Description
These Watermelon Truffles are a refreshing, no-bake treat made with pureed watermelon, cream cheese, and chocolate. Perfect for summer parties or a light dessert, they’re creamy, fruity, and dipped in luscious chocolate for an indulgent finish.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups fresh watermelon, deseeded and pureed
- 1 cup cream cheese, softened
- 2 cups powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1–2 cups melting chocolate (dark, milk, or white)
- Cocoa powder or shredded coconut for rolling (optional)
Instructions
- Cut the watermelon into small pieces, remove seeds, and blend until smooth. Strain for a smoother texture.
- In a bowl, mix the watermelon puree with softened cream cheese until smooth and lump-free.
- Add powdered sugar gradually, mixing until a thick, batter-like consistency is formed. Stir in vanilla extract.
- Cover the bowl and refrigerate for 30–60 minutes until the mixture is firm enough to shape.
- Roll the mixture into 1-inch balls and place on a parchment-lined tray.
- Melt the chocolate in 30-second intervals in the microwave, stirring until smooth. Dip each truffle in chocolate and optionally roll in cocoa powder or shredded coconut.
- Place coated truffles back on parchment paper and let the chocolate set.
- Serve chilled and enjoy. Store leftovers in the refrigerator.
Notes
- Ensure watermelon is fully deseeded to avoid grit in the truffles.
- Taste the mixture before chilling to adjust sweetness if needed.
- Use dairy-free cream cheese for a vegan version.
- Try flavor variations like lemon zest or a pinch of chili powder.
- Pair with raspberry sauce or fresh fruit for extra flair.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 truffle
- Calories: 110
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 35mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 0.5g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
Keywords: watermelon truffles, summer dessert, no bake truffles, cream cheese truffles, fruit truffles