Bright Cake Truffles

These bright Cake Truffles are just what you want when you need something colorful and exciting! Mix pieces of bold-colored cake together, shape 'em into balls, and dunk those in creamy white chocolate. You'll love how they pop on the table—every bite is sweet and rich, with a smooth chocolate shell and soft cake inside. They're awesome for birthdays, parties, or whenever you wanna jazz up your dessert stash. Trust me, everyone goes back for seconds!

INGREDIENTS

• White cake mix: 1 box (or use your own white cake base), you'll need this for the main part
• Needed cake mix add-ins: See your cake mix box for the stuff it needs mixed in
• Gel food coloring in rainbow shades: Purple, blue, green, yellow, orange, red for all those layers
• Soft butter: 1/2 cup, goes in the frosting
• Powdered sugar: 2 cups, for mixing up the frosting
• Vanilla extract: 1 teaspoon, brings in some flavor
• Milk: 2 tablespoons (add more or less to get it smooth), for the frosting texture
• White chocolate chips or candy melts: 2 cups, this covers the truffles
• Sprinkles (optional): If you want extra flair and color on top

INSTRUCTIONS

Step 1:

Split your batter into six bowls and stir in a different color to each (think purple, blue, green, yellow, orange, red). Make the cake following your box or recipe directions.

Step 2:

Bake each color layer one at a time. Let every layer chill out and cool down all the way.

Step 3:

Take the cooled cake and break each color up into tiny crumbs.

Step 4:

In a big bowl, beat the soft butter smooth, then slowly mix in powdered sugar, vanilla, and just enough milk till it's creamy.

Step 5:

Grab a little from every color, mash them together with your hands, and roll into a ball—mix up those colors! Set all the balls on a tray with parchment paper.

Step 6:

Pop the tray in your freezer for 15 to 20 minutes so the balls get nice and set.

Step 7:

Melt your chocolate chips or candy melts in the microwave. Stir every 20 seconds so you don't burn it.

Step 8:

Drop each ball in the melted chocolate. Let the extra drip off and top with sprinkles while the chocolate is still melty, if you’re into that.

Step 9:

Stick those finished truffles in your fridge for 10 to 15 minutes, just long enough for the chocolate to go solid.

Step 10:

Grab a plate, pile 'em high, and dig in!

Serving and Storage Tips

• Keep them in a sealed container in the fridge, and they'll stay good for up to five days.
• Great for birthdays and parties. Fancy things up by setting them in fun, colorful cups or paper liners.

Helpful Notes

• Make the chocolate coating taste different by using flavored candy melts or tossing in a little extract.
• Let the balls get firm and cold before you dunk them, or they're just gonna fall apart on you.

Tried-and-True Chef Wisdom

• Martha Stewart says to toss in a pinch of salt for frosting that's not crazy sweet.
• Duff Goldman shares that silicone molds give you perfectly round cake pops every single time.

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Summary

Bright Cake Truffles are colorful snacks that add a pop of fun to any event! Crafted from soft cake crumbs, rolled into balls, and dipped in smooth white chocolate, these eye-catching treats are a hit for birthdays, holidays, or baking afternoons. Each bite reveals a vibrant rainbow interior, guaranteed to bring joy while being simple to prepare ahead of time. A sprinkle of decorations only enhances the charm!