Indulge in the irresistible allure of Red Velvet Truffles! These delectable treats are a perfect symphony of rich, velvety smooth sweetness, designed to tantalize your taste buds without sacrificing your precious time or healthy habits. Imagine a dessert that's quick to prepare, packed with wholesome ingredients, and bursting with unforgettable flavor. That's Red Velvet Truffles for you – your shortcut to guilt-free indulgence. I made these last christmas for my family and became and instant tradition, hope it's the same for you!
Why You Will Love This Recipe
My grandmother, a true southerner at heart, always had a secret weapon in her dessert arsenal: red velvet. While her signature cake was legendary, it was often a project. One year, short on time but wanting to honor her memory, I experimented and stumbled upon these Red Velvet Truffles. The familiar, comforting flavor was instantly reminiscent of her love and warmth, making them a perfect way to share a piece of her with my own family – without spending all day in the kitchen!
Ingredients
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For the Truffles:
- 1 box (15.25 oz) Red Velvet Cake Mix
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 4 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
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For the Coating:
- 12 oz white chocolate chips
- 1 tablespoon coconut oil (or vegetable shortening)
- Red food coloring (optional, for enhanced color)
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Optional Garnishes:
- Red velvet cake crumbs
- Sprinkles
- Chopped nuts
Step-by-Step Instructions for Making the Recipe
- Prepare the Cake: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). In a large bowl, combine the red velvet cake mix, melted butter, softened cream cheese, add vanilla extract. Mix until well combined and smooth.
- Bake the Cake: Coat a 9×13 inch baking pan with non stick spray. Pour the cake batter into your prepared baking pan. Bake on middle rack for approximately 20–25 minutes. Let it cool completely.
- Crumble and Mix: Once the cake is cooled, use your hands to crumble it into fine crumbs, or place it into a blender for perfect crumbs.Add ½ cup of the cream cheese frosting into crumbs and mix until dough forms.
- Shape the Truffles: Roll the mixture into 1-inch balls. Place the truffles on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Chill the Truffles: Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to firm up. This will make them easier to dip.
- Melt the Coating: In a double boiler or heat-safe bowl set over a saucepan of simmering water, combine the white chocolate chips and coconut oil. Stir until smooth and completely melted. Add red food coloring, if desired, for a vibrant red.
- Dip the Truffles: Using a fork or dipping tool, dip each truffle into the melted white chocolate, ensuring it's fully coated.
- Garnish (Optional): Before the chocolate sets, sprinkle with red velvet cake crumbs, sprinkles, or chopped nuts, if desired.
- Set and Enjoy: Place the dipped truffles back onto the parchment-lined baking sheet. Refrigerate for another 15-20 minutes, or until the chocolate is set. Serve and enjoy your homemade Red Velvet Truffles!
Red Velvet Truffles
Ingredients
Equipment
Method
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). In a large bowl, combine the red velvet cake mix, melted butter, softened cream cheese, add vanilla extract. Mix until well combined and smooth.1 box Red Velvet Cake Mix, 1/2 cup unsalted butter, 4 oz cream cheese, 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Coat a 9×13 inch baking pan with non stick spray. Pour the cake batter into your prepared baking pan. Bake on middle rack for approximately 20–25 minutes. Let it cool completely.
- Once the cake is cooled, use your hands to crumble it into fine crumbs, or place it into a blender for perfect crumbs.Add ½ cup of the cream cheese frosting into crumbs and mix until dough forms.
- Roll the mixture into 1-inch balls. Place the truffles on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to firm up. This will make them easier to dip.
- In a double boiler or heat-safe bowl set over a saucepan of simmering water, combine the white chocolate chips and coconut oil. Stir until smooth and completely melted. Add red food coloring, if desired, for a vibrant red.12 oz white chocolate chips, 1 tablespoon coconut oil, Red food coloring
- Using a fork or dipping tool, dip each truffle into the melted white chocolate, ensuring it’s fully coated.
- Before the chocolate sets, sprinkle with red velvet cake crumbs, sprinkles, or chopped nuts, if desired.Red velvet cake crumbs, Sprinkles, Chopped nuts
- Place the dipped truffles back onto the parchment-lined baking sheet. Refrigerate for another 15-20 minutes, or until the chocolate is set. Serve and enjoy your homemade Red Velvet Truffles!