Chocolate Raspberry Truffles

These creamy chocolate raspberry truffles are a fun no-bake treat kids can help make with a little adult supervision. Rolling the truffles in different toppings lets everyone customize their own batch.


Ingredients
1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
1 (8-ounce) package cream cheese, softened
15 vanilla wafer cookies with crème filling, crushed into fine crumbs
⅓ cup seedless raspberry jam
Finely chopped toasted almonds
Toasted coconut
Chocolate sprinkles

Directions
Place the chocolate chips in a microwave-safe bowl. Heat in short bursts, stirring between each one, until the chocolate is fully melted and smooth. Let it cool slightly so it is warm but not hot.
Add the softened cream cheese to a large mixing bowl. Pour the melted chocolate over the cream cheese and mix until the mixture is completely smooth and creamy.
Stir in the crushed vanilla wafer crumbs, making sure all of the crumbs are coated with the chocolate mixture. Gently fold in the raspberry jam until it is evenly mixed throughout.
Cover the bowl and refrigerate for 3-4 hours, or until the mixture is firm enough to handle.
Once chilled, scoop small portions of the truffle mixture and roll them into balls using clean hands.
Roll each truffle in chopped toasted almonds, toasted coconut, or chocolate sprinkles to coat the outside.
Store the finished truffles in the refrigerator until ready to serve to keep them firm.


Helpful Tip for Kids
If the mixture starts to feel sticky while rolling, wash and dry hands or chill the truffles for a few extra minutes before continuing.