These festive Blue Christmas Truffles are the perfect sweet treat to bring holiday magic to your dessert table. With their striking blue coating and rich, creamy chocolate ganache center, they’re as beautiful as they are delicious. Whether you’re hosting a holiday party or looking for an impressive homemade gift, these truffles deliver elegance without requiring professional pastry skills.
The best part? You only need a handful of ingredients and about 45 minutes from start to finish. The combination of smooth white chocolate ganache rolled in a vibrant blue coating creates a stunning winter wonderland effect that’ll have everyone asking for your secret. They’re rich enough to satisfy any chocolate craving but small enough that you can enjoy a few without guilt.
Why I Love These
These truffles transform simple ingredients into something that looks like it came from a high-end chocolatier, making them perfect for impressing guests or gifting to loved ones.
The creamy white chocolate ganache melts in your mouth with a luxurious texture, while the blue coating adds a festive pop of color that screams holiday cheer.
I make these every Christmas season because they’re easy enough for a weeknight project but special enough to be the star of any cookie exchange or dessert spread.
Ingredients
- 2 cups white chocolate chips.
- 2 tablespoons heavy cream.
- 2 tablespoons Blue Curacao.
- 1/2 cup sanding sugar.
How To Make
- Melt chocolate and cream in intervals.
- Stir in Blue Curacao until mixed.
- Chill 2 hours until firm.
- Roll into balls.
- Coat in sanding sugar.
- Chill 1 hour to set.
- Keep refrigerated.
Nutrition
These Blue Christmas Truffles are an indulgent treat meant for special occasions, with each truffle delivering rich white chocolate flavor and creamy texture. They’re relatively high in sugar and fat from the white chocolate and cream, making them a decadent dessert best enjoyed in moderation as part of holiday celebrations.
To lighten them slightly, you can use half-and-half instead of heavy cream, though the texture will be slightly less rich. For a more intense chocolate experience without adding calories, consider using high-quality white chocolate with a higher cocoa butter content, which provides better flavor with the same portion size. The optional sea salt topping can actually enhance sweetness perception, allowing you to enjoy the full flavor with just one or two truffles.
These truffles contain dairy and may contain soy depending on your chocolate brand, making them unsuitable for those with lactose intolerance or dairy allergies. For a dairy-free version, substitute full-fat coconut cream for the heavy cream and use dairy-free white chocolate chips. Note that coconut cream will add a subtle coconut flavor. Those with gluten sensitivities can enjoy these worry-free as they’re naturally gluten-free when made with pure chocolate products.
Tips & Variations
- Make the ganache centers up to 3 days ahead and keep them refrigerated in an airtight container, then dip them in coating the day you plan to serve or gift them for the freshest appearance.
- Add peppermint extract instead of vanilla and crush candy canes over the top for a festive peppermint bark variation, or mix in a tablespoon of bourbon or rum to the ganache for an adults-only version.
- Swap the blue coating for red, green, or silver candy melts to match different holiday themes, or use dark chocolate coating with the white chocolate ganache center for a classic tuxedo truffle look.
- If you don’t have candy melts, you can tint white chocolate with oil-based food coloring—never use water-based coloring as it will seize the chocolate.
- For perfectly round truffles, chill your hands under cold water and dry them before rolling each ball, which prevents the ganache from melting too quickly.
Ways To Serve Them
- Arrange on a festive platter alongside other holiday cookies and candies for a stunning dessert table centerpiece
- Package in clear cellophane bags tied with ribbon for beautiful homemade holiday gifts that friends and family will treasure
- Serve alongside hot chocolate, coffee, or champagne at holiday parties for an elegant sweet bite
- Place in mini cupcake liners and arrange in decorative tins for cookie exchanges or office gift-giving
- Pair with fresh berries and whipped cream for a simple but impressive plated dessert
Proper Storage
- Fridge: Store truffles in an airtight container with parchment paper between layers to prevent sticking. They’ll keep for up to 2 weeks refrigerated. Let them sit at room temperature for 5-10 minutes before serving for the best creamy texture.
- Freezer: These freeze beautifully for up to 2 months. Place in a freezer-safe container with layers separated by parchment paper. Thaw overnight in the refrigerator before serving, never at room temperature to avoid condensation forming on the coating.
- Reheat: No reheating needed—these are meant to be enjoyed chilled or at cool room temperature. Avoid leaving them out in warm rooms for extended periods as the ganache centers will soften and the coating may develop condensation or bloom.
Ingredients
- 2 cups white chocolate chips.
- 2 tablespoons heavy cream.
- 2 tablespoons Blue Curacao.
- 1/2 cup sanding sugar.
Steps
- Melt chocolate and cream in intervals.
- Stir in Blue Curacao until mixed.
- Chill 2 hours until firm.
- Roll into balls.
- Coat in sanding sugar.
- Chill 1 hour to set.
- Keep refrigerated.
Notes
- Make the ganache centers up to 3 days ahead and keep them refrigerated in an airtight container, then dip them in coating the day you plan to serve or gift them for the freshest appearance.
- Add peppermint extract instead of vanilla and crush candy canes over the top for a festive peppermint bark variation, or mix in a tablespoon of bourbon or rum to the ganache for an adults-only version.
- Swap the blue coating for red, green, or silver candy melts to match different holiday themes, or use dark chocolate coating with the white chocolate ganache center for a classic tuxedo truffle look.
- If you don't have candy melts, you can tint white chocolate with oil-based food coloring—never use water-based coloring as it will seize the chocolate.
- For perfectly round truffles, chill your hands under cold water and dry them before rolling each ball, which prevents the ganache from melting too quickly.