Strawberry cake truffles are the perfect blend of sweet flavor and delightful texture. These little bites are a celebration of strawberry cake mix combined with creamy cream cheese, providing a taste that’s utterly irresistible. Each truffle gets a delicious chocolate coating and can be dressed up with a sprinkle of fun toppings for an extra festive flair. Trust me, once you take a bite, you’ll understand why these Valentine Strawberry Cake Truffles Recipe are bound to be a favorite for any occasion.

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Why You’ll Love This Recipe
Ingredients You’ll Need
How to Make Valentine Strawberry Cake Truffles Recipe
Storing & Reheating
Chef’s Helpful Tips
Recipe FAQs
Valentine Strawberry Cake Truffles

I still remember the first time I made these truffles. It was a chilly February evening, and I had a sudden craving for something sweet and strawberry-flavored to mark Valentine’s Day. I rifled through my pantry, and with a few simple ingredients, I whipped up a batch of these beauties. The heartwarming aroma of baking cake mix filled my home, and soon, I was enjoying the joy of these perfectly poppable treats. They’re not only a cute gift for your loved ones but also an incredible way to treat yourself or brighten up a gathering.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

Simple & Quick: With just a few steps, you can whip up these delightful truffles in no time, perfect for a last-minute treat.
Irresistible Flavor: The creamy center pairs beautifully with the sweetness of melted chocolate, making each bite a flavor explosion!
Eye-Catching Appeal: Dressed in colorful candy melts and sprinkles, these truffles are as fun to look at as they are to eat.
Flexible Serving: Ideal for Valentine’s Day, birthday parties, or just a sweet snack anytime you crave something special.
Diet-Friendly Options: While delicious as is, feel free to swap out the cream cheese for a dairy-free version for a different twist.

Ingredients You’ll Need

15.25 ounce strawberry cake mix: I recommend Betty Crocker for its vibrant flavor and ease of use. You could also try any strawberry cake mix available or use white cake mix and add strawberry flavoring.
8 ounce block cream cheese: Be sure it’s softened to room temperature, creating a creamy consistency that binds the cake mix.
⅓ cup cream cheese chips: These add extra creaminess and a bit of tang, but you can opt for white chocolate chips if you prefer.
2 10 oz bags Ghirardelli vanilla melting wafers: The high-quality vanilla flavor really makes the coating shine. You can use other brands, but Ghirardelli melts beautifully.
½ cup Wilton pink candy melts: Perfect for drizzling and providing a pop of color!
½ cup Wilton bright pink candy melts: This adds a fun twist to your drizzling!
Sprinkles (optional): The sprinkles add a festive touch; choose any color or style that fits your occasion.

How to Make Valentine Strawberry Cake Truffles Recipe

Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper. This is a crucial first step to ensure your cake mix is safe to eat.

Heat Treat Cake Mix: Spread the 15.25 ounces of strawberry cake mix on the baking sheet and bake for 5 minutes. This process heats the flour to kill any harmful bacteria. Remove the mix from the oven and let it cool completely on a wire rack.

Cream Cheese Mixture: In a medium mixing bowl, toss in the 8-ounce softened cream cheese and beat it with a hand mixer on medium-high speed until it’s smooth and creamy. This forms the base for your truffles, giving them that delightful creaminess.

Combine Ingredients: Slowly fold the cooled cake mix into the cream cheese mixture using a rubber spatula. Then, finish combining with your hand mixer on medium-high speed until the mixture has reached a dough-like consistency. This two-step mixing helps avoid flour clouds from the cake mix.

Add Cream Cheese Chips: Gently fold in the ⅓ cup of cream cheese chips, ensuring they are evenly distributed throughout the dough.

Chill the Dough: Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and pop it in the refrigerator for about 2 hours. Chilling the dough makes it easier to scoop and reduces the chance of them cracking later.

Prepare Baking Sheets: Once the dough is chilled, line two baking sheets with more parchment paper. Use a 1½ tablespoon cookie scoop to portion out the dough, rolling each scoop into smooth, even balls with your hands. This step allows the truffles to expand a little — about 15 minutes is perfect.

Melt the Wafers: Prepare a double boiler on the stovetop over low heat to melt the Ghirardelli vanilla melting wafers. You can also microwave them in a bowl, but do so in 30-second increments, stirring in between until fully melted. I find the double boiler method maintains the right temperature better.

