No-bake chocolate spider truffles feature Oreo, cream cheese, and pretzel legs for festive Halloween celebrations.
# What you'll need:
→ Truffle Base
01 - 36 Oreo cookies (approximately 14 ounces)
02 - 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
03 - 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
→ Decoration
04 - 10 ounces semisweet or dark chocolate, chopped or chips
05 - 48 candy eyes
06 - 48 pretzel sticks
07 - Sprinkles or colored sugar (optional)
# Method:
01 - Line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking.
02 - Pulse Oreo cookies in a food processor until fine crumbs are achieved.
03 - Combine crumbs with softened cream cheese and vanilla extract in the processor. Blend until a uniform thick dough develops.
04 - Portion dough into tablespoon-sized balls and roll gently; arrange evenly on the lined baking sheet.
05 - Freeze shaped balls for 20 to 30 minutes until they are firm to the touch.
06 - In a heatproof bowl, melt chocolate over simmering water or in the microwave with 30-second intervals, stirring until smooth.
07 - Using forks, submerge each chilled ball in melted chocolate, letting excess drip off. Return coated truffles to the baking sheet.
08 - Quickly press two candy eyes on each truffle before the chocolate hardens.
09 - Break pretzel sticks in half. Insert four pretzel halves into each side of the truffles to resemble legs.
10 - Sprinkle with colored sugar or sprinkles if desired for festive appearance.
11 - Place finished truffles in the refrigerator for minimum 30 minutes until chocolate exterior is fully set. Serve chilled or at room temperature.
