Name: Red Candy Melt Sugar Cookie Balls Recipe
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 40 min
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 12 sugar cookies; 4 ounces cream cheese, room temperature; 12 ounces red candy melts; Sprinkles, for decorating

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Introduction

Sugar Cookie Balls are a deliciously creamy and festive treat that’s perfect for any occasion. These bite-sized truffles combine the warm, familiar flavors of sugar cookies with a smooth cream cheese center, all coated in colorful candy melts and sprinkles. They are easy to make and sure to impress your guests.

A white bowl filled with round cake balls coated in bright red chocolate, each topped with small white and pink sprinkles. One cake ball is cut in half and placed on top, showing a soft, pale yellow interior with a smooth texture. The red coating around the cake balls is glossy and slightly uneven, with the sprinkles adding a playful touch. The bowl sits on a white marbled surface, creating a clean and fresh look. photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Ingredients

12 sugar cookies
4 ounces cream cheese (room temperature)

12 ounces red candy melts
Sprinkles (for decorating)

Instructions

Step 1: Add the sugar cookies to a food processor and pulse until they are ground into small crumbs.
Step 2: Add the cream cheese to the cookie crumbs and pulse until well combined into a dough-like mixture.

Step 3: Line a cookie sheet with a piece of parchment paper to prepare for the truffles.
Step 4: Using a 1-inch cookie scoop, form 18 evenly sized truffles by scooping and rolling the mixture into balls.
Step 5: Place the cookie sheet with the truffles into the freezer for 15 minutes to firm them up.

Step 6: Melt the red candy melts over a pot of boiling water, stirring until smooth.
Step 7: Remove the truffles from the freezer and dip each one into the melted candy melts, coating completely. Place the dipped truffles on the parchment-lined baking sheet.
Step 8: Immediately add sprinkles to each dipped truffle before the candy coating sets.

Step 9: Continue dipping and decorating until all truffles are coated.
Step 10: Return the cookie sheet to the refrigerator for about 15 minutes to allow the candy coating to harden.
Step 11: Store the finished truffles in an airtight container in the refrigerator until ready to serve.

Step 12: Before serving, let the truffles sit at room temperature for a few minutes to soften slightly for the best taste and texture.

Tips & Variations

For a different flavor, try using chocolate or white candy melts instead of red.
Chill the cream cheese beforehand so it blends more easily with the cookie crumbs.

Sprinkles add a festive touch, but chopped nuts or mini chocolate chips also make great decorations.
If you don’t have a food processor, crush the cookies in a sealed bag with a rolling pin and mix by hand.

Storage

Store the sugar cookie balls in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week. To enjoy, remove them from the fridge about 10 minutes before serving to let them soften slightly. They are best eaten chilled but not frozen.

How to Serve

A white bowl filled with bright red round treats, each one coated with smooth red chocolate and topped with a mix of small white and pink sprinkles. The treats are piled high inside the bowl, with the layers showing the shiny red coating and the small, colorful sprinkles that add texture on top. Around the bowl, more of the red treats with the same sprinkle decoration are scattered on a white marbled surface. A white cloth and red-and-white striped straws are placed nearby, adding a soft and colorful background. photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I use a different type of cookie for this recipe?

Yes, you can substitute sugar cookies with vanilla wafers or shortbread cookies for a slightly different flavor and texture.

What if I don’t have red candy melts?

You can use any color or flavor of candy melts you prefer, or even melted chocolate. Just make sure to temper the coating properly so it hardens with a smooth finish.