Circus Animal Cookie Truffles (Printable Version)
Sweet cookie balls coated in pink and white candy melts, adorned with rainbow sprinkles for a festive touch.
# What You'll Need:
→ Cookies
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9 ounces frosted circus animal cookies (e.g., Mother's brand)
→ Dairy
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6 ounces cream cheese, softened
→ Confectionery coatings
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6 ounces hot pink candy melts
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6 ounces white almond bark
→ Garnish
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Rainbow nonpareil sprinkles, optional
# Step-by-Step Guide:
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Pulse frosted animal cookies in a food processor until broken into small pieces, then process on low speed until finely crushed.
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Add softened cream cheese to the food processor and pulse until fully combined with the crushed cookies; alternatively, mix together in a bowl using a handheld mixer until homogeneous.
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Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
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Use a 1½ tablespoon cookie scoop to portion the mixture, then roll each portion into a ball and place on the prepared baking sheet.
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Refrigerate the shaped truffle balls for 30 minutes to firm.
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Melt hot pink candy melts and white almond bark separately in microwave-safe bowls in 30-second intervals, stirring until smooth.
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Dip half of the chilled truffle balls into the melted hot pink candy melts using a fork, allowing excess to drip off, then place on the parchment-lined sheet; sprinkle with nonpareils while coating is wet.
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Dip the remaining truffle balls into the melted white almond bark, remove excess, place on the baking sheet, and sprinkle with nonpareils as before.
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Refrigerate the coated truffle balls for 30 minutes or until the coating is fully set; keep refrigerated until serving.
# Additional Notes:
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Use parchment paper to prevent sticking and ensure easy removal.