White Chocolate Eggnog Truffles: A Cozy Holiday Treat You’ll Crave All Year

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The Story & Intro

Bonjour my friends! 👋 It’s Lacamorea again, and today I’m sharing something so dreamy, so festive, so melt-in-your-mouth magical… White Chocolate Eggnog Truffles. Just saying the name makes me want to throw on soft Christmas pajamas, light a cinnamon candle, and play old French holiday songs. These White Chocolate Eggnog Truffles take me straight back to my childhood in Paris, where holiday markets smelled like vanilla, nutmeg, and hot, creamy eggnog being poured into tiny paper cups.

When I first moved to America 🇫🇷➡️🇺🇸, I quickly discovered that Americans take eggnog VERY seriously. And honestly? I fell in love. The creaminess, the nostalgia, the spices it felt like home, just in a different way. So one December, while missing my family in Paris, I started experimenting in my little American kitchen. I melted chocolate, sipped eggnog, danced around to Mariah Carey (don’t judge 😅), and accidentally created the softest, creamiest, most irresistible White Chocolate Eggnog Truffles.

These White Chocolate Eggnog Truffles are everything the holidays should be: cozy, sweet, comforting, and easy enough that you don’t have to stress. They’re perfect for gifting, hosting, or let’s be honest eating straight from the refrigerator at midnight.

And because they’re made with simple American-friendly ingredients you can find anywhere, you can whip up a batch anytime you need a little festive spark. Trust me you’re going to love these as much as I do.

Ingredients

For the Truffle Filling

  • 2 cups white chocolate chips
  • 4 tbsp unsalted butter
  • 1/3 cup store-bought eggnog
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1/2 tsp ground nutmeg
  • 1/4 tsp cinnamon
  • Pinch of salt

For the Coating

  • 2 cups melted white chocolate
  • Extra nutmeg or cinnamon for sprinkling

Step-By-Step Instructions

Make the Truffle Base

  1. In a heatproof bowl, melt the white chocolate chips and butter together using the microwave in 20-second intervals. Stir between each interval until smooth and glossy.
  2. Add the eggnog, vanilla, nutmeg, cinnamon, and salt. Stir until fully combined.
  3. The mixture will look slightly loose don’t worry! It thickens beautifully.

Chill the Mixture

  1. Cover the bowl and chill for 2–3 hours, or until firm enough to roll.
  2. If the mixture gets too hard, let it sit at room temperature for 10 minutes.

Shape the Truffles

  1. Scoop small portions with a teaspoon or mini cookie scoop.
  2. Roll gently between your palms to form smooth balls.
  3. Place them on a parchment-lined baking sheet and freeze for 20 minutes.

Coat in White Chocolate

  1. Melt the white chocolate for coating.
  2. Dip each chilled truffle into the melted chocolate using a fork.
  3. Tap off excess chocolate and return the truffle to parchment paper.

Add the Festive Finish

  1. While the coating is still wet, sprinkle with nutmeg or cinnamon.
  2. Refrigerate until the coating sets completely about 10 minutes.

Serving Suggestions

Serve these dreamy little snowballs straight from the refrigerator for the smoothest texture. Pair them with a glass of warm eggnog, hot cocoa, or a steaming cup of coffee. They also make gorgeous edible gifts pile them into holiday tins, tie with a ribbon, and voilà, instant holiday cheer!

Their creamy center and white chocolate shell melt beautifully on the tongue, making these White Chocolate Eggnog Truffles the star of any dessert platter.

Conclusion

If you’re looking for a holiday treat that feels luxurious but is simple enough for a busy December evening, these White Chocolate Eggnog Truffles are your answer. They’re nostalgic, elegant, and perfectly spiced with all the flavors of the season. Every bite tastes like a warm hug from home. From my cozy kitchen in America to yours joyeux Noël, my friends! 🎄✨

✨ 100-Word Short Story Version

Bonjour my friends! I’m Lacamorea, your French girl turned American kitchen fairy. These White Chocolate Eggnog Truffles are inspired by the holiday markets of Paris and the creamy eggnog traditions I fell in love with in the US. One snowy December night, while missing home, I melted chocolate, added eggnog, sprinkled nutmeg, and magically created these soft, dreamy truffles. They’re sweet, festive, and beautifully nostalgic like wrapping yourself in a cozy blanket by the fire. These truffles are my little holiday love letter to both my homes. 💛🎄

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⏰ Time

  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Chill Time: 2–3 hours
  • Total Time: About 3 hours

🛒 Ingredients

  • 2 cups white chocolate chips
  • 4 tbsp unsalted butter
  • 1/3 cup eggnog
  • 1 tsp vanilla
  • 1/2 tsp nutmeg
  • 1/4 tsp cinnamon
  • Pinch of salt
  • 2 cups white chocolate (for coating)

👩‍🍳 Instructions

  1. Melt chocolate and butter.
  2. Mix in eggnog, spices, and vanilla.
  3. Chill 2–3 hours.
  4. Roll into balls and freeze 20 minutes.
  5. Coat with melted white chocolate.
  6. Sprinkle with nutmeg.
  7. Chill until set.

📝 Notes

  • If the mixture is too soft, chill longer.
  • For richer flavor, add a splash of rum extract.
  • Store in the refrigerator for up to 7 days.

🍽 Nutrition (per truffle, approx.)

  • Calories: 110
  • Fat: 6g
  • Carbs: 12g
  • Sugar: 11g
  • Protein: 1g

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