Ingredients
Equipment
Method
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9x13 inch baking pan. In a large bowl, combine the red velvet cake mix, eggs, vegetable oil, and water. Mix according to the cake box instructions until well combined and smooth.
- Pour the batter evenly into the prepared baking pan. Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Let the cake cool in the pan for about 10 minutes, then invert it onto a wire rack to cool completely.
- Once the cake is entirely cooled, crumble it into fine crumbs in a large bowl. You can use your hands or a fork to break it down.
- Add the entire can of cream cheese frosting to the crumbled cake. Mix thoroughly until the frosting is fully incorporated and the mixture holds together when pressed.
- Roll the cake mixture into bite-sized balls, about 1 inch in diameter. Place the formed balls onto a parchment-lined baking sheet. You should get roughly 30-40 truffles, depending on size.
- Place the baking sheet in the refrigerator and chill the truffles for at least 30 minutes to firm them up. This step is crucial for easy dipping.
- While the truffles are chilling, prepare your white chocolate coating. Place the white chocolate chips in a microwave-safe bowl. Add the heavy cream. Microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring in between, until the chocolate is mostly melted. Stir until smooth and fully melted. If you want a deeper red hue for your truffle coating, add a few drops of red food coloring and stir until evenly distributed.
- Remove the chilled truffles from the refrigerator. Using a toothpick or a small fork, dip each truffle into the melted white chocolate, ensuring it's fully coated. Let any excess chocolate drip back into the bowl.
- Place the dipped truffles back onto the parchment-lined baking sheet. If desired, immediately sprinkle with decorative toppings like extra sprinkles, crushed Oreos, or drizzle with more melted white chocolate. Allow the chocolate to set completely at room temperature or in the refrigerator for about 10-15 minutes.
Notes
Store completely set truffles in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5-7 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 2-3 months. Thaw in the refrigerator overnight.