Coat the Dough Balls: Once melted, dip a dough ball into the melted vanilla wafers using a fork, making sure it’s fully coated. Lift it out and gently tap the fork against the edge of your bowl or pot to remove excess coating before setting it back on the lined baking sheet.

Sprinkle Fun: After coating all the dough balls, space them about 2 inches apart. Before the coating dries, sprinkle fun toppings on half of the truffles if desired. Have fun with it—the swirls of color are half the charm!

Melt Candy Coating: For the finishing touch, place both the pink candy melts into separate microwave-safe piping bags, melting them on a low setting until smooth.

Drizzle Fun: Once melted, snip off the tip of the piping bags and drizzle over the coated cake balls in any creative design you fancy.

Set & Enjoy: Allow the truffles to set completely, which usually takes about 30 minutes, before indulging in your homemade treats.

Storing & Reheating

To store your Valentine Strawberry Cake Truffles, keep them in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days. For longer storage, pop them in your refrigerator where they’ll last about a week. You can even freeze the truffles for up to 3 months—just make sure they are in a freezer-safe container, separated by parchment paper to prevent sticking. When ready to enjoy, let them thaw at room temperature. The texture may change slightly, but a quick dive into the melted coating again can refresh their charm.

Chef’s Helpful Tips

To avoid dry truffles, make sure your cream cheese is at room temperature before mixing.
If the dough feels too sticky after chilling, a quick dust of powdered sugar on your hands will help.
Don’t skip the step of letting them rest before coating; this reduces the risk of cracking during the coating process.
Experiment with various melting wafers or chocolate types for unique flavors!
These truffles can be made ahead of time, perfect for busy days leading up to a holiday or event.

Experience the joy these lovely treats can bring, whether for Valentine’s Day or just because! They’re the perfect way to share a little love and happiness with friends and family while treating yourself at the same time.

Recipe FAQs

How do I know when the truffles are set?

Once the chocolate coating feels firm to the touch and appears dull instead of shiny, your truffles are set and ready to devour! If they have been in the refrigerator, allow them to sit at room temperature for about ten minutes before enjoying for the best flavor experience.

Can I use a different cake mix flavor?

Absolutely! While strawberry cake mix is what brings the special flavor here, you can customize to your taste. Chocolate, vanilla, or even red velvet cake mixes work wonderfully for unique variations.

What can I use instead of candy melts?

If you don’t have candy melts available, you can use white chocolate chips or even colored chocolate bars! Simply melt them using the same method and drizzle or coat your truffles as you normally would.

How do I add extra flavor to my truffles?

Consider enhancing your truffles by adding a teaspoon of vanilla extract or almond extract to the cream cheese mixture. For a tart twist, include some finely chopped strawberries or a bit of strawberry jam in the filling to amp up that sweet flavor.

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These Valentine Strawberry Cake Truffles bring a delightful twist to dessert, combining creamy strawberry cake with a smooth coating that’s perfect for any celebration. Quick to prepare and irresistibly delicious, they make for a sweet homemade treat that everyone will love!

Ingredients

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15.25 ounce strawberry cake mix
8 ounce block cream cheese softened to room temperature
⅓ cup cream cheese chips roughly chopped
2 10 oz bags ghirardelli vanilla melting wafers
½ cup wilton pink candy melts
½ cup wilton bright pink candy melts
Sprinkles optional

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Instructions

Preheat oven to 350°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Bake the cake mix for 5 minutes to heat treat it.
Allow the cake mix to cool completely on a wire rack after removing it from the oven.
Beat softened cream cheese in a medium bowl until smooth and creamy using a hand mixer.
Fold the cooled cake mix into the cream cheese, mixing until a dough forms.
Incorporate cream cheese chips and mix until evenly distributed.
Cover dough with plastic wrap and chill in the refrigerator for 2 hours.
Scoop the dough using a 1 ½ tablespoon cookie scoop, roll into balls, and let them rest for 15 minutes on lined baking sheets.
Melt the vanilla melting wafers using a double boiler or microwave, stirring frequently.
Dip each dough ball into melted vanilla wafers, allowing excess to drip off before placing them back on the baking sheet.
Add sprinkles to half of the balls before coating sets, then drizzle melted pink candy melts on others.
Let truffles set completely before enjoying.

Notes

Make sure to properly heat treat the cake mix to eliminate potential bacteria.
Chilling the dough is crucial for rolling smooth truffles and ensuring a nice coating.
You can customize the truffles with different colors of candy melts or toppings.