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Whimsical Cotton Candy Cheesecake Truffles

Delightful truffles combining the flavors of cotton candy and cheesecake, perfect for parties and celebrations.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 20 pieces
Course: Candy, Dessert
Cuisine: American, Party Food
Calories: 120
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the cheesecake filling
  • 8 oz cream cheese, softened
  • 1/2 cup powdered sugar
  • 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
  • 1/2 teaspoon cotton candy extract (optional) For enhanced flavor
  • 1/4 cup whipped topping or heavy cream
  • 1 1/2 cups crushed graham crackers or vanilla wafers
  • 1/4 cup melted butter
  • 1 tablespoon sugar
  • 1 cup crushed cotton candy-flavored candy or pastel-colored sugar
  • pink and blue food coloring (optional) For swirl effect
  • pink and blue cotton candy For rolling
Optional decorations
  • white chocolate drizzle
  • edible glitter For decoration

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese until it is light and creamy (about 2-3 minutes).
  2. Mix in the powdered sugar, vanilla extract, and cotton candy extract (if using) until everything is smooth and combined.
  3. Gently fold in whipped topping or heavy cream to give the filling a fluffy texture.
  4. Divide the mixture into two portions. Use food coloring to make one portion pink and the other blue. Gently swirl them together in the bowl to create a marbled effect.
  5. Chill the mixture in the fridge for about 30 minutes to help it firm up for shaping.
Crust preparation
  1. In another bowl, combine the crushed graham crackers (or vanilla wafers), sugar, and melted butter. Stir until evenly moistened.
  2. Line a baking tray with parchment paper and press the graham cracker mixture onto the tray. Freeze for 10-15 minutes to firm up.
Assembling the truffles
  1. Using a small scoop or spoon, take portions of the chilled cheesecake filling and shape them into bite-sized balls.
  2. Press each cheesecake ball lightly onto the cookie base so that the crumbs stick.
  3. Freeze the truffles again for another 15-20 minutes until they are firm.
  4. In a shallow dish, mix the crushed cotton candy candy or pastel-colored sugar. Roll each truffle in this mixture until fully coated.
  5. Optionally, drizzle melted white chocolate over the truffles and sprinkle edible glitter for a festive look.
  6. Store in the fridge until ready to serve. Before serving, add cotton candy on top for extra fun.

Notes

These truffles can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to a week. They can also be frozen for 2-3 months. Thaw in the refrigerator before serving.