coating from cracking?

Make sure to chill the truffles well before dipping and handle them gently while coating. Tempering the white chocolate properly can help create a smooth, stable shell that’s less likely to crack.