Description
Sugar Cookie Truffles are delightful, bite-sized treats combining the soft texture of cake mix dough with a creamy white chocolate coating and festive sprinkles. These no-bake truffles are perfect for holiday parties or as a sweet gift, offering rich vanilla flavor and a crunchy sprinkle finish.
Ingredients
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Truffle Dough
- 8 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened at room temperature
- 2 cups white cake mix
- 1/4 cup cane sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup Christmas sprinkles
Coating and Garnish
- 10 oz white chocolate wafers or chopped white chocolate
- 2 tablespoons Christmas sprinkles
Instructions
- Heat Treat Cake Mix: Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Spread the white cake mix evenly on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Bake for 5 to 7 minutes, or until the cake mix reaches 160 degrees F to ensure it is heat-treated. Remove from oven and let cool completely without burning.
- Prepare Truffle Dough: Cover a large cookie sheet with waxed paper. Cut the softened butter into pieces and add to a large mixing bowl along with the cooled cake mix and cane sugar. Using a fork, blend the butter into the cake mix until fully combined and a smooth dough forms. Add vanilla extract and mix thoroughly with your hands. Stir in the 1/2 cup of Christmas sprinkles.
- Form Truffle Balls: Using a cookie scoop, measure about 1 tablespoon of dough. Roll the dough into balls using your palms and place them on the prepared cookie sheet. Freeze the balls for 10 minutes to firm up before coating.
- Melt White Chocolate: Place white chocolate wafers in a microwave-safe bowl. Microwave for 30 seconds, stir well, then continue microwaving in 20-30 second intervals, stirring after each, until fully melted and smooth.
- Coat Truffles: Using a fork, dip each chilled truffle ball into the melted white chocolate, ensuring even coverage. Place coated truffles back on the baking sheet and immediately sprinkle with remaining Christmas sprinkles.
- Chill and Set: Refrigerate the coated truffles for 20 to 30 minutes or until the white chocolate hardens completely.
- Storage: Store the sugar cookie truffles in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 7 to 10 days to maintain freshness and texture.
Notes
- Heat-treating the cake mix is essential to eliminate any potential bacteria before consuming raw ingredients.
- Ensure butter is softened to room temperature for easier blending.
- Freeze truffle balls briefly before coating to prevent melting of the chocolate.
- Use a fork when dipping to allow excess chocolate to drip off.
- Store truffles in the fridge to keep the white chocolate coating firm and the truffles fresh.
- Variations: Use colored sprinkles for different holidays or add a pinch of cinnamon or almond extract for extra flavor.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 7 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: Sugar Cookie Truffles, Holiday Desserts, White Chocolate Truffles, Festive Treats, No-Bake Truffles, Christmas Cookies
