Gingerbread Tiramisu Recipe
This Gingerbread Tiramisu-inspired recipe features festive Christmas Peppermint Creams made with a smooth cream cheese filling dipped in rich dark or milk chocolate and decorated with crushed candy canes or sprinkles. Perfect for holiday celebrations, these bite-sized treats combine creamy, minty, and chocolaty flavors in an easy no-bake, refrigerated preparation.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 24 peppermint creams 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: Christmas/Holiday
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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Ingredients for Christmas Peppermint Creams:
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 2 cups powdered sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon peppermint extract
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 1/2 cups dark or milk chocolate (for dipping)
- Sprinkles or crushed candy canes (optional, for decoration)
Instructions
- Make the cream filling: In a mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese with powdered sugar, peppermint extract, and vanilla extract until the mixture is smooth and fluffy, forming the base of your peppermint creams.
- Form the peppermint creams: Scoop out small portions of the cream cheese mixture and roll them into 1-inch balls, then place them evenly spaced on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Chill the peppermint creams: Place the baking sheet with the cream balls in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes to firm up and make them easier to dip.
- Melt the chocolate: Using a microwave or double boiler, gently melt the chocolate, stirring frequently until it becomes smooth and glossy without overheating.
- Dip and decorate: Dip each chilled peppermint cream ball into the melted chocolate, allowing any excess chocolate to drip off before placing it back on the parchment-lined tray. Decorate immediately with crushed candy canes, sprinkles, or drizzle with additional melted chocolate if desired.
- Let the chocolate set: Allow the chocolate coating to harden by letting the peppermint creams sit at room temperature or refrigerate them to speed up the setting process before serving.
Notes
- Ensure the cream cheese is fully softened for smooth blending without lumps.
- Chilling the cream balls before dipping helps maintain their shape and makes dipping easier.
- Use high-quality chocolate for best flavor and smooth coating.
- Store finished peppermint creams in the refrigerator for up to one week to keep them fresh.
- Optional decoration such as crushed candy canes adds a festive crunch and enhances the peppermint flavor.
Keywords: Gingerbread Tiramisu, peppermint creams, holiday dessert, no-bake, cream cheese, chocolate dipped, festive treats, Christmas candy
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