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Vegan Sugar Cookie Truffles

Treat yourself to these decadent and festive vegan sugar cookie truffles. These truffles are easy to make, no-bake and are perfect for cookie exchanges, cookie trays and edible gifts.

the cross section of a vegan sugar cookie truffle on top of a pile of truffles

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Get in the holiday spirit and whip up a batch of these no-bake vegan sugar cookie truffles (with the Christmas music blasting). They are so adorable, perfectly sweet and incredibly tasty.

I don’t know about you but I love sugar cookies. My grandma used to make them every year for Christmas and since then they’ve always been my favorite cookie.

These sugar cookie truffles are a fun twist on classic sugar cookies. We combine a few ingredients, roll into balls and dunk in white chocolate. Christmas themed sprinkles turn this delicious treat into the perfect festive Christmas cookie platter addition.

close up of completed sugar cookie truffles in a bowl

The secret ingredient to these vegan sugar cookie truffles is almond extract. Just a little bit goes a long way and adds another layer of flavor to these truffles.

Definitely throw these truffles into your Christmas cookie rotation this year and I promise you and your friends and family will not be disappointed. They are to die for, but also gluten free and vegan, so everyone can enjoy this treat!

Ingredients

vegan sugar cookie truffle ingredients.

Almond flour/oat flour: the combination of these two flours make for the best texture and flavor, and keep these truffles gluten free.
Coconut oil: coconut oil adds moisture and richness, and keeps these truffles vegan.
Sugar: since these are sugar cookie truffles, they should contain regular white sugar.
Maple syrup: since only a small amount of sugar is used (to maintain texture), maple syrup adds additional needed sweetness.
Vanilla: a nice dose of real vanilla extract adds so much flavor to these sugar cookie truffles.
Almond extract: the secret to sugar cookie flavor. It can be found next to vanilla and other extracts in the baking aisle at the store.
Salt: just a pinch to bring out the sugar cookie flavors.
Almond milk: needed to add just a bit of moisture to the dough so it can easily be rolled into truffles.
White chocolate: look for vegan white chocolate, like this bar from Pascha or try a recipe for homemade vegan white chocolate.
Christmas Sprinkles: add Christmas themed sprinkles for a festive flair.

What You’ll Need

a close up of the vegan sugar cookie truffle that has been cut open to show the inside texture

Instructions

In a mixing bowl, combine the oat flour, almond flour, sugar and salt. Mix so everything is combined.

Next, add the melted coconut oil, maple syrup, almond milk, vanilla and almond extract. Mix everything until a ball of dough forms.

the sugar cookie truffle dough.

Take 1 1/2 tablespoons of dough and roll into balls. Place on a parchment lined plate or baking sheet, cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least one hour.

When you are ready to finish your truffles, place white chocolate chips or chunks and two teaspoons of coconut oil into a microwave safe bowl. Microwave in 30 second intervals, mixing between intervals, until chocolate is melted.

Coat sugar cookie truffles in white chocolate, allow excess chocolate to dip off and place truffle back on parchment lined plate or baking sheet. Immediately top truffles with holiday sprinkles.

drizzling white chocolate onto a sugar cookie truffle

Chill sugar cookie truffles in the fridge to harden chocolate. These vegan sugar cookie truffles are best enjoyed cold.

Tips

  • Use super fine flours: I recommend using store bought almond and oat flour (not homemade) and look for a “super fine” or “ultra fine” texture.
  • Melting white chocolate: white chocolate can sometimes be finicky, so make sure you are using white chocolate that is well within its expiration date and ensure your bowls and utensils are completely dry before using.
  • Best way to dunk truffles: the best process I found was to place one truffle into the white chocolate at a time and use a spoon to drizzle white chocolate over top the truffle. Use a fork to lift the truffle out of the white chocolate and use a toothpick to remove excess chocolate around the truffle and underneath the fork. Once excess chocolate is removed, use the toothpick to slide the truffle off the fork and onto the parchment paper.
  • Storage: store sugar cookie truffles in an air tight container or bag in the fridge for up to two weeks or in the freezer for up to 3 months.

