Orange Truffles
These Orange Truffles are a vibrant, creamy, and easy-to-make treat bursting with citrus flavor—perfect for any festive occasion or sweet craving!
Servings: 24 servings
Ingredients
- 15.25 ounces orange cake mix I used Duncan Hines Perfectly Moist brand
- 8 ounces cream cheese at room temperature
- 12 ounces orange candy melts
- 4 ounces white vanilla almond bark
- Sprinkles or crushed nuts optional, for garnish
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the orange cake mix and cream cheese. Using an electric mixer, blend until the mixture is smooth and well combined. The dough should be thick and slightly sticky.
- Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for about 30 minutes. Chilling the dough will make it easier to scoop and shape into truffles.
- Once the dough is chilled, use a cookie scoop to portion out small balls of the mixture. Roll each portion between your palms to create smooth, round truffles. Place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- In a microwave-safe bowl, melt the orange candy melts according to the package directions, stirring until smooth. In another bowl, melt the white vanilla almond bark in the same manner.
- Using a fork or dipping tool, dip each truffle into the melted orange candy melts, allowing any excess to drip off. Place the coated truffles back onto the parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Once all truffles are coated in orange, drizzle the melted white almond bark over the top for a decorative touch. You can use a fork or a piping bag for more precision.
- Allow the truffles to set at room temperature for about 30 minutes or until the coating hardens. You can also place them in the refrigerator for quicker setting.
- Once the truffles are set, they’re ready to be served! Enjoy these delightful Orange Truffles with friends and family, or keep them all to yourself for a sweet treat any time of the day.
Equipment
- Mixing Bowl
- Electric Mixer
- Cookie Scoop
- Baking Sheet
- Microwave-safe bowl
- Fork or dipping tool
Notes
- For an extra citrus punch, add a teaspoon of orange zest to the dough.
- Freeze truffles in an airtight container with parchment between layers for up to three months.
- Use full-fat cream cheese for the best texture and flavor.
- If candy melts are too thick for dipping, add a small amount of vegetable oil or shortening to thin them.
- Try mixing in chopped nuts or crushed graham crackers for added texture.