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Red Velvet Truffles

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These red velvet truffles are creamy, decadent, and perfectly balanced bite-sized treats made from red velvet cake crumbs and cream cheese frosting, coated in white chocolate or red candy melts. They are quick and easy to make, perfect for gifting or parties.

Ingredients

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  • 1 box red velvet cake mix (about 15.25 oz / 432 g)
  • 8 oz (227 g) cream cheese, softened (full-fat preferred)
  • 1/4 cup (57 g) unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 cup (120 g) powdered sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 12 oz (340 g) white chocolate or red candy melts for coating
  • Optional toppings: crushed freeze-dried strawberries, red sprinkles, or cocoa powder

Instructions

  1. Bake the red velvet cake according to package instructions in a 9×13-inch (23×33 cm) pan. Let it cool completely (about 30-45 minutes). Crumble the cake finely until you get about 3 1/2 cups (about 350 g) of crumbs.
  2. In a large bowl, beat the softened cream cheese and unsalted butter using an electric mixer until smooth and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes. Add vanilla extract and powdered sugar gradually, beating well after each addition until creamy and slightly thick.
  3. Gently fold the cake crumbs into the cream cheese frosting until fully incorporated. The mixture should hold together when pressed but not be overly sticky. Adjust with powdered sugar or butter if needed.
  4. Scoop tablespoon-sized amounts of the mixture and roll into balls between your palms. Place each truffle on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Refrigerate for at least 1 hour to firm up.
  5. Melt the white chocolate or red candy melts in a microwave-safe bowl in 20-second intervals, stirring in between until smooth. Dip each chilled truffle into the melted chocolate, letting excess drip off. Place back on parchment and add toppings if desired. Chill again for 30 minutes until set.

Notes

Chill the truffle mixture before rolling to make shaping easier. Use powdered sugar on hands if mixture sticks. Melt chocolate slowly to avoid seizing. Chill truffles before and after coating to prevent cracking and messy drips. For a smoother coating, use a cooling rack to let excess chocolate drip off. Variations include adding mini chocolate chips, nuts, or seasonal flavors like peppermint or orange zest. Gluten-free and vegan versions possible with ingredient swaps.

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