Description
Delight in these adorable Valentine Strawberry Cake Truffles, featuring moist strawberry cake crumbs combined with creamy frosting and coated in smooth white chocolate with a touch of freeze-dried strawberry flavor. Perfectly bite-sized and festively decorated with sprinkles, these treats are a sweet, fun way to celebrate love and special occasions.
Ingredients
Scale
Strawberry Cake Mixture
- 200 grams strawberry cake crumbs
- 50 grams cream cheese frosting
- 1 tablespoon freeze dried strawberry powder
Coating
- 200 grams white chocolate candy melts
- 2 teaspoons coconut oil
- 1 teaspoon red food coloring (optional)
Decoration
- 10 grams sprinkles
Instructions
- Prepare cake crumbs: Crumble the strawberry cake into fine crumbs in a large bowl, ensuring there are no large pieces for a smooth texture in the truffles.
- Mix cake and frosting: Add the cream cheese frosting and freeze dried strawberry powder to the crumbs and mix thoroughly until all ingredients are well combined into a uniform mixture.
- Shape the truffles: Roll the mixture into 20–24 small balls, about 1 inch in diameter each, and place them spaced on a lined baking sheet.
- Freeze to firm up: Place the baking sheet with cake balls into the freezer and let them freeze for at least 30 minutes; this step helps the truffles hold their shape during coating.
- Melt coating mixture: In a microwave-safe bowl, melt the white chocolate candy melts together with the coconut oil by heating in 30-second intervals, stirring between each until smooth and fully melted.
- Add color: Stir in red food coloring gradually until the desired shade is achieved, enhancing the festive Valentine’s look.
- Dip truffles: Using a fork or dipping tool, dip each cake ball into the melted coating, allowing excess chocolate to drip off before returning it to the lined baking sheet.
- Decorate immediately: While the coating is still wet, sprinkle the truffles with sprinkles to add color and texture.
- Set the truffles: Refrigerate the cake truffles for 15 minutes to allow the coating to harden completely, ensuring they remain firm and easy to handle.
Notes
- Using freeze dried strawberry powder intensifies the strawberry flavor without adding moisture.
- Red food coloring is optional but adds a festive touch—use gel coloring for a more vibrant color without thinning the chocolate.
- Ensure the cake balls are well chilled before dipping to prevent melting the coating.
- Coconut oil helps create a smooth and shiny coating that sets nicely.
- Store the truffles in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
