Valentine’s Day is just around the corner, and what better way to express your love than with a delightful batch of homemade Strawberry Cake Truffles? These treats are the perfect blend of sweetness and tang, giving you a taste that’s nothing short of a dream. Coated in creamy vanilla melting wafers and drizzled with colorful pink candy melts, these truffles not only taste incredible but also look wildly enticing.

Table of Contents

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

This Valentine’s Strawberry Cake Truffles recipe is absolutely charming, capturing the essence of love and sweet indulgence in every bite. The combination of strawberry cake and cream cheese creates a decadent yet light flavor profile that’s sure to impress your loved ones. Whether you’re preparing for a romantic dinner or a lively get-together with friends, these truffles are a showstopper. I promise that once you whip up a batch, they won’t last long!

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

Simple & Quick: With just a few ingredients and straightforward steps, you can whip up these truffles in no time.
Irresistible Flavor: The strawberry cake mix combined with cream cheese creates a rich, tangy filling that’s hard to resist.
Eye-Catching Appeal: These truffles are as beautiful as they are delicious, perfect for impressing guests or loved ones.
Flexible Serving: Great for parties, sweet snacks, or as a dessert to share with someone special.
Diet-Friendly Options: You can easily adapt this recipe to make it gluten-free or dairy-free with the right substitutes.

Ingredients You’ll Need

15.25 ounces strawberry cake mix: I recommend using Betty Crocker for its consistent flavor. Be sure to heat treat it to eliminate any bacteria.
8 ounces cream cheese, softened to room temperature: This gives the truffles a creamy, luscious texture. Make sure it’s fully softened to ensure easy mixing.
⅓ cup cream cheese chips, roughly chopped: These add delightful bursts of cream cheese flavor throughout the truffles.
2 (10-ounce) bags Ghirardelli vanilla melting wafers: Using Ghirardelli ensures a smooth and rich coating that perfectly complements the strawberry flavor.
½ cup Wilton pink candy melts: These will be used for drizzling on top of the coated truffles for an added visual pop.
½ cup Wilton bright pink candy melts: Similar to the pink candy melts, these add an extra dimension of color and fun!
Sprinkles (optional): A playful touch for those who love a bit of texture and color.

How to Make Valentine Strawberry Cake Truffles Recipe

Preheat the Oven: Begin by preheating your oven to 350°F and lining a baking sheet with parchment paper. It’s essential to heat-treat the cake mix to eliminate any harmful bacteria.

Bake the Cake Mix: Spread the 15.25 ounces of strawberry cake mix evenly on the prepared baking sheet. Bake it in the preheated oven for 5 minutes, then take it out and let it cool completely on a wire rack. This critical step keeps your truffles safe to eat while achieving the right consistency.

Mix the Cream Cheese: In a medium mixing bowl, add the 8 ounces of softened cream cheese. Use a hand mixer on medium-high speed to beat it until smooth and creamy. This will create a lovely base for your truffles.

Incorporate the Cake Mix: Gently fold the cooled cake mix into the bowl with the cream cheese. To prevent a mess, use a rubber spatula for the initial folding. Then, switch to the hand mixer and beat on medium-high speed until fully combined, achieving a dough-like consistency that’s easy to work with.

Add Cream Cheese Chips: Carefully fold in the ⅓ cup of roughly chopped cream cheese chips into your dough until they are evenly distributed. This step enhances the creamy flavor and adds a delightful texture.

Chill the Dough: Cover the cake mix dough with plastic wrap and place it in the refrigerator for 2 hours. Chilling helps firm up the dough, making it easier to shape into truffles.

Scoop the Dough: Once chilled, line two baking sheets with parchment paper again. Using a 1½ tablespoon cookie scoop, scoop the dough and place it onto the baking sheets. Roll each scoop into smooth, even balls with your hands for uniformity. Leave them to expand for about 15 minutes—this helps prevent cracking when you coat them.

Melt the Vanilla Wafers: Prepare a double boiler to melt the two bags of Ghirardelli vanilla melting wafers on the stovetop over low heat. Alternatively, you can use a microwave-safe bowl. Microwave on low settings in 30-second increments, stirring in between until fully melted. I prefer the double boiler as it helps maintain the perfect temperature for dipping.

Coat the Dough Balls: Take one dough ball and place it on a fork, then dip it fully into the melted vanilla wafers. Lift it out and lightly tap the fork against the edge of the bowl to shake off any excess coating. Place the coated truffles on the lined baking sheets and ensure they are spaced about 2 inches apart.

