• Skip to main content
  • Skip to primary sidebar

Kudos Kitchen by Renee

menu icon
go to homepage
  • Backyard BBQ
  • Recipe Index
  • About
  • Contact
    • Facebook
    • Instagram
    • YouTube
  • subscribe
    search icon
    Homepage link
    • Backyard BBQ
    • Recipe Index
    • About
    • Contact
    • Facebook
    • Instagram
    • YouTube
  • ×

    Home » Dessert Recipes » Candy Recipes

    Published: Feb 12, 2019 · Modified: May 4, 2022 by Renée · This post may contain affiliate links · 6 Comments

    No-Bake Shortbread Cookie Truffles

    Sharing is caring!

    312 shares
    • Share
    • Tweet
    Jump to Recipe Print Recipe

    Rich and buttery shortbread cookies are crumbled, mixed with cream cheese, rolled into balls, and then dipped in white chocolate, and topped with sprinkles.  They're a no-bake treat that everyone will love.

    Closeup photo of no-bake shortbread cookie truffles with white chocolate and multi-colored sprinkles 

    These no-bake shortbread cookie truffles can be made with homemade shortbread cookies or store-bought.

    This is a completely judge-free zone so feel free to make them with whatever type of shortbread cookie you have on hand!

     

    **Please Note - The printable recipe card with detailed instructions, complete ingredient measurements, and nutritional information for making No-Bake Shortbread Truffles is available near the end of this post. 

    Title Text image showing the inside of a shortbread truffle.

    The simple ingredient list;

    • Shortbread Cookies
    • Cream Cheese
    • White Chocolate Chips
    • Sprinkles

    Is there any special equipment needed to make this recipe?

    No, not really.

    You'll notice in the video that I used a food processor to crush the cookies and to blend the crumbs and cream cheese.

    However, if you don't have a food processor, a large zip-top bag and a rolling pin will work equally well to crush the cookies into crumbs and a hand mixer will work well to blend the cream cheese into the cookie crumbs.

    **Special Note - Just make sure the cream cheese is at room temperature as this will make the blending easier.

    What are some good homemade shortbread cookie recipes? 

    Not long ago I shared the recipe (shown below) for Traditional Irish Shortbread with you, and it was those same broken shards of cookies that I used to make these shortbread cookie truffles. After all, a twofer is never a bad thing, right?
     
    Irish shortbread cookie pieces on a baking tray with a rolling pin and green napkins.
     

    Additional shortbread cookie recipes from around the web;

    • Butter Swirl Shortbread Cookies from Fifteen Spatulas
    • Scottish Shortbread Cookies from The Seasoned Mom
    • Shortbread Cookies from The Cozy Cook

    However, please know that store-bought shortbread cookies work just fine for making this recipe so if you're not a baker, or just don't have the time on hands to bake from scratch, please don't let that stop you from making these delicious no-bake shortbread truffles. Your family and friends will thank you!

    What type of store-bought shortbread cookies are best for this recipe?

    The ones without the cream filling.

    Since you'll be adding cream cheese to the cookie crumbs any additional filling in the cookie will alter the consistency of the balls and they won't hold together as well.

     

    Colorful shortbread cookie truffles on a plate with a bunny.

     

    Shortbread is my favorite type of cookie. I just love the simplicity of the ingredients, and yet the richness of flavor. These shortbread cookie truffles will soon become a family favorite. 

    Other holiday suggestions for no-bake shortbread cookie truffles;

    • Add red sprinkles to the top along with and a tiny dot of red food color to the cookie and cream cheese mixture for Valentines' Day.
    • Add a ¼ teaspoon of mint extract into the cookie and cream cheese mixture along with green sprinkles on top for St. Patrick's Day.
    • Add red and blue sprinkles on top for Memorial Day and/or the 4th of July.
    • Add a touch of orange food color to the cookie and cream cheese mixture, along with some orange and black sprinkles for Halloween.
    • A touch of red or green food color to the cookie and cream cheese mixture along with some red and green sprinkles for Christmas.
    • Add blue sprinkles on top for Hanukkah.
    • Use your imagination. The possibilities are endless!!

    Plate of shortbread cookie truffles with a silver rabbit in the middle.

     

    **The following affiliate links are some suggested products I’ve chosen that will aid you in the making and serving of this recipe for No-Bake Shortbread Cookie Truffles if desired.

    By clicking on the item photo, you’ll be taken directly to Amazon.com if you’re interested in purchasing any of these products. You are in no way required to do so, and you will not be charged in any way unless you decide to purchase one of these products through Amazon.com.  As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases. For additional information please view my privacy policy.

    Below is the printable recipe card for today’s No-Bake Shortbread Cookie Truffles. 

    If you’ve enjoyed this recipe and look forward to making it (or have already made it), I’d appreciate if you’d take a moment to give it some feedback by way of stars near the comment section at the end of this post. Thank you so much!

