Gluten free creamy orange snowball truffles recipe

There’s something magical about the combination of citrus and cream—especially when wrapped in a snowy blanket of coconut. These Creamy Orange Snowball Truffles are bite-sized delights bursting with orange zest, creamy texture, and a melt-in-your-mouth coconut coating. Perfect for holiday platters, summer brunches, or just a weekday pick-me-up, these truffles are completely gluten-free and incredibly easy to make—no baking required!

Ingredients:

• 1 cup white chocolate chips (gluten-free certified)

• 1/4 cup heavy cream

• 4 oz cream cheese, softened

• 1 tsp orange extract

• Zest of 1 orange

• 1/2 cup powdered sugar

• 1 1/2 cups finely shredded unsweetened coconut (divided)

• Pinch of salt

• Instructions:

  1. Melt & Mix:
     In a small saucepan or microwave-safe bowl, melt the white chocolate chips with the heavy cream until smooth. Stir frequently and do not overheat.

  2. Cream it Up:
     In a medium bowl, beat the softened cream cheese until fluffy. Mix in orange extract, orange zest, and a pinch of salt.

  3. Combine:
     Stir in the melted white chocolate mixture. Gradually mix in the powdered sugar and 1/2 cup of the shredded coconut until the mixture is thick and uniform.

  4. Chill:
     Cover and refrigerate the mixture for at least 1 hour or until firm enough to roll.

  5. Roll & Coat:
     Scoop out small spoonfuls and roll into 1-inch balls. Roll each ball in the remaining coconut to coat like little snowballs.

  6. Set & Serve:
     Place truffles on a parchment-lined tray and chill for another 30 minutes. Store in an airtight container in the fridge up to 5 days.

     Optional Add-ins:

     • A drop of natural orange food coloring for an extra citrus glow

     • Chopped dried cranberries or pistachios for texture inside the truffle