Orange Creamsicle Truffles - Homemade Hooplah (2024)

Delicious orange truffles that will remind you of all the creamsicle treats you had as a kid. Very easy to make and a great snack for parties or gifting!

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About Orange Creamsicle Truffles

A classic treat or an easy gift, these smooth homemade orange creamsicle truffles are easy to make and customize with different coatings.

Why are truffles called “truffles”?

The chocolate truffles we’re familiar with today, those round morsels coated in chocolate or candy, have their roots in France, dating back to 1895. The inventors of this sweet treat thought their creation bore a striking resemblance to truffle mushrooms. These fungi are also round, dark brown, and have a textured appearance, much like a candy truffle adorned with sprinkles.

What’s in orange creamsicle truffles?

To make truffles infused with the flavor of nostalgic creamsicle flavor, you’ll need the following ingredients:

• White Chocolate: These serve as the creamy base of the truffle, providing a rich, velvety texture. The neutral sweetness complements the orange flavors.
• Unsalted Butter: Adds richness and helps bind the ingredients together. Unsalted butter allows you to control the salt content and lets the orange flavor shine.
• Orange Zest: This infuses your orange truffles with natural orange flavor and aroma. The zest provides a refreshing citrus note that harmonizes with the white chocolate.
• Heavy Whipping Cream: Adds creaminess and improves the texture of the truffles. It’s essential for achieving that luscious mouthfeel reminiscent of a creamsicle.
• Orange Extract: Intensifies the orange flavor, making sure it’s the star of the show. A little goes a long way in making the truffles taste like an actual orange creamsicle.
• Oil-Based Orange Food Coloring: For aesthetics, if you’re aiming for that signature creamsicle color. Oil-based ensures it integrates well with the white chocolate without affecting the texture.
• Powdered Sugar: Used for coating, it adds sweetness and keeps the orange creamsicle truffles from sticking together. The powdery finish gives the truffle an elegant touch.

What tools do you need?

While truffles may look intricate and complicated, they’re surprisingly easy to make and decorate. You’ll need standard baking tools and only a few custom (yet optional) decorating tools, such as:

• Small Saucepan: Used for heating the butter and orange zest.
• Whisk: Used for mixing the chocolate filling.
• Wet Cloths or Wet Paper Towels: Useful for easy cleanup during preparation.
• Spoon, Cookie Scoop, or Ice Cream Scoop: For forming the truffles.
• Wide Storage Container with Sealable Lid: Best method for storing these truffles.

How Much Orange Zest Do You Need?

This recipe calls for about two tablespoons of orange zest, which you should be able to get from one medium-sized orange.

What type of chocolate should you use?

Baking chocolate is a go-to ingredient you’ll usually find in the baking aisle, often resembling an oversized candy bar. While there’s a variety of brands available, the quality can differ significantly from one to another.

Baker’s is a brand you’ll encounter frequently, but in my experience, its chocolate tends to be a bit dry and the flavor somewhat lacking. It’s an acceptable option, particularly if it’s the only one available, but there are better choices out there.

That’s why I lean towards Ghirardelli Premium Baking Bars, particularly their white chocolate variant for this recipe. Though a bit pricier, the superior taste and texture make it well worth the investment.

How long does a powdered sugar coating last?

While a powdered sugar coating is pretty and easy to apply, it doesn’t have the same longevity as solid coatings like candy melts. If you store these orange truffles on the counter, there’s a good chance that the powdered sugar will be absorbed into the filling within 48 hours.

To avoid this, you could try any of the following:

• Store the truffles in the refrigerator or the freezer. I found that the fridge will slow the process (but not totally prevent it), and it won’t happen when the truffles are stored in the freezer.
• Use a “non-dissolving” powdered sugar coating instead of standard powdered sugar. I’ve never used a product like this, so I don’t have first-hand knowledge of it, but I have heard good things from others who have tried it.King Arthur makes a brand of powdered sugarthat does this.
• Coat the truffles in a layer of granulated sugar before coating them with powdered sugar. The granulated sugar should act as a shield between the creamy truffle and the delicate powdered sugar. However,keep in mind that doing this will add a crunchy texture to the truffles.

