Orange Cream Bites (Printable Version)

These no-oven-needed bites pack a nostalgic orange twist and are covered in silky white chocolate for the perfect sweet snack.

# Ingredients:

→ Base Ingredients

01 - 2 cups crushed vanilla wafers (make sure they're crushed finely)
02 - 1/2 cup unsalted butter, brought to room temperature
03 - 1 1/2 cups confectioners' sugar
04 - 1/4 cup thawed orange juice concentrate
05 - 1/2 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
06 - 1 teaspoon freshly grated orange zest

→ Toppings and Coating

07 - 1 cup candy melts or white chocolate chips
08 - Rainbow or orange sprinkles to decorate (optional)
09 - A little extra grated orange zest for garnish (optional)

# Steps:

01 - In a big mixing bowl, whip the confectioners' sugar and softened butter together until it turns smooth and fluffy. Break down all lumps so it’s completely creamy. Stir in the orange juice concentrate, vanilla, and orange zest, mixing well so you get that burst of citrusy flavor.
02 - Toss in the crushed wafers and stir everything together until the dough becomes thick and easy to mold. If it’s too sticky, chill it for 10 minutes. If it’s crumbly, mix in just a splash more orange juice concentrate.
03 - Scoop out small portions (about a tablespoon each) and roll them into smooth, round balls using your hands. Arrange them on a baking sheet lined with wax or parchment paper. When done, refrigerate for 30 minutes to make them firm.
04 - While the truffles are setting, melt the white chocolate or candy melts in a microwave-safe bowl. Do short intervals of 20 seconds, giving it a good stir after each microwave zap, until it's fully melted with no chunks left. Don’t overheat it, or it might turn grainy.
05 - Take the chilled balls from the fridge. One at a time, drop a ball into your melted chocolate and use a fork to roll it around until completely coated. Lift it out, letting the extra chocolate drip off, and set it back onto the lined baking sheet.
06 - Before the chocolate hardens, sprinkle each coated truffle with some orange zest or colorful sprinkles. Move fast because the chocolate solidifies quickly! If the chocolate begins to thicken as you go, pop it back into the microwave for 10 seconds.
07 - Once all your truffles are decorated, slide the tray back into the fridge. Let them set up completely for 15-20 minutes until the chocolate hardens. You can then serve them on a plate or store them in an airtight container for later. Bet they won’t last long, though!

# Notes:

01 - These bites will remind you of classic creamsicle ice pops - they’re full of nostalgia!
02 - If the dough softens too much as you're rolling, just chill it again to make shaping easier.
03 - Melt white chocolate gradually on low heat—patience is key to avoid it seizing up!

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