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Gingerbread Truffles

Gingerbread Truffles – Spicy, Sweet, and Totally Festive

These Gingerbread Truffles are bite-sized, rich, and full of holiday spice. With ginger, cinnamon, and molasses flavor, dipped in chocolate, they make the perfect sweet treat for gifting or holiday snacking.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Chill 1 hour
Servings: 24 truffles
Course: Dessert, Holiday Treat
Cuisine: American
Calories: 80
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup graham cracker crumbs
  • 1/2 cup powdered sugar
  • 1 tsp ground ginger
  • 1 tsp ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 tsp ground cloves
  • 1/4 cup molasses
  • 1/4 tsp vanilla extract
  • 6 oz semi-sweet or dark chocolate melted

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • Baking sheet
  • Parchment paper
  • Microwave-safe bowl or double boiler for chocolate

Method
 

Mix the Base
  1. In a medium bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs, powdered sugar, ginger, cinnamon, and cloves. Stir in molasses and vanilla until a dough forms.
Shape Truffles
  1. Roll dough into 1-inch balls. Place on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
Chill
  1. Refrigerate 30–60 minutes until firm.
Dip in Chocolate
  1. Using a fork or toothpick, dip each truffle into melted chocolate. Return to the parchment to set.
Serve or Store
  1. Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 1 week.

Notes

Optional: Sprinkle with crushed gingerbread cookies or holiday sprinkles before chocolate sets.
Make ahead: Can be made a day or two before serving.
For a boozy twist: Add 1–2 tsp of bourbon or rum to the dough.