Introduction

These Strawberry Shortcake Cheesecake Truffles combine creamy cheesecake filling with a crunchy Golden Oreo crust, all coated in vibrant pink chocolate. Perfect as a bite-sized dessert, they’re both fun to make and irresistible to eat.

The image shows several round cake balls arranged on a white marbled surface, each coated in a smooth pink layer with a drizzle of white icing over the top. They are topped with small crumbles of red and orange crumbs that add a textured contrast. One cake ball in the center has a bite taken out, revealing three inner layers: a creamy white filling in the middle, surrounded by a soft golden cake layer, all covered by the thin pink outer coating. Crumbs are scattered around the cake balls, adding to the inviting look. photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Ingredients

3 oz cream cheese, room temperature (for cheesecake filling)
3 tablespoons powdered sugar
1 ½ tablespoons strawberry preserves
⅛ teaspoon vanilla extract
1 pinch salt
36 Golden Oreo cookies (for truffle dough)
8 oz cream cheese, room temperature (for truffle dough)
14 oz pink melting chocolates or white chocolate chips with pink food coloring
½ cup white chocolate (for drizzling)
3 Golden Oreo cookies (for crumble topping)
¼ cup freeze-dried strawberries, crushed (for topping)

Instructions

Step 1: In a bowl, mix 3 oz cream cheese, powdered sugar, strawberry preserves, vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt until smooth.
Step 2: Scoop ½ teaspoon portions of the cheesecake filling onto a parchment-lined baking sheet. Freeze for 40–45 minutes until firm.
Step 3: Pulse 36 Golden Oreos in a food processor until fine crumbs. Mix with 8 oz softened cream cheese until a dough forms.
Step 4: Scoop 1 tablespoon of truffle dough, flatten into a disc, and place a frozen cheesecake ball in the center. Wrap the dough around the filling and roll into a ball. Repeat with remaining mixture.
Step 5: Chill the formed truffles for 15–20 minutes.
Step 6: To make the crumble topping, pulse 3 Oreos into coarse crumbs. Separately pulse freeze-dried strawberries, then mix both together.
Step 7: Melt pink melting chocolate in the microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring in between. Melt white chocolate in a separate bowl the same way.
Step 8: Dip each chilled truffle in melted pink chocolate, tap off excess, and place on parchment paper.
Step 9: Drizzle with white chocolate and sprinkle with the strawberry shortcake crumble while still wet.
Step 10: Let truffles set completely before serving.

Tips & Variations

For a smoother coating, temper the melting chocolates or use candy melts designed for dipping.
Swap strawberry preserves for raspberry or blueberry for a different fruity twist.
Freeze the cheesecake filling balls well to keep the shape intact when wrapping with the truffle dough.
You can use white chocolate and add red or pink food coloring if pink melting chocolates aren’t available.

Storage

Store the truffles in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days. Let them sit at room temperature for 10 minutes before serving for the best flavor and texture. They can also be frozen for up to 2 months; thaw overnight in the fridge before enjoying.

How to Serve

A close-up view of nine round pink desserts, each coated with smooth light pink frosting, showing a glossy texture. On top of each dessert, there is a drizzle of white icing, creating thin parallel lines across the surface. Crumbled pieces of golden brown and red crumbs are sprinkled generously on top, adding a rough texture and color contrast. The desserts are placed on a neutral parchment-like base scattered with more crumbs, all resting on a white marbled texture. The arrangement is slightly irregular, giving a casual, homemade feel. photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I use regular Oreos instead of Golden Oreos?

Yes, regular Oreos can be used, but keep in mind that the filling color and flavor will change, resulting in a darker truffle dough with a chocolate taste.

How do I prevent the chocolate coating from cracking?

Make sure your truffles are well chilled before dipping, and avoid applying very thick layers of chocolate. Tempering the chocolate can also help create a smooth, crack-resistant coating.