Begin by chopping high-quality white chocolate into small, even pieces for smooth melting. Use a double boiler or microwave, heating in short bursts of 20-30 seconds, stirring vigorously between each interval until fully melted and silky without any lumps. Let it cool slightly while you prepare the other ingredients.

In a large mixing bowl, combine softened cream cheese, fresh orange zest, orange extract, vanilla extract, powdered sugar, and a pinch of salt. Use an electric mixer on medium speed to beat the mixture until it becomes smooth, fluffy, and well combined—about 2-3 minutes.

Once your chocolate has cooled but is still pourable, gently fold it into the cream cheese mixture using a spatula. Be careful to incorporate everything fully without over-mixing. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 1 hour.

After chilling, use a cookie scoop or your hands to scoop out portions of the mixture. Roll each scoop into a smooth ball, about 1 inch in diameter, and place them on a parchment-lined tray.

For an added touch, melt some additional white chocolate. Dip each truffle into the melted chocolate or roll them in orange sanding sugar for a festive look. Lay the decorated truffles back on the parchment-lined tray and return them to the refrigerator for another 30 minutes to set before serving.