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Circus Animal Cookie Truffles

February 18, 2025 Amanda Plott

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If you've ever found yourself mesmerized by the colorful, whimsical delights of circus animal cookies, then you’re going to flip for these Circus Animal Cookie Truffles! They perfectly encapsulate the nostalgic wonder of childhood treats while keeping things healthy, delicious, and oh-so-festive. Let’s dive into the world of these magical, bite-sized wonders that look as fabulous as they taste!

Final Thoughts

These Circus Animal Cookie Truffles are perfect for parties, casual snacking, or just when you’re in need of a little whimsy in your life. Bet you can’t eat just one! And the best part? They won’t leave you feeling guilty, so go ahead and indulge—healthily, of course!

Enjoy the colorful fun while knowing that you’re treating your body right. Now, who’s ready for a circus in their snack game?

Circus Animal Cookie Truffles

Circus Animal Cookie Truffles

Yield: 18
Author: The Skinny Fork (Amanda Plott)
Prep time: 10 MinInactive time: 5 MinTotal time: 15 Min
These Circus Animal Cookie Truffles are perfect for parties, casual snacking, or just when you’re in need of a little whimsy in your life.

Ingredients

  • 9 Oz. Circus Animal Cookies
  • 4 Oz. Neufchatel Cream Cheese
  • 3.5 Oz. Candy Melts
  • 2 Tbsp. Sprinkles

Instructions

  1. Start It: Prepare a baking sheet with a silicone mat.
  2. Mix it Up: Place the 9 Oz. Circus Animal Cookies into a food processor or blender and blend until fine crumbs form.
  3. Add in the 4 Oz. Neufachtel Cream Cheese and blend until well mixed and a thick 'dough' forms.
  4. Roll It, Baby: Scoop the dough out into 1" balls and round them out in your hands and set onto the prepared baking sheet.
  5. Rinse and repeat for the remaining dough.
  6. Chill Time: Place the baking sheet into the freezer for at least 1 hour.
  7. Chocolate Coating: Once the truffles are good and chilled, melt the 3.5 Oz. Candy Melts according to package directions.
  8. Dip one truffle at a time into the melted chocolate to coat and set aside on the same baking sheet.
  9. Sprinkle Some Magic: Top with sprinkles and allow the chocolate to harden.
  10. Serve and Enjoy!: Once done, enjoy right away or store in the fridge until ready to enjoy. Good in the fridge for 3-5 days.

Recommended Products

MOTHER'S Original Circus Animal Frosted Cookies

Wilton Candy Melts - Pink

Wilton Rainbow Nonpareil Food Decorative

Nutrition Facts

Calories

112

Fat (grams)

7 g

Sat. Fat (grams)

3 g

Carbs (grams)

12 g

Fiber (grams)

0 g

Net carbs

12 g

Sugar (grams)

6 g

Protein (grams)

1 g

Sodium (milligrams)

72 mg

Cholesterol (grams)

6 mg

Nutritional Claims: Low Sodium • Low Potassium • Kidney Friendly • Vegetarian • Pescatarian • Peanut Free • Tree Nut Free • Soy Free • Fish Free • Shellfish Free • Pork Free • Red Meat Free • Crustacean Free • Celery Free • Mustard Free • Sesame Free • Lupine Free • Mollusk Free •Alcohol Free • Kosher

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