No-Bake Orange Creamsicle Truffles – Sweet, Citrusy & Easy Bite-Sized Treats

🎉 Introduction

If you love the nostalgic flavors of a classic orange creamsicle — sweet citrus and creamy vanilla swirled together — you’re going to fall in love with these No-Bake Orange Creamsicle Truffles! These bite-sized treats are rich, zesty, and perfectly smooth, all without turning on your oven.

Made with simple pantry ingredients like vanilla wafers, orange zest, white chocolate, and butter, these truffles are pork-free, alcohol-free, and ready in no time. They’re perfect for summer parties, afternoon snacks, or as an easy no-bake dessert to keep on hand.

🧰 Equipment Needed

• Food processor or blender
• Mixing bowls
• Spatula
• Microwave-safe bowl (for melting chocolate)
• Baking sheet lined with parchment paper
• Small cookie scoop or spoon

🛒 Ingredients

🍊 Fruits & Vegetables

• 1 teaspoon fresh orange zest (plus extra for garnish, optional)

🍯 Conserves

• ¼ cup frozen orange juice concentrate (thawed)

🥣 Baking & Flavoring

• 1½ cups powdered sugar
• ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
• Sprinkles (for decorating)

🍪 Biscuits & Base

• 2 cups vanilla wafer cookies

🧈 Dairy

• ½ cup unsalted butter, softened

🍫 Coating

• 1 cup white chocolate chips or candy melts

👩‍🍳 Directions

Step 1: Prepare the Cookie Base

• In a food processor, pulse vanilla wafers into fine crumbs.
• Transfer crumbs to a mixing bowl.

Step 2: Mix the Truffle Dough

• Add softened butter, powdered sugar, orange juice concentrate, orange zest, and vanilla extract to the bowl with the cookie crumbs.
• Mix well until a soft, moldable dough forms. The texture should be similar to cookie dough — soft but not sticky.

Step 3: Form the Truffle Balls

• Using a small cookie scoop or a tablespoon, scoop portions of dough and roll them into smooth balls with your hands.
• Place the rolled truffles onto a parchment-lined baking sheet.
• Chill in the refrigerator for 30 minutes to firm up.

Step 4: Coat in White Chocolate

• In a microwave-safe bowl, melt white chocolate chips or candy melts in 20-second intervals, stirring in between until smooth.
• Dip each chilled truffle into the melted chocolate, allowing the excess to drip off.
• Place coated truffles back onto the parchment-lined sheet.

Step 5: Decorate & Set

• Before the chocolate sets, garnish with a sprinkle of orange zest or colorful sprinkles.
• Let the truffles set at room temperature or refrigerate for quicker setting.

🍽️ Servings & Timing

• Yield: 20–24 truffles
• Prep Time: 20 minutes
• Chill Time: 30 minutes
• Total Time: 50 minutes

🧊 Storage & Reheating

• Refrigerator:
  Store truffles in an airtight container for up to 1 week.
• Freezing:
  Freeze truffles in a freezer-safe bag for up to 2 months. Thaw in the fridge before serving.
• Serving Tip:
  Enjoy chilled or at room temperature for the creamiest texture.

🥄 Variations

• Chocolate-Drizzled Cruffins: Drizzle melted dark chocolate over the white chocolate coating for contrast.
• Coconut Creamsicle Truffles: Roll coated truffles in shredded coconut before setting.
• Lemon Creamsicle Version: Replace orange zest and juice with lemon for a tangy twist.
• Orange Almond Crunch: Add finely chopped almonds to the cookie base for texture.
• Healthy Swaps: Use Greek yogurt in place of some butter for a lighter version.
• Gluten-Free Version: Use gluten-free vanilla wafers.
• Pop of Color: Use colored candy melts for a festive look.
• Spiced Version: Add a pinch of ground ginger or cinnamon to the dough.
• Orange Cream Filling: Insert a dollop of orange marmalade in the center for a gooey surprise.
• Dairy-Free Option: Use plant-based butter and dairy-free white chocolate.

❓ 10 FAQs

1. Can I use fresh orange juice instead of concentrate?
   No, concentrate is thicker and more flavorful. Fresh juice may make the dough too soft.
2. Do I have to chill the dough?
   Yes, chilling helps the truffles hold their shape during dipping.
3. Can I skip the white chocolate coating?
   You can, but the coating gives that classic creamsicle vibe.
4. Can I use graham crackers instead of vanilla wafers?
   Yes, but the flavor will be slightly different — still delicious!
5. How do I prevent the coating from cracking?
   Ensure truffles are not too cold before dipping into warm chocolate.
6. Can I make these in advance?
   Absolutely! They store beautifully in the fridge or freezer.
7. Do I need a food processor?
   It makes crushing wafers easier, but you can also crush them in a sealed bag with a rolling pin.
8. Can I make them smaller for mini truffles?
   Yes! Just adjust the portion size and reduce chilling time slightly.
9. How do I make them extra zesty?
   Add extra orange zest into the dough and on top of the coating.
10. Are these gluten-free?
    Only if you use gluten-free vanilla wafers.

🏁 Conclusion

These No-Bake Orange Creamsicle Truffles are a fun, easy dessert bursting with nostalgic citrus-vanilla flavor. With just a few ingredients, no oven, and endless customization options, these truffles are perfect for gifting, snacking, or adding a pop of color to your dessert table.

