Chocolate Filled Donut Truffles

Often linked to festive October food days, these chocolate filled donut truffles rescue day-old glazed yeast donuts as cocoa cream-cheese centers. Rolled and dipped in melted chocolate, they become shareable American party bites with a nostalgic donut soul.

Serves 6 · 25 min prep · 10 min cook

Estimate for one serving

• 310 cal
• 5g protein
• 38g carbs
• 16g fat
• 3g fiber

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Ingredients

• 6 day-old glazed yeast donuts
• 4 oz cream cheese, softened
• 1/4 cup powdered sugar
• 2 tbsp cocoa powder
• 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
• 1/3 cup heavy cream
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• 1/3 cup chocolate sprinkles or crushed nuts
• 1 pinch pinch of salt

Instructions

1. 1Tear the donuts into large pieces and pulse them in a food processor until fine, soft crumbs form that still smell of fried dough and glaze.
2. 2In a mixing bowl beat the cream cheese with powdered sugar, cocoa powder, vanilla, and salt until smooth and chocolatey.
3. 3Fold the donut crumbs into the cream-cheese mixture until a cohesive, moldable dough comes together that holds its shape when squeezed.
4. 4Scoop small portions and roll them between your palms into neat bite-size balls, placing them on a parchment-lined tray.
5. 5Chill the rolled truffles in the refrigerator until firm enough to dip without falling apart.
6. 6Place the chocolate chips in a heatproof bowl; warm the cream until just simmering, then pour over the chips and let stand briefly.
7. 7Stir the chocolate and cream until completely melted and glossy, adding a touch more cream if needed for a smooth dipping consistency.
8. 8Using a fork or dipping tool, coat each chilled truffle in the melted chocolate, letting excess drip back into the bowl.
9. 9Immediately roll or sprinkle the wet chocolate coating with sprinkles or crushed nuts before it sets.
10. 10Return the finished truffles to the parchment tray and chill until the chocolate shell is firm and snappy.
11. 11Arrange on a platter and serve chilled or at cool room temperature so the soft donut center contrasts with the crisp shell.