Red Velvet Snowflake Cake Truffles
Red Velvet Snowflake Cake Truffles are a delightful treat that combines the rich flavors of red velvet cake with a creamy white chocolate coating. These bite-sized indulgences are perfect for holiday gatherings or cozy nights in, offering a visually stunning and delicious experience. Each truffle delivers a velvety texture and a hint of tanginess from the cream cheese frosting, making them truly irresistible.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: About 12 truffles 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup red velvet cake (store-bought or homemade)
- 1/2 cup cream cheese frosting
- 1 cup white chocolate chips (for melting)
- Sprinkles or edible glitter (for decoration)
Instructions
- Bake the red velvet cake according to package instructions or your favorite recipe. Allow it to cool completely.
- Crumble the cooled cake into fine crumbs in a large mixing bowl.
- Mix in the cream cheese frosting until combined; the mixture should be moist but firm enough to roll into balls.
- Roll small portions of the mixture into bite-sized balls and set aside.
- Melt the white chocolate chips in a microwave-safe bowl, stirring frequently until smooth.
- Dip each truffle into the melted chocolate, allowing excess to drip off, then place on a parchment-lined tray and decorate with sprinkles while still wet.
- Chill in the refrigerator for about 30 minutes until set before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 truffle (25g)
- Calories: 100
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 45mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
Keywords: For variations, consider using buttercream frosting instead of cream cheese for a sweeter flavor. Add crushed nuts or mini chocolate chips into the truffle mixture for added texture and taste. Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to two weeks or freeze for up to three months.