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Strawberry Shortcake Truffles

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Indulge in these delightful Strawberry Shortcake Truffles, featuring a creamy strawberry center and a pink chocolate coating that brings the joy of summer picnics to every bite.

Ingredients

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  • 1 box (15.25 oz) vanilla or white cake mix, plus ingredients listed on the box (usually eggs, oil, water)
  • 1 cup strawberry frosting (store-bought or homemade)
  • 1/2 cup crushed vanilla wafer cookies or graham crackers (optional)
  • 1/4 cup freeze-dried strawberries, finely crushed (optional)
  • 16 oz pink candy melts or pink chocolate coating
  • 2 tbsp coconut oil or shortening
  • 4–6 oz white chocolate or white candy melts for drizzling
  • Crushed freeze-dried strawberries for sprinkling on top
  • Pink sanding sugar or sprinkles for decoration
  • Optional: edible gold leaf, gold stars, or pearl dust for decoration

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven according to cake mix package directions (usually 350°F).
  2. Prepare and bake the cake according to the package instructions in a 9×13 pan.
  3. Let it cool COMPLETELY.
  4. Crumble the entire cake into fine crumbs in a large bowl.
  5. Add the strawberry frosting to the cake crumbs and mix until moldable.
  6. Fold in the crushed vanilla wafers or freeze-dried strawberries if using.
  7. Line your baking sheet with parchment paper.
  8. Portion out 1-2 tablespoons per truffle and roll into balls.
  9. Chill in the fridge for at least 30 minutes or in the freezer for 15 minutes.
  10. Combine pink candy melts with coconut oil in a microwave-safe bowl and heat until smooth.
  11. Dip each truffle in the melted chocolate.
  12. Sprinkle crushed freeze-dried strawberries or pink sugar on top while coating is still wet.
  13. Let truffles set for 10-15 minutes or chill to speed up the process.
  14. Drizzle melted white chocolate over the truffles for decoration.
  15. Admire your work and take plenty of photos!

Notes

Make-ahead: Prepare truffles a day in advance and store in the fridge. For freezing, wrap in parchment paper and store in an airtight container.

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