Red Velvet Truffles

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Whether you’re a pro at baking or just starting out in the kitchen, these Red Velvet Truffles are an easy and tasty treat. Made with cake mix, cream cheese, and melting wafers, they offer a simple yet elegant dessert option. Perfect for anyone who wants a hassle-free way to make delightful bite-sized treats.

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Delectable red velvet truffles that offer a bite-sized explosion of the classic red velvet flavor. These indulgent treats are made by combining red velvet cake crumbs with a velvety cream cheese frosting, creating a smooth and moist mixture. The truffle mixture is then rolled into bite-sized balls and coated in a layer of rich, melted chocolate, providing a luxurious outer shell. To enhance their visual appeal, a dusting of red velvet cake crumbs or a drizzle of contrasting chocolate can be added as a finishing touch. These red velvet truffles are perfect for gifting, serving at parties, or as a delightful dessert bite. They encapsulate the essence of red velvet cake in a convenient and shareable form, making them a crowd-pleaser for any occasion.

Why You’ll Love These Simple Red Velvet Truffles :

  • Easy and Convenient: Using cake mix makes baking a breeze since it already has all the dry ingredients in the right amounts. This saves time and effort compared to starting from scratch.
  • Consistent Flavor: The cake mix is designed to give a consistent flavor, ensuring your red velvet truffles have that classic taste we all love in red velvet desserts.
  • Simplicity: Cake mix is a fantastic shortcut, and melting wafers for the coating and drizzle give you a smooth finish and glossy shine without the need to temper chocolate.
  • These red velvet truffles (similar to red velvet cake pops without the stick) are perfect for parties, sharing with neighbors, or as a sweet treat for your birthday.

Storing and Freezing:

  • Store: Keep truffles in an airtight container with parchment paper between layers for up to 2 weeks. (That is, if you can resist eating them all before then!)
  • Freeze: After letting the coating set, place truffles in a freezer-safe container with parchment paper between layers. They could be frozen for up to 3 months. Thaw them in the fridge overnight.

Tips for Success:

  • Slightly Underbake the Cake: Remove the cake from the oven when a toothpick comes out with a few moist crumbs. This extra moisture helps the cake roll into balls more easily.
  • Use Soft Cream Cheese: Soft cream cheese mixes better into the red velvet cake crumbs. If it’s too cold, microwave it until it leaves an indent when pressed with your finger.
  • Use a Stand Mixer: While you can use your hands, a stand mixer makes breaking up the cake and incorporating the cream cheese easier.
  • Don’t Freeze/Chill Too Long: Avoid chilling the shaped cake balls longer than recommended, as the coating may crack after setting. You want them stiff enough so the cake crumbs don’t fall off into the melted mixture.

Want more festive and beautiful Red Velvet Desserts?

Red Velvet Cookies

Red Velvet Bundt Cake

Red Velvet Cake Roll

Red Velvet Cake with Cream Cheese Frosting

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