Substitutions and Variations

Coconut oil: If you are worried about a coconut flavor, you can use refined coconut oil or vegan butter (equal amount) instead. 
Sugar
: while I recommend regular white sugar for flavor and color, you can use coconut sugar in place of regular sugar. 
Almond extract
: there is no exact replacement for almond extract, so if you do not have it, you can omit it. You can add 1/4 teaspoon more vanilla extract instead. 
White chocolate
: if you are not vegan or dairy free, you can use regular white chocolate.

a sugar cookie truffle cut open to see the inside texture

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a sugar cookie truffle cut open to see the inside texture
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Vegan Sugar Cookie Truffles

Treat yourself to these decadent and festive vegan sugar cookie truffles. These truffles are easy to make, no-bake and are perfect for cookie exchanges, cookie trays and edible gifts.
Prep Time30 minutes
Total Time30 minutes
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Keyword: christmas sugar cookie truffles, easy sugar cookie truffles, no bake sugar cookie truffles, sugar cookie balls, sugar cookie truffle no cream cheese, sugar cookie truffles
Servings: 12 truffles

Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup super fine almond flour
  • 1/2 cup oat flour
  • 1/4 cup sugar
  • pinch of salt
  • 1 tbsp coconut oil
  • 1 tbsp maple syrup
  • 2 tsp almond milk
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1/8 tsp almond extract

White Chocolate Coating

  • 1 cup white chocolate chips
  • 2 tsp coconut oil

Instructions

  • In a mixing bowl, combine the oat flour, almond flour, sugar and salt. Mix so everything is combined. Next, add the melted coconut oil, maple syrup, almond milk, vanilla and almond extract. Mix everything until a ball of dough forms.
  • Take 1 1/2 tablespoons of dough and roll into balls. Place on a parchment lined plate or baking sheet, cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least one hour.
  • When you are ready to finish your truffles, place white chocolate chips or chunks and two teaspoons of coconut oil into a microwave safe bowl. Microwave in 30 second intervals, mixing between intervals, until chocolate is melted.
  • Coat sugar cookie truffles in white chocolate, allow excess chocolate to dip off and place truffle back on parchment lined plate or baking sheet. Immediately top truffles with holiday sprinkles.
  • Chill sugar cookie truffles in the fridge to harden chocolate. These vegan sugar cookie truffles are best enjoyed cold.

Notes

Recipe Notes: 
Use super fine flours: I recommend using store bought almond and oat flour (not homemade) and look for a "super fine" or "ultra fine" texture. 
Melting white chocolate: white chocolate can sometimes be finicky, so make sure you are using white chocolate that is well within its expiration date and ensure your bowls and utensils are completely dry before using.
Best way to dunk truffles: the best process I found was to place one truffle into the white chocolate at a time and use a spoon to drizzle white chocolate over top the truffle. Use a fork to lift the truffle out of the white chocolate and use a toothpick to remove excess chocolate around the truffle and underneath the fork. Once excess chocolate is removed, use the toothpick to slide the truffle off the fork and onto the parchment paper.
Storage: store sugar cookie truffles in an air tight container or bag in the fridge for up to two weeks or in the freezer for up to 3 months.

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12 Comments

  1. These could so easily be made keto also. Switch out the sugar. Thanks. Great Christmas recipe.

    1. thechowdown says:

      Great idea! I am not super familiar with keto cooking/baking, so I didn’t include any keto subs in the post, but please let me know if you try any that work out well!

  2. Jere Cassidy says:

    5 stars
    I am a sucker for anything with sprinkles on top! Glad to find a almond flour recipe, I have been using it for some time and love the texture. These truffle balls look amazing and perfect for parties.

  3. Lindsay Howerton-Hastings says:

    5 stars
    We made these for Christmas and they were wonderful to have for our vegan guests! Definitely going to make all year long.

    1. thechowdown says:

      So happy to hear you liked them!

  4. I am a big fan of coconut oil and this sounds delicious! Nice to have something that is vegan and easy to make. I would enjoy making these with my kids.

    1. thechowdown says:

      The perfect treat to make with kids!

  5. 5 stars
    These sugar cookie truffles are such an indulgent treat. They’re perfect for the Christmas season, although I’ll be enjoying them all year round!

    1. thechowdown says:

      They definitely can be enjoyed all year long 🙂

  6. 5 stars
    Hi! Do you think this recipe would hold up well as tradition shaped cookies instead of the ball? Thanks !

    1. thechowdown says:

      I have not tested it myself but I think it could work.