No-Bake Cake Batter Truffles Recipe
Introduction
No-bake cake batter truffles are a quick and delightful treat that combines the fun flavors of cake mix and creamy cheese with a smooth chocolate coating. These bite-sized sweets are perfect for parties or a simple homemade dessert without turning on the oven.
Ingredients
- 1 box of cake mix (any flavor)
- 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 12 ounces chocolate coating or melting chocolate
Instructions
- Step 1: In a large bowl, combine the cake mix and softened cream cheese until fully mixed into a thick dough-like consistency.
- Step 2: Roll the mixture into small balls, about 1 inch in diameter, and place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Step 3: Chill the cake balls in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes to firm up.
- Step 4: Melt the chocolate coating in a microwave-safe bowl or using a double boiler until smooth.
- Step 5: Dip each chilled cake ball into the melted chocolate, making sure it is fully coated. Allow any excess chocolate to drip off before placing it back on the parchment paper.
- Step 6: Refrigerate the coated truffles until the chocolate hardens, about 15 minutes, then serve or store.
Tips & Variations
- Use different flavors of cake mix to create a variety of truffle tastes.
- For added texture, sprinkle crushed nuts or colorful sprinkles on the truffles before the chocolate sets.
- If you don’t have cream cheese, softened butter can be used, but the texture will be slightly different.
- Store truffles in an airtight container to keep them fresh longer.
Storage
Store the truffles in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week. To enjoy them at room temperature, remove from the fridge about 15 minutes before serving. If the chocolate becomes too firm, a brief microwave for a few seconds can soften it slightly.
How to Serve
Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.
FAQs
Can I use homemade cake instead of cake mix?
Yes, you can use crumbled homemade cake, but be sure it is fully cooled and not too moist to achieve the right consistency for rolling.
What type of chocolate works best for coating?
Melting chocolates or candy melts work best because they harden smoothly and have a shiny finish. You can also use good-quality semi-sweet or milk chocolate bars melted with a small amount of vegetable oil.
PrintNo-Bake Cake Batter Truffles Recipe
Delightfully simple and indulgent, No-Bake Cake Batter Truffles combine the flavors of cake mix and cream cheese into bite-sized treats coated in rich chocolate. These truffles require no baking, making them a perfect quick dessert or party snack that’s both fun to make and delicious to eat.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 45 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 30 truffles 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 box (about 15.25 oz) cake mix (any flavor)
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 12 oz chocolate coating or melting chocolate (white, milk, or dark chocolate)
Instructions
- Prepare the Cake Mixture: In a large mixing bowl, combine the cake mix and softened cream cheese until fully blended into a thick, dough-like consistency.
- Form the Truffles: Use your hands or a small cookie scoop to roll the mixture into uniform balls, about 1 inch in diameter.
- Chill the Truffles: Place the rolled balls on a parchment-lined tray and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to firm up.
- Melt the Chocolate: In a microwave-safe bowl, melt the chocolate coating in 30-second intervals, stirring between each, until smooth.
- Dip the Truffles: Using a fork or dipping tool, dip each chilled ball into the melted chocolate to coat completely. Allow excess chocolate to drip off.
- Set the Coating: Place dipped truffles back onto parchment and refrigerate until the chocolate is hardened, about 30 minutes.
Notes
- Use any cake mix flavor to customize your truffles, such as vanilla, chocolate, or funfetti.
- For easier dipping, ensure truffles are well-chilled to prevent melting.
- Store truffles in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week.
- If chocolate coating hardens during dipping, gently re-melt to maintain smooth texture.
- Optional: decorate with sprinkles or drizzle a contrasting chocolate flavor before the coating sets.
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