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Best Strawberry Velvet Cheesecake Truffles

Best Strawberry Velvet Cheesecake Truffles
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Discover the creamy, dreamy Best Strawberry Velvet Cheesecake Truffles—a no-bake, bite-sized dessert blending rich cream cheese, intense strawberry flavor from freeze-dried strawberries, and a smooth white chocolate coating. Perfectly portable and quick to make, these truffles offer a luscious, velvety texture and a refreshing strawberry burst that melts in your mouth, ideal for any occasion or a special indulgence.

Ingredients

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For the Truffle Mixture

  • 8 oz (225g) full-fat cream cheese, softened
  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 2 tbsp unsalted butter, melted
  • 1 tsp strawberry extract
  • 1/2 cup freeze-dried strawberries, crushed into powder

For the Coating

  • 8 oz (225g) white chocolate, for melting and coating

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Strawberry Mixture: Finely crush freeze-dried strawberries into a powder using a food processor or a ziplock bag and rolling pin. This concentrates the strawberry flavor while keeping the mixture dry enough to hold shape.
  2. Mix the Cream Cheese Base: In a mixing bowl, combine softened cream cheese, powdered sugar, melted butter, and strawberry extract. Beat until silky smooth and fully integrated to create a velvety base.
  3. Incorporate Strawberry Powder: Gently fold the crushed freeze-dried strawberry powder into the cream cheese mixture until the color is a soft pink and flavor is evenly distributed.
  4. Chill the Mixture: Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to firm up, making it easier to shape the truffles.
  5. Shape the Truffles: Using a small cookie scoop or teaspoon, portion out the chilled mixture and roll between your palms to form smooth, evenly sized balls. Place on a lined baking sheet.
  6. Coat in White Chocolate: Melt white chocolate in a double boiler or microwave until silky. Quickly dip each truffle into the melted chocolate, fully coating it, then return to the baking sheet to set.
  7. Final Chill and Serve: Refrigerate the coated truffles until the chocolate hardens, about 20 minutes. Serve chilled and enjoy!

Notes

  • Use full-fat cream cheese for the creamiest texture; avoid low-fat or whipped varieties.
  • Freeze-dried strawberries are essential to keep the mixture dry and packed with flavor.
  • Chilling the mixture helps maintain truffle shape and makes rolling easier.
  • Use high-quality white chocolate to enhance taste and appearance.
  • Work quickly when coating truffles as chocolate hardens fast, working in small batches prevents lumps or streaks.

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