These 3 Ingredient Nutella Truffles are the ultimate indulgence with a velvety-smooth texture that melts in your mouth. Combining rich Nutella with minimal effort, they’re perfect for satisfying your sweet tooth in just 20 minutes. The outer layer of crunchy cocoa powder contrasts beautifully with the creamy, chocolate-hazelnut center, creating a treat that feels decadent yet effortless.
Ideal for last-minute cravings or impressing guests, these truffles are as easy to make as they are irresistible. Their rich, nutty flavor and luscious texture make them a delightful bite-sized dessert. Whether you’re a baking novice or a seasoned pro, this recipe promises pure chocolate bliss with barely any work involved.
Simple Ingredients for Nutella Truffles
- 10 Oreo cookies (use regular or double-stuffed, depending on your preference)
- 4 tablespoons Nutella (or any chocolate hazelnut spread)
- 6 tablespoons chocolate, melted (use semi-sweet, dark, or milk chocolate)
- Optional: Chopped toasted hazelnuts for garnish
Easy Steps to Make Nutella Truffles
- Process the Oreos and Nutella: Place the Oreo cookies and Nutella in a food processor. Process until the mixture starts to form a ball while the processor is running. This should take about 1 minute, but timing may vary depending on your food processor.
- Chill if needed: If the truffle mixture is too soft to roll, chill it in the refrigerator for 15 minutes.
- Form the truffles: Scoop 1 tablespoon portions of the truffle mixture and roll them into balls. Place them on a wax paper-lined cookie sheet.
- Chill again: Refrigerate the truffles for 30 minutes to firm them up.
- Melt the chocolate: While the truffles are chilling, melt the chocolate in the microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring in between, for about 1.5–2 minutes until smooth.
- Coat the truffles: Dip each chilled truffle into the melted chocolate, using a spoon or fork to ensure they are fully coated. Place them back on the cookie sheet.
- Add garnish (optional): Sprinkle the truffles with chopped toasted hazelnuts while the chocolate is still wet.
- Set and store: Chill the truffles in the refrigerator until the chocolate is set. Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 5 days.
Creative Topping Ideas for Your Truffles
While chopped toasted hazelnuts are a classic choice, there are plenty of other ways to dress up your Nutella truffles. Try sprinkling them with crushed Oreo crumbs, a dusting of cocoa powder, or even a pinch of sea salt for a sweet-and-salty twist. For a festive touch, use colorful sprinkles or edible glitter!
Perfect Pairings: Serving Suggestions
These truffles are delightful on their own, but they can also be part of a larger dessert spread. Serve them alongside a cup of hot coffee, a glass of cold milk, or even a scoop of vanilla ice cream. Arrange them on a platter with fresh berries for a beautiful and indulgent presentation.
Storing Your Truffles for Maximum Freshness
Keep your truffles in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days. If you’d like to make them ahead of time, you can freeze them for up to a month—just thaw in the fridge before serving. For the best texture, let them sit at room temperature for 5-10 minutes before enjoying.
Quick Tips for Smooth Truffle-Making
If your food processor struggles to blend the Oreos and Nutella, try crushing the cookies first with a rolling pin or in a zip-top bag. To save time, use a small cookie scoop for evenly sized truffles. And if the mixture is too sticky, chilling it for 15 minutes will make rolling much easier!
Fun Variations to Try
Switch things up by using different cookies, like graham crackers or chocolate chip cookies, instead of Oreos. You can also experiment with other spreads, such as peanut butter or cookie butter, for a unique flavor twist. For a richer chocolate coating, try using dark or white chocolate instead of milk chocolate.
3 Ingredient Nutella Truffles
Equipment
- food processor
- microwave
Ingredients
- 10 Oreo cookies
- 4 tablespoons Nutella
- 6 tablespoons chocolate melted
Instructions
- Place Oreos and Nutella in the food processor and process until ball starts to form while the processor is running. This will take at least a minute, depending on your food processor.
- If truffle mixture is too soft to roll, chill for 15 minutes. Otherwise, scoop 1 tablespoon balls of truffle dough onto a wax paper lined cookie sheet.
- Chill for an additional 30 minutes.
- While the truffles are chilling, melt chocolate in the microwave in 30 second spurts for about 1 1/2 -2 minutes.
- Once chilled dip each truffle in the chocolate. Using a spoon or fork, swirl around in the melted chocolate making sure they truffle are thoroughly coated.
- Place back on the cookie sheet, sprinkle with chopped toasted hazelnuts if desired. Chill to set then store in refrigerator for up to 5 days.