    Closeup photo of no-bake shortbread cookie truffles with white chocolate and multi-colored sprinkles

    No-Bake Shortbread Cookie Truffles

    Renee Goerger
    Rich and buttery shortbread cookies are crumbled, mixed with cream cheese, rolled into balls, and then dipped in white chocolate, and topped with sprinkles.  They're a no-bake treat that everyone will love.
    4.67 from 3 votes
    Print Recipe Pin Recipe Save recipe Saved Recipe!
    Prep Time 20 mins
    Course Candy, Dessert
    Cuisine American
    Servings 24
    Calories 112 kcal

    Ingredients
     
     

    • 3 cups finely ground shortbread cookies (approximately 24 cookies)
    • 6 ounces cream cheese softened
    • 12 ounces white chocolate chips
    • 4 tablespoons jimmies or sprinkles

    Instructions
     

    • Blend the softened cream cheese and cookie crumbs until a dough forms.
    • Roll the cookie crumb mixture into balls the size of a walnut. Set aside.
    • Melt the chocolate chips in a microwave on low power, stirring frequently until smooth and creamy. Do NOT try and heat the chocolate fast or it will seize up and get hard.
    • Dip the cookie balls into the melted chocolate, allowing the excess to drip off.
    • Place the cookie truffles on a plate and immediately sprinkle with jimmies while the chocolate is still wet.
    • Allow the chocolate to set completely before serving.

    Nutrition

    Serving: 1Calories: 112kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 1gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 10mgSodium: 40mgPotassium: 50mgFiber: 0gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 100IUVitamin C: 0.1mgCalcium: 35mgIron: 0.1mg
    Tried this recipe?Let us know how it was!

    I sincerely hope you've enjoyed today's recipe for No-Bake Shortbread Cookie Truffles as much as I've enjoyed bringing it to you!

    Everything's better with sprinkles! 🙂
     
    Sweets Lover Painted Wine Glass - kudoskitchenbyrenee.com
     

    Should you have any questions or comments regarding this recipe or anything else you've seen on my site, please  don't hesitate to contact me directly or leave me a comment in the comment section below. It is always my distinct pleasure to get back to you with a reply just as soon as I possibly can!

    For additional information regarding my Kudos Kitchen recipes, and/or my hand painted glassware or fabric items, please follow me on;

    FACEBOOK, PINTEREST, INSTAGRAM, TWITTER, and YOUTUBE 

    Kudos Kitchen by Renée ~ Cooking up artistically delicious family-friendly dishes from my Kudos Kitchen to yours!

    Until we eat again, I hope you have a delicious day!

    Kudos Kitchen Brand Signature

    **Note - The post above includes affiliate links. When I find a great product or service, I like to share it with my readers. Sometimes I use affiliate links so I can earn a commission for my recommendations.  As always, I thank you for your support!

    More Candy Recipes

    • Peanut Butter and Jelly Chocolate Footballs
    • No-Bake Peanut Butter and Chocolate Granola Jumbles
    • Double Chocolate Graham Cracker Toffee
    • Chocolate Espresso Peppermint Fudge

    Reader Interactions

    Comments

    1. Elaine Farmer says

      December 21, 2019 at 6:55 pm

      These are so good! How should I store them?

      Reply
    2. wilhelmina says

      February 12, 2019 at 9:22 am

      5 stars
      These little treats check all of my daughter's favorite things! We are going to be making these on repeat!

      Reply
      • Renée says

        February 12, 2019 at 10:16 am

        Your daughter will be one happy girl! Tell her I said hello 😉

        Reply
    3. Kelly says

      February 12, 2019 at 9:19 am

      5 stars
      These are such a fun and festive treat for birthday parties!

      Reply
      • Renée says

        February 12, 2019 at 10:16 am

        These would be fantastic for birthday parties! Great idea!!

        Reply
    4. Liz Berg says

      March 29, 2015 at 1:59 am

      My kids would love these babies! I think they might be even better than Oreo truffles 🙂

      Reply

    Leave a Reply Cancel reply

    Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *

    Recipe Rating




    By submitting this comment you agree to share your name, email address, website and IP address with Kudos Kitchen by Renee. This information will not be used for any purpose other than enabling you to post a comment. *

    Primary Sidebar

    Hi, I'm Renee! I've been a passionate home cook for over 40 years. I specialize in easy-to-make comfort food dishes from appetizers to desserts and everything in between.

    More about me →

    Ice Cream Recipes

    • Ice Cream Cone Cake Pops
    • Frozen Greek Yogurt Banana Split
    • Chocolate Cherry Kahlua Ice Cream
    • Baked Alaska for Two

    Side Dish Recipes

    • Make-Ahead Sunflower Crunch Salad
    • French Lentil Salad
    • Old-Fashioned Red Bean Salad
    • German Potato Salad

    Footer

    ↑ back to top

    About

    • Privacy Policy

    Newsletter

    • Sign Up! for emails and updates

    Contact

    • Contact
    • Media Kit

    As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases. When I find a great product or service I like to share it with my readers. For additional information please view my privacy policy.

    Copyright © 2022 Kudos Kitchen By Renee