Description

These Saint Patrick’s Day Green Tea Truffles are a delightful treat featuring a creamy matcha-infused filling, coated in smooth white chocolate. Perfect for celebrating with a festive touch!

Ingredients

Scale

1 package (8 oz) cream cheese

softened

2 cups powdered sugar

2/3 teaspoon matcha powder

2 teaspoons vanilla extract

Green food coloring (gel works best)

2 ½ cups white chocolate melts or shredded white chocolate

1 teaspoon coconut oil (optional

for smoother drizzle)

optional

to garnish: a pinch of matcha powder

Instructions

In a mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese until smooth.
Gradually add powdered sugar, matcha powder, vanilla extract, and green food coloring. Mix until well combined and smooth.
Chill the mixture in the refrigerator for about 30 minutes for easier handling.
Once chilled, scoop out small portions and roll them into balls.
In a microwave-safe bowl, melt the white chocolate melts with coconut oil (if using) until smooth.
Dip each truffle into the melted chocolate, allowing excess to drip off.
Place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper and drizzle with additional melted chocolate if desired.
Garnish with a pinch of matcha powder if using and let set until the chocolate hardens.

Notes

For best results, ensure the cream cheese is at room temperature before mixing to achieve a smooth texture. Adjust the amount of matcha powder based on your taste preference.

Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 truffle
Calories: 110 kcal
Sugar: 18 g
Sodium: 15 mg
Fat: 6 g
Saturated Fat: 3.5 g
Unsaturated Fat: 2.5 g
Trans Fat: 0 g
Carbohydrates: 13 g
Fiber: 0.2 g
Protein: 1 g
Cholesterol: 10 mg

Keywords: Saint Patrick’s Day, Green Tea Truffles, matcha, dessert, chocolate