Can you coat these truffles in chocolate instead?

Absolutely! These orange truffles would be delicious with many different types of coating, including chocolate or candy melts.

To do this, follow these instructions:

• Follow the recipe instructions up until the formed truffle balls are frozen. Do not coat them in powdered sugar.
• In a microwave-safe bowl, add your chosen chocolate or candy melts. Microwave for 30-second intervals, stirring in between, until the coating is smooth.
• Prepare your workspace by lining a baking sheet with parchment paper when ready. Also, have plenty of damp cloths or paper towels handy for cleanup.
• Remove truffles from the freezer. Drop 1 truffle in melted coating and use a fork or spiral dipping tool to gently toss and coat. Lift the truffle and gently shake off excess coating, then return the truffle to the prepared parchment paper-lined baking sheet. Repeat this step until all the truffles are coated.
• Allow the coating to set until firm, about 30 minutes.

How to store truffles

For optimal freshness, keep truffles in an airtight container until it’s time to indulge. Storing them in the fridge is your best bet for longevity and maintaining their form.

If you’ve gone the extra mile with various decorative finishes like sprinkles or candy, consider keeping each type in its own layer within the container. Alternatively, you can use sheets of wax paper to segregate layers with differing coatings.

How long do orange Creamsicle truffles last?

When stored in a sealed container on the counter, truffles should stay freshfor one or two days. When stored in a sealed container in the refrigerator, they should lastfor up to one or two weeks.

Can truffles be frozen?

Absolutely, freezing is an option! Here’s how to go about it:

• First, let your adorned truffles cool their heels in the fridge for a minimum of two hours.
• Next, prepare a container with a sealable lid by lining it with parchment paper. Place the truffles in a single layer on the paper. If you’re storing multiple layers, use additional sheets of parchment paper to keep them separated.
• These truffles will keep well in the freezer for as long as three months.

Notes & tips for orange creamsicle truffles

• If the truffle mixture ever feels too soft to work with, cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for 30 minutes or until firm.
• When adding food coloring to white chocolate, opt for oil-based varieties. Using water-based food coloring can lead to the white chocolate seizing up, making it lumpy and difficult to manage.

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How to make orange Creamsicle truffles

This next part is only a photo tutorial of the recipe steps. If you’re looking for the full recipe measurements and instructions, scroll down to Recipe Details.

Step 1 – To start off, add the chopped white chocolate to a container you can seal (like Tupperware). Also, have a mesh strainer and a spatula handy.

Step 2 – In a small saucepan, melt the butter, then toss in the orange zest.Stir occasionally until the butter starts to bubble, then cook for one minute, stirring constantly.

Step 3 – While continuing to stir, add the whipping cream to the saucepan. Cook for another one or two minutes or until bubbles begin to form along the edges; you don’t want the cream to boil or it will burn. Remove saucepan from heat.

Step 4 – Working quickly, place the strainer on top of the bowl with the white chocolate. Pour the hot orange cream mixture through the strainer, then use the spatula to press the cream through. Once you’re done, you should only have the orange zest in the strainer (which you can discard.)

Step 5 – Let the white chocolate rest for one minute, then pour in the orange extract and orange food coloring (if using). Use a spatula to gently stir the white chocolate until it’s smooth and creamy. Be patient with the stirring; the heat from cooking the orange cream should be enough to completely melt the white chocolate.

Step 6 – Cover the orange truffle mixture and place in the freezer for a few hours or until mixture is firm to the touch.

Step 7 – To begin, place some powdered sugar in a bowl and in another sealable container. Bring out the container with the orange truffle mixture and use a cookie scoop to scrape out a small ball. Roll the truffle mixture between your hands to smooth out the shape, then drop the ball into the first bowl of powdered sugar. Toss the truffle to coat, then transfer it to the second, sealable container. Repeat this step until you’ve used all of the orange truffle mixture.

Step 8 – Seal the bowl with the truffles and freeze for 20 minutes.

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Step 9 – Serve and enjoy!