Description
Delight your Valentine with these irresistible Strawberry Shortcake Truffles, featuring a creamy blend of fresh strawberries, vanilla wafer crumbs, and cream cheese, all coated in smooth white chocolate. Perfect for a sweet, bite-sized dessert that’s easy to prepare and sure to impress.
Ingredients
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Truffle Mixture
- 1 cup fresh strawberries, finely chopped
- 1 cup vanilla wafer cookies, finely crushed
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup powdered sugar, sifted
Coating
- 1 cup white chocolate chips
Instructions
- Prepare Strawberries: Wash and hull the strawberries, ensuring they are clean and dry. Pat them thoroughly dry with a paper towel before chopping them finely to prevent excess moisture in the truffle mixture.
- Make the Mixture: In a mixing bowl, combine the softened cream cheese, finely crushed vanilla wafers, sifted powdered sugar, and chopped strawberries. Mix well until the ingredients form a smooth, creamy, and homogenous mixture.
- Shape the Truffles: Using a tablespoon, scoop out portions of the mixture and roll them into balls. Place these evenly spaced on a parchment-lined baking sheet to prevent sticking.
- Chill the Truffles: Refrigerate the truffle balls for about 1 hour, allowing them to firm up and maintain their shape during coating.
- Melt the White Chocolate: Place the white chocolate chips in a microwave-safe bowl and heat in short bursts (15-20 seconds), stirring between each interval until the chocolate is fully melted and smooth.
- Coat the Truffles: Dip each chilled truffle into the melted white chocolate, ensuring an even coating. Return the coated truffles to the parchment-lined baking sheet to set and harden at room temperature or refrigerate briefly if necessary.
Notes
- Ensure strawberries are well dried to avoid a watery truffle mixture.
- Use room temperature cream cheese for easier mixing and a smoother texture.
- Store the finished truffles in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Customize by adding a hint of vanilla extract or almond extract to the mixture for extra flavor.
- White chocolate can be substituted with milk or dark chocolate for variation.
