Festive Holiday Cake Truffles with White Chocolate Coating

These Festive Holiday Cake Truffles are a delightful treat for the season! Made with a moist cake base, coated in creamy white chocolate, and topped with colorful sprinkles, they’re the perfect addition to your holiday festivities. Easy to make and even easier to eat, these truffles are sure to impress everyone.

Ingredients

For the Cake Truffles:

• 1 vanilla or butter cake, baked and cooled
• 1/2 cup cream cheese frosting

For the Coating:

• 2 cups white chocolate chips or melting wafers
• 1 tablespoon coconut oil or shortening

For Decoration:

• Red and green sprinkles
• Optional: Extra melted white chocolate for drizzling

Instructions

1. Make the Cake Truffle Base

1. Crumble the Cake: In a large bowl, crumble the baked cake into fine crumbs using your hands or a fork.
2. Mix with Frosting: Add the cream cheese frosting and mix until the texture is dough-like and holds together. Adjust the frosting amount if necessary.
3. Shape into Balls: Roll the mixture into 1-inch balls and place them on a parchment-lined baking tray. Freeze for 20–30 minutes until firm.

2. Coat the Truffles

1. Melt the White Chocolate: Heat the white chocolate and coconut oil in a microwave-safe bowl in 30-second intervals, stirring after each interval, until smooth.
2. Dip the Cake Balls: Using a fork or toothpick, dip each chilled cake ball into the melted white chocolate, ensuring an even coat. Tap off any excess and place the coated truffles on the parchment-lined tray.
3. Add Sprinkles: Immediately decorate with red and green sprinkles before the coating hardens.

3. Add Decorative Finishing Touches

1. Optional Drizzle: Melt a small amount of extra white chocolate and use a spoon or piping bag to drizzle over the truffles for a polished look.

Tips for Success

• Work with Chilled Truffles: Freezing the cake balls helps maintain their shape and makes dipping easier.
• Adjust Chocolate Consistency: If the melted chocolate becomes too thick, add a little more coconut oil to thin it out.
• Quick Decorating: Add sprinkles immediately after dipping to ensure they stick to the chocolate before it sets.

Why These Truffles Are a Holiday Favorite

These Festive Holiday Cake Truffles are bite-sized, portable, and perfect for sharing. They’re sweet, colorful, and easy to customize for any holiday or occasion. Plus, they make for fantastic edible gifts!

Storage

• Refrigerate: Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 1 week.
• Freeze: Place in a freezer-safe container for up to 1 month. Thaw in the refrigerator before serving.

Variations

• Chocolate Coating: Swap white chocolate for milk or dark chocolate to change the flavor.
• Flavor Additions: Mix peppermint, almond, or orange extract into the cake mixture for a festive twist.
• Customize Sprinkles: Use sprinkles that match different holidays or events for year-round enjoyment.

These Festive Holiday Cake Truffles are a show-stopping addition to your dessert table. Their delicious flavor, festive appearance, and easy preparation make them a must-try recipe. Share the joy this holiday season with these delightful treats!