Red Velvet Truffles

By Lily | Last modified on Feb 3, 2026

Featured in: Desserts

Indulge in the rich, velvety taste of Red Velvet Truffles, a decadent treat that transforms a classic cake into delightful bite-sized confections. These luscious truffles are perfect for celebrations or simply to satisfy a sweet craving with their creamy texture and irresistible red velvet flavor.

Perfectly coated in a smooth white chocolate shell and finished with festive sprinkles, these truffles are eye-catching and flavorful. Whether you’re gifting them for Valentine’s Day, serving at Christmas, or enjoying year-round, they bring a charming touch of elegance and sweetness to any occasion.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

Combines the moist richness of red velvet cake with a creamy, tangy cream cheese center for perfect texture.
Easy to make using a cake mix, perfect for quick yet impressive homemade treats.
White chocolate coating adds a smooth, sweet finish complemented by colorful festive sprinkles.

Ingredients

Red velvet cake mix: Provides the deep red color and classic cocoa flavor essential to red velvet desserts.
Water, oil, eggs: Required cake mix wet ingredients to bring structure and moisture to the cake base.
Cream cheese, 10 oz softened: Adds a creamy, tangy richness that binds the cake crumbs into supple truffle dough.
Almond bark or white chocolate candy melts, 12 oz: Melts smoothly to form the luscious white chocolate coating for the truffles.
Festive sprinkles: Adds a decorative and colorful finish, enhancing visual appeal and texture variety.

Instructions

Prepare and bake the red velvet cake: Follow the cake mix box instructions by combining water, oil, eggs, and cake mix. Bake in a 9×13-inch pan to ensure an even thin layer for easier truffle formation. Allow the cake to cool completely to prevent cream cheese from melting and ensure easier handling.
Remove crisp edges and crumble cake: Trim off the crisp outer edges of the cake, which can be dry or hard, ensuring your truffles have a consistently soft texture. Crumble the remaining cake into fine pieces for a smooth dough.
Combine cake crumbs with softened cream cheese: Add the cream cheese to the crumbled cake and mix using your hands until the mixture forms a cohesive dough. This binding step creates the perfect texture for shaping truffles.
Scoop and freeze the cake balls: Shape the mixture into balls approximately 2 tablespoons each and place them on parchment-lined baking sheets. Freeze for at least 30 minutes to firm up, which makes dipping easier and prevents melting.
Melt the white chocolate coating: Gently melt the almond bark or white chocolate candy melts in short intervals, stirring every 30 seconds to avoid burning. The smooth melted coating will give the truffles a beautiful shine and crisp outer shell.
Dip truffles and add decorations: Carefully dip each frozen truffle ball in melted white chocolate, tapping off excess to avoid pooling. Place back on parchment paper and immediately embellish with sprinkles or extra cake crumbs for a festive touch.
Set the coating and serve: Return the dipped truffles to the freezer for a few minutes to harden the coating, or let them set at room temperature. This step ensures a firm white chocolate shell protecting the soft interior.

You Must Know

Using softened cream cheese is key to mixing easily without lumps or melting the cake base.
Truffle sizes can be adjusted but keep them roughly 1-inch balls for balanced texture and portion size.
Freeze truffles before dipping to prevent melting and ensure a smooth coating.

Storage Tips

Store the finished truffles in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week. For longer storage, freeze them for up to two months, thawing before serving.

Serving Suggestions

Serve these chilled truffles on a festive platter as party favors or dessert bites. They pair wonderfully with hot coffee, tea, or a glass of milk to balance their rich sweetness.

Professional Tips

Remove the cake crust to prevent dry, hard bites and maintain consistent softness inside your truffles.
Use room temperature cream cheese for easier mixing and smoother dough.
Work quickly while dipping truffles to maintain a firm shape and avoid melted chocolate dripping.
To add extra flair, drizzle contrasting dark chocolate over the white coating before sprinkles set.

FAQs

Can I use homemade red velvet cake instead of cake mix?: Absolutely! Homemade red velvet cake works perfectly as long as it is fully cooled and slightly firm for easier crumbling.
What can I substitute for cream cheese?: Full-fat mascarpone or softened butter can be used, but cream cheese provides the best balance of tang and moisture.
How do I prevent the white chocolate from melting the cake?: Freeze the cake balls thoroughly before dipping and keep the melted chocolate warm, not hot, to avoid melting the truffle center.
Can I flavor the white chocolate coating?: Yes, adding a few drops of vanilla or almond extract to the melted white chocolate can enhance the flavor profile nicely.
How long should truffles be refrigerated before serving?: At least an hour is ideal to ensure they are fully chilled and firm for the best texture and taste.
Can I use different sprinkles?: Definitely! Use any festive or seasonal sprinkles to customize the truffles for holidays or themes.