White Chocolate Holiday Truffles: A Festive Bite-Sized Treat
Get into the holiday spirit with these White Chocolate Holiday Truffles! With a moist cake base, creamy white chocolate coating, and festive sprinkles, these bite-sized delights are perfect for parties, gifts, or simply enjoying at home. Let’s whip them up step by step.
Ingredients
For the Cake Truffles:
- 1 baked vanilla or butter cake, cooled (store-bought or homemade)
- 1/2 cup cream cheese frosting
For the White Chocolate Coating:
- 2 cups white chocolate chips or melting wafers
- 1 tablespoon coconut oil or shortening
For Decoration:
- Red and green sprinkles
- White chocolate drizzle (optional)
Instructions
1. Prepare the Cake Mixture
- Crumble the Cake: In a large bowl, crumble the cake into fine crumbs using your hands or a fork.
- Mix with Frosting: Add the frosting to the cake crumbs and mix until a dough-like texture forms. Adjust the frosting amount if needed for binding.
- Roll into Balls: Roll the mixture into 1-inch balls and place them on a parchment-lined tray. Freeze for 20–30 minutes until firm.
2. Coat the Truffles
- Melt the White Chocolate: In a microwave-safe bowl, heat the white chocolate and coconut oil in 30-second intervals, stirring in between, until smooth and silky.
- Dip the Truffles: Using a fork or toothpick, dip each chilled ball into the melted white chocolate, ensuring it is evenly coated. Shake off excess chocolate and place the truffles back on the parchment-lined tray.
- Decorate: Immediately sprinkle red and green sprinkles on top while the coating is still wet.
3. Add Finishing Touches
- Optional Drizzle: Melt a small amount of white chocolate and drizzle over the truffles for an extra decorative touch.
Tips for Perfect Truffles
- Chill the Cake Balls: Freezing the cake balls helps them maintain their shape during dipping.
- Thin the Chocolate: Add more coconut oil if the melted chocolate becomes too thick.
- Quick Decoration: Add sprinkles immediately after dipping, as the coating hardens quickly.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
These White Chocolate Holiday Truffles are the perfect combination of sweetness and festivity. They’re simple to make, easy to customize, and ideal for sharing with loved ones during the holiday season.
Storage
- Refrigerate: Store the truffles in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 7 days.
- Freeze: Place in a freezer-safe container for up to 1 month. Thaw in the fridge before serving.
Variations
- Chocolate Coating: Use milk or dark chocolate for the coating instead of white chocolate.
- Flavor Boost: Add peppermint, orange, or almond extract to the cake mixture for a unique flavor twist.
- Seasonal Sprinkles: Customize the sprinkles to fit different holidays or occasions.
Make your holiday celebrations extra special with these White Chocolate Holiday Truffles. Quick, festive, and absolutely delicious, they’re the perfect addition to your dessert table. Try them today and share the joy!
