Cake Truffles: A Variety of Flavors in One Simple Recipe

This bakery-style cake truffle recipe starts with balls of homemade cake that are dipped in an easy and delicious melted chocolate chip coating.

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INGREDIENTS

– Very Moist Cake Scraps – White Chocolate Chips – Bright White Candy Melts – Vegetable Oil – Semi-Sweet Chocolate Chips Full ingredients

Step-by-step instructions!

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Choose from various flavor combinations to make a variety of delicious flavors, just like we did at Amycakes Bakery.

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Squish the moist cake scraps until it becomes a smooth dough. Divide the dough into your preferred truffle size and roll them into smooth balls.

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The easiest way to get evenly-sized truffles is to press the dough firmly into a cookie scoop and level off any excess dough.

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Allow the cake balls to set up in the fridge for at least 2 hours or overnight. They store well in a devilled egg holder. The balls are much easier to dip from cold.

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Choose your truffle dip flavor from the ingredient section, and place the flavored chips in a microwave-safe container.

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Melt the chips/candy melts in the microwave at 50% power until just melted, stirring frequently. Avoid overheating the chocolate.

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