Melt the white chocolate:

In a heatproof bowl, place the white chocolate chips. Heat the heavy cream in a small saucepan over medium heat until it just begins to simmer. Pour the hot cream over the white chocolate chips and let sit for 2-3 minutes. Stir until completely smooth.

Add the peppermint:

Stir in the peppermint extract and half of the crushed peppermint candies into the melted chocolate mixture.

Chill the mixture:

Let the mixture cool to room temperature, then cover it and refrigerate for about 2 hours, or until firm enough to scoop.

Form the truffles:

Once the mixture is chilled, use a small cookie scoop or spoon to form balls of the truffle mixture. Roll them between your palms to smooth them out.

Coat with powdered sugar:

Roll the truffles in powdered sugar, ensuring they are fully coated. This gives them a snowy, festive look!

Final peppermint touch:

Roll the truffles in the remaining crushed peppermint candies for an extra burst of peppermint flavor and crunch!

Chill again:

Place the truffles back in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving to allow them to firm up.

Notes:

Make ahead: You can make these truffles a few days in advance! Keep them stored in an airtight container in the fridge.

Add a drizzle: For extra flavor, drizzle a little more melted white chocolate over the top of the truffles before refrigerating.

Gift idea: These truffles make a great homemade holiday gift when packaged in a cute box or tin!

Enjoy your creamy, minty, white chocolate truffles! Perfect for holiday parties or cozy gatherings.