Sweet Strawberry Shortcake Cheesecake Truffles

Strawberry Shortcake Cheesecake Truffles appeared one afternoon when a casual plan quietly turned into a small celebration. A friend stopped by to help pack dessert boxes for a school fundraiser, another was testing recipes for a spring bridal shower, and someone else was simply looking for a treat that felt playful without being heavy.

The kitchen counter filled quickly with parchment paper, pink chocolate melts, and bowls of crushed cookies, each step feeling more like a shared project than a task.

As the truffles came together, conversations bounced between upcoming birthdays, weekend trips, and memories of strawberry shortcake served at family gatherings years ago. The scent of strawberries and vanilla lingered while hands rolled, dipped, and decorated.

Strawberry Shortcake Cheesecake Truffles fit right into that moment, small, colorful, and easy to share. They didn’t ask for forks or plates, just a pause, a smile, and maybe one more before the box was closed.

Short Description

Strawberry Shortcake Cheesecake Truffles are bite-sized treats made with creamy strawberry cheesecake centers, golden Oreo truffle dough, and a pink chocolate coating finished with crunchy strawberry cookie crumbles.

Key Ingredients

For the strawberry cheesecake filling

• 3 oz cream cheese, room temperature
• 3 tablespoons powdered sugar
• 1½ tablespoons strawberry preserves
• ⅛ teaspoon vanilla extract
• Pinch of salt

For the Oreo truffles

• 36 golden Oreo cookies
• 8 oz cream cheese, room temperature
• 14 oz pink melting chocolates (about 1¼ cups)
• ½ cup white chocolate

For the strawberry shortcake crumbles

• 3 golden Oreos
• ¼ cup freeze-dried strawberries

Tools Needed

• Food processor
• Hand mixer or mixing bowl
• Baking sheet
• Parchment paper
• Forks or dipping tools
• Microwave-safe bowl
• Piping bag or plastic bag

Cooking Instructions

Step 1: make the strawberry cheesecake centers
In a bowl, mix cream cheese, powdered sugar, strawberry preserves, vanilla extract, and salt until smooth.

Scoop ½ teaspoon portions onto a parchment-lined baking sheet. Freeze for about 45 minutes until firm.

Step 2: prepare the Oreo truffle dough
Pulse golden Oreos into fine crumbs. Mix with cream cheese until a soft dough forms.

Scoop about 1 tablespoon of dough, flatten it, place a frozen cheesecake center in the middle, then wrap and roll into a smooth ball. Freeze for 20 minutes.

Step 3: make the crumble topping
Pulse golden Oreos and freeze-dried strawberries separately until crumbly, then mix together in a small bowl. Set aside.

Step 4: coat the truffles
Melt pink chocolate in the microwave in 20-second intervals, stirring until smooth. Dip each truffle into the pink chocolate, letting excess drip off. Place back on parchment.

Step 5: decorate and set
Melt white chocolate and drizzle over the truffles using a piping bag or spoon. Sprinkle strawberry shortcake crumble on top before the coating sets. Chill until firm.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

No baking required

Bite-sized and easy to serve

Creamy center with crunchy coating

Perfect for parties and gifting

Kid-friendly and festive

Make-ahead friendly

Mistakes to Avoid & Solutions

Cheesecake centers too soft
They will be hard to wrap.
Solution: Freeze fully until firm before assembling.

Truffle dough sticking to hands
Warm dough becomes messy.
Solution: Chill briefly and lightly coat hands with powdered sugar.

Chocolate too thick
This leads to uneven coating.
Solution: Add a teaspoon of coconut oil or shortening to thin it.

Drizzle hardening too fast
This makes decorating difficult.
Solution: Drizzle immediately after dipping while the coating is still wet.

Crumbles falling off
They won’t stick once chocolate sets.
Solution: Sprinkle toppings right after dipping.

Serving and Pairing Suggestions

Serve chilled on dessert trays

Perfect for baby showers and spring parties

Pair with iced tea or sparkling lemonade

Add to dessert gift boxes

Arrange by color for visual appeal

Storage and Reheating Tips

Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days

Freeze undecorated truffles for up to 1 month

Do not reheat

Bring to room temperature for 5 minutes before serving

FAQs

1. Can I use regular Oreos instead of golden?
Yes, but the flavor will be more chocolate-forward.

2. Can I skip the pink chocolate?
Yes, white or milk chocolate works well too.

3. Can I use fresh strawberries instead of preserves?
Preserves work best for consistency and moisture control.

4. Do these need to stay refrigerated?
Yes, because of the cream cheese filling.

5. Can kids help make these?
Absolutely. Rolling and decorating are great hands-on steps.

Tips & Tricks

Use a small cookie scoop for even sizing

Chill between steps for cleaner shaping

Line trays with parchment for easy release

Melt chocolate slowly to avoid seizing

Decorate in batches to keep coating workable

Recipe Variations

Chocolate Strawberry Truffles
Use chocolate Oreos and dip in dark chocolate instead of pink.

Lemon Shortcake Truffles
Swap strawberry preserves for lemon curd and add lemon zest to the filling.

Vanilla Berry Truffles
Use vanilla sandwich cookies and mixed berry preserves.

Mini Truffle Pops
Insert lollipop sticks before freezing and dip as cake pops.

Final Thoughts

Strawberry Shortcake Cheesecake Truffles bring a sense of ease and charm to any table. They’re small enough to feel playful, yet layered enough to feel intentional. Each bite carries creaminess, sweetness, and a little crunch that keeps things interesting.

These truffles often disappear faster than expected, which always feels like the best kind of compliment. Strawberry Shortcake Cheesecake Truffles fit naturally into moments meant for sharing, adding a touch of color and comfort without asking for much effort in return.