Name: Strawberry Cake Truffles Recipe
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 5 min
Total time: 2 h 30 min
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 15.25 ounces strawberry cake mix (Betty Crocker recommended); 8 ounces cream cheese, softened to room temperature; ⅓ cup cream cheese chips, roughly chopped; 2 x 10 oz bags Ghirardelli vanilla melting wafers; ½ cup Wilton pink candy melts; ½ cup Wilton bright pink candy melts; Sprinkles (optional)

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Introduction

Strawberry Cake Truffles are a delightful bite-sized treat that combines rich cream cheese with a sweet strawberry cake base. Coated in smooth vanilla and pink candy melts, these truffles are perfect for sharing or enjoying as a special dessert.

A heart-shaped white plate with a gold edge holds four round, white cake balls covered in smooth white icing. Three cake balls are whole and decorated on top with tiny pink, red, and white sprinkles, while the fourth one is cut in half revealing a light pink fluffy inside. The plate rests on a white marbled surface with soft lighting highlighting the smooth texture of the icing and the colors of the sprinkles. Photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Ingredients

15.25 ounce strawberry cake mix (such as Betty Crocker)
8 ounce block cream cheese, softened to room temperature

⅓ cup cream cheese chips, roughly chopped
2 10 oz bags Ghirardelli vanilla melting wafers

½ cup Wilton pink candy melts
½ cup Wilton bright pink candy melts

Sprinkles (optional)

Instructions

Step 1: Preheat the oven to 350°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Spread the cake mix evenly on the sheet and bake for 5 minutes to heat treat the mix and eliminate any bacteria. Remove and cool completely on a wire rack.
Step 2: In a medium bowl, beat the softened cream cheese on medium-high speed until smooth. Fold in the cooled cake mix gently with a spatula, then mix thoroughly with a hand mixer until a dough forms.

Step 3: Fold in the chopped cream cheese chips until evenly distributed. Cover the dough with plastic wrap and refrigerate for 2 hours.
Step 4: Line two baking sheets with parchment. Using a 1½ tablespoon scoop, portion the dough and roll into smooth balls. Let them rest for about 15 minutes to reduce cracking during coating.
Step 5: Melt the vanilla wafers using a double boiler over low heat or in 30-second microwave intervals, stirring until smooth. Dip each dough ball fully into the melted wafers, tap off excess, and place on the lined baking sheet spaced 2 inches apart.

Step 6: Before the coating sets, sprinkle some of the balls with your choice of sprinkles.
Step 7: Melt the two shades of pink candy melts separately in microwave-safe piping bags on a low setting. Snip a small tip from each bag and drizzle over the remaining coated cake balls for decoration.
Step 8: Allow all truffles to set completely before serving. Enjoy your strawberry cake truffles!

Tips & Variations

For best results, use a hand mixer when combining the cream cheese and cake mix to achieve a smooth dough.
Try adding freeze-dried strawberry pieces into the dough for an extra burst of strawberry flavor.
If cream cheese chips are unavailable, white chocolate chips can be a delicious substitute.

Store the truffles in an airtight container between layers of parchment paper to prevent sticking.

Storage

Store the strawberry cake truffles in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days. To serve, allow them to come to room temperature for about 15 minutes. They can also be frozen for up to 1 month; thaw overnight in the fridge before enjoying.

How to Serve

A white plate on a white marbled surface holds about thirteen small round cake balls. The cake balls have two types of decoration: some are coated with white icing and sprinkled with small pink and red round sprinkles, while others are covered with white icing and swirl patterns made from pink lines. One cake ball is cut in half on top of the pile, showing an orange cake inside. The lighting is soft, and the colors are bright and pastel. Photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I use a different cake mix flavor?

Yes, you can experiment with other flavors like vanilla or chocolate cake mix, but the strawberry flavor is what makes these truffles unique and delicious.

Do I have to bake the cake mix before mixing it with cream cheese?

Yes, baking the dry cake mix briefly ensures it is heat-treated to eliminate any bacteria, making the truffles safe to eat since the mix is not used in a fully baked cake form.