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Strawberry Shortcake Truffles Recipe

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Delight in these luscious Strawberry Shortcake Truffles, combining moist vanilla cake crumbs with sweet strawberry frosting, coated in pink candy melts, and decorated with white chocolate and festive sprinkles. Perfect bite-sized treats for parties or gifting that capture the nostalgic flavors of a classic strawberry shortcake in an elegant, easy-to-enjoy form.

Ingredients

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For the Truffle Base:

  • 1 box (15.25 oz) vanilla or white cake mix, plus ingredients listed on box (usually eggs, oil, water)
  • 1 cup strawberry frosting (store-bought or homemade)
  • 1/2 cup crushed vanilla wafer cookies or graham crackers (optional)
  • 1/4 cup freeze-dried strawberries, finely crushed (optional)

For the Coating:

  • 16 oz pink candy melts or pink chocolate coating
  • 2 tbsp coconut oil or shortening

For the Decoration:

  • 4–6 oz white chocolate or white candy melts
  • Crushed freeze-dried strawberries
  • Pink sanding sugar or sprinkles
  • Optional: edible gold leaf, gold stars, or pearl dust

Instructions

  1. Bake the Cake: Preheat your oven to 350°F (or as directed on the cake mix box). Prepare and bake the vanilla or white cake in a 9×13 inch pan following package directions. Allow the cake to cool completely in the pan to avoid melting the truffles during preparation. Once cooled, crumble the entire cake into fine crumbs in a large bowl using your hands or a fork.
  2. Make the Truffle Mixture: Add about 3/4 cup of strawberry frosting to the cake crumbs. Thoroughly mix by hand until the mixture forms a moldable dough that holds its shape. Fold in crushed vanilla wafers or freeze-dried strawberries if using, to add texture. Adjust the amount of frosting or crumbs as needed to achieve a moist but not sticky consistency. Taste and adjust flavors if necessary.
  3. Roll the Truffles: Line a baking sheet with parchment or wax paper. Scoop 1-2 tablespoons of mixture per truffle and roll between your palms to form smooth balls. If the mixture is sticky, slightly wet your hands. Place the formed truffles spaced apart on the lined baking sheet. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes or freeze for 15 minutes until firm.
  4. Melt the Pink Coating: In a microwave-safe bowl, combine pink candy melts with 2 tablespoons of coconut oil or shortening. Microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring until the coating is smooth and fluid. If the coating is too thick, add more coconut oil one teaspoon at a time to reach desired consistency. Transfer to a deep, narrow container for easy dipping.
  5. Dip and Coat: Remove truffles from the fridge or freezer and dip 6-8 at a time into the melted pink coating using a fork or dipping tool. Ensure complete coverage by spooning chocolate over each truffle, then lift and tap off excess coating. Place dipped truffles on a parchment-lined sheet. Work quickly and refrigerate truffles if they begin to warm and soften. Reheat coating as needed to maintain fluidity.
  6. Decorate: While the pink coating is still wet, sprinkle with crushed freeze-dried strawberries, pink sanding sugar, or sprinkles, gently pressing to help them adhere. Let the coating set at room temperature for 10-15 minutes or in the fridge for 5 minutes. Melt white chocolate or white candy melts and transfer into a piping or zip-top bag. Drizzle the white chocolate artistically over the truffles and add any additional decorations immediately. Allow complete setting before serving.
  7. Admire Your Work: Enjoy the beautiful presentation of your strawberry shortcake truffles. Capture photos to share with friends or serve as an irresistible dessert for any occasion.

Notes

  • For a richer flavor, use homemade strawberry frosting if desired.
  • Freeze-dried strawberries add natural strawberry crunch but are optional.
  • If the truffle mixture feels too dry, add more frosting gradually; if too sticky, add extra cake crumbs.
  • Work quickly when dipping truffles to prevent the coating from hardening.
  • Store truffles in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
  • Allow truffles to come to room temperature briefly before serving for the best flavor and texture.

Keywords: Strawberry shortcake truffles, cake truffles, no-bake truffles, strawberry dessert, candy coated truffles, white chocolate truffles

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