Add Sprinkles: Before the vanilla coating dries, sprinkle your favorite sprinkles on the coated dough balls. This adds a fun touch to your truffles and enhances their festive appeal.

Prepare the Candy Melts: Place the pink and bright pink candy melts into two separate microwave-safe piping bags. Microwave on low until melted, then cut a small tip from each bag to create a drizzle effect over the already coated cake balls.

Let Them Set: Allow your truffles to set completely before serving. This ensures they firm up and hold their shape beautifully. Grab a few friends, share the love, and enjoy your delightful Valentine Strawberry Cake Truffles!

Storing & Reheating

To keep your truffles fresh, store them at room temperature in an airtight container for up to a week. If you prefer refrigeration, they can last in the fridge for about two weeks. For longer storage, freeze them in a single layer on a baking sheet before transferring them to a freezer-safe container, and they will last up to 3 months. When you want to enjoy them again, simply allow them to sit at room temperature to bring back their delightful texture. Despite freezing, they can maintain their flavor, though the coating may become slightly less crisp.

Chef’s Helpful Tips

Avoiding Cracking: Let the dough balls rest before coating; this helps to prevent any unwanted cracking in the chocolate.
Temperature is Key: Ensure your cream cheese is at room temperature to mix smoothly with the cake mix, creating a softer truffle.
Batch Sizes: If making these for a party, consider doubling the recipe so there’s plenty for everyone to enjoy.
Make Ahead: You can prepare them in advance; simply store them in the refrigerator until you’re ready to serve them.
Flavor Variety: Mix it up by using different flavored cake mixes (like vanilla or chocolate) or chips for exciting variations.

If you’re looking to spread some love this year, making your own Valentine Strawberry Cake Truffles is a fantastic choice. The blend of soft strawberry cake, rich creaminess, and delightful decorations brings joy and sweetness to any occasion. Plus, the fun of making them together with friends or loved ones makes it all the more special. Give this recipe a try—it’s easy, affordable, and oh-so-rewarding, and I’m sure everyone will appreciate your thoughtful gesture.

Recipe FAQs

Can I use a different cake mix flavor?

Absolutely! This recipe is versatile, and you can swap the strawberry cake mix for any flavor you like. Vanilla, chocolate, or even a fun lemon cake mix would taste fantastic.

How do I store leftover truffles?

Store the leftover truffles in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week, or in the fridge for two weeks. For longer storage, freeze them for up to three months and enjoy them later.

Can I make these truffles dairy-free?

Yes, you can adapt this recipe by using dairy-free cream cheese and vegan melting wafers. Just ensure your cake mix does not contain any dairy products.

What’s the best way to melt the candy melts?

A microwave or a double boiler works well, but if using a microwave, heat the candy melts in short intervals of 30 seconds, stirring in between, until fully melted for the best results.

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Author: Anna
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Category: Desserts & Appetizers
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Cuisine: American

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These Valentine Strawberry Cake Truffles offer an irresistible flavor and simple prep using strawberry cake mix and cream cheese. Perfect for sweet cravings and homemade celebrations!

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 the oven to 350°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Heat treat the cake mix by spreading it onto the prepared baking sheet and baking for 5 minutes.
Remove the cake mix from the oven and let it cool completely on a wire rack.
While cooling, place softened cream cheese in a mixing bowl and beat with a hand mixer until smooth and creamy.
Incorporate the cooled cake mix into the cream cheese, folding initially with a spatula, then mix with a hand mixer until a dough forms.
Gently fold in cream cheese chips until evenly distributed.
Cover the dough with plastic wrap and refrigerate for 2 hours.
Line two baking sheets with parchment paper. Using a cookie scoop, form the dough into balls and place them on the sheets. Let them rest for 15 minutes to expand slightly.
Prepare a double boiler or use a microwave to melt the vanilla melting wafers, stirring until fully melted.
Dip each dough ball in the melted wafers using a fork, tapping off excess coating, and place them back on the lined sheets.
Sprinkle your choice of sprinkles on half of the coated dough balls before the coating sets.
Melt the pink candy melts in piping bags, cut the tips, and drizzle over the remaining coated cake balls.
Allow the truffles to set completely before serving.

Notes

Ensure to heat treat the cake mix to eliminate any bacteria.
Allow the truffles to sit after rolling to prevent cracking of the coating.
Using a double boiler prevents overheating the melting wafers.