Best of all — no pork, no alcohol, just pure sweet creamsicle goodness!

Adam

No-Bake Orange Creamsicle Truffles – Sweet, Citrusy & Easy Bite-Sized Treats

If you love the nostalgic flavors of a classic orange creamsicle — sweet citrus and creamy vanilla swirled together — you’re going to fall in love with these No-Bake Orange Creamsicle Truffles! These bite-sized treats are rich, zesty, and perfectly smooth, all without turning on your oven. Made with simple pantry ingredients like vanilla wafers, orange zest, white chocolate, and butter, these truffles are pork-free, alcohol-free, and ready in no time. They’re perfect for summer parties, afternoon snacks, or as an easy no-bake dessert to keep on hand.

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Prep Time 20 minutes mins

chill time 30 minutes mins

Total Time 50 minutes mins

Servings: 24 truffles

Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients

  

🍊 Fruits & Vegetables

• 1 teaspoon fresh orange zest plus extra for garnish, optional

🍯 Conserves

• ¼ cup frozen orange juice concentrate thawed

🥣 Baking & Flavoring

• 1½ cups powdered sugar
• ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
• Sprinkles for decorating

🍪 Biscuits & Base

• 2 cups vanilla wafer cookies

🧈 Dairy

• ½ cup unsalted butter softened

🍫 Coating

• 1 cup white chocolate chips or candy melts

Equipment

• Food processor or blender
• Mixing bowls
• Spatula
• Microwave-safe bowl (for melting chocolate)
• Baking sheet – lined with parchment paper
• Small cookie scoop or spoon

Method

 

Step 1: Prepare the Cookie Base

1. In a food processor, pulse vanilla wafers into fine crumbs.
2. Transfer crumbs to a mixing bowl.

Step 2: Mix the Truffle Dough

1. Add softened butter, powdered sugar, orange juice concentrate, orange zest, and vanilla extract to the bowl with the cookie crumbs.
2. Mix well until a soft, moldable dough forms. The texture should be similar to cookie dough — soft but not sticky.

Step 3: Form the Truffle Balls

1. Using a small cookie scoop or a tablespoon, scoop portions of dough and roll them into smooth balls with your hands.
2. Place the rolled truffles onto a parchment-lined baking sheet.
3. Chill in the refrigerator for 30 minutes to firm up.

Step 4: Coat in White Chocolate

1. In a microwave-safe bowl, melt white chocolate chips or candy melts in 20-second intervals, stirring in between until smooth.
2. Dip each chilled truffle into the melted chocolate, allowing the excess to drip off.
3. Place coated truffles back onto the parchment-lined sheet.

Step 5: Decorate & Set

1. Before the chocolate sets, garnish with a sprinkle of orange zest or colorful sprinkles.
2. Let the truffles set at room temperature or refrigerate for quicker setting.

Notes

🧊 Storage & Reheating

Refrigerator:
Store truffles in an airtight container for up to 1 week.

Freezing:
Freeze truffles in a freezer-safe bag for up to 2 months. Thaw in the fridge before serving.

Serving Tip:
Enjoy chilled or at room temperature for the creamiest texture.

🥄 Variations

Chocolate-Drizzled Cruffins: Drizzle melted dark chocolate over the white chocolate coating for contrast.

Coconut Creamsicle Truffles: Roll coated truffles in shredded coconut before setting.

Lemon Creamsicle Version: Replace orange zest and juice with lemon for a tangy twist.

Orange Almond Crunch: Add finely chopped almonds to the cookie base for texture.

Healthy Swaps: Use Greek yogurt in place of some butter for a lighter version.

Gluten-Free Version: Use gluten-free vanilla wafers.

Pop of Color: Use colored candy melts for a festive look.

Spiced Version: Add a pinch of ground ginger or cinnamon to the dough.

Orange Cream Filling: Insert a dollop of orange marmalade in the center for a gooey surprise.

Dairy-Free Option: Use plant-based butter and dairy-free white chocolate.

❓ 10 FAQs

Can I use fresh orange juice instead of concentrate?
No, concentrate is thicker and more flavorful. Fresh juice may make the dough too soft.

Do I have to chill the dough?
Yes, chilling helps the truffles hold their shape during dipping.

Can I skip the white chocolate coating?
You can, but the coating gives that classic creamsicle vibe.

Can I use graham crackers instead of vanilla wafers?
Yes, but the flavor will be slightly different — still delicious!

How do I prevent the coating from cracking?
Ensure truffles are not too cold before dipping into warm chocolate.

Can I make these in advance?
Absolutely! They store beautifully in the fridge or freezer.

Do I need a food processor?
It makes crushing wafers easier, but you can also crush them in a sealed bag with a rolling pin.

Can I make them smaller for mini truffles?
Yes! Just adjust the portion size and reduce chilling time slightly.

How do I make them extra zesty?
Add extra orange zest into the dough and on top of the coating.

Are these gluten-free?
Only if you use gluten-free vanilla wafers.

🏁 Conclusion

These No-Bake Orange Creamsicle Truffles are a fun, easy dessert bursting with nostalgic citrus-vanilla flavor. With just a few ingredients, no oven, and endless customization options, these truffles are perfect for gifting, snacking, or adding a pop of color to your dessert table.

Best of all — no pork, no alcohol, just pure sweet creamsicle goodness!