Easy No Bake Strawberry Truffles & Valentine Candy Recipe
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Overview
These Easy No Bake Strawberry Truffles are a delightful and simple dessert that captures the essence of strawberries in every bite. Made with vibrant pink candy melts and freeze-dried strawberries, they offer a sweet and fruity flavor that is perfect for any occasion, especially Valentine’s Day. The process is straightforward: melt the candy melts, mix in the crushed strawberries, and shape the mixture into truffles. The best part? There’s no baking involved, making it an ideal recipe for those who want to whip up something sweet without the fuss.
The use of freeze-dried strawberries not only enhances the flavor but also adds a lovely texture to the truffles. As you crush the strawberries into a fine powder, the aroma fills the kitchen, making it hard to resist sampling the mixture. Once the truffles are formed, they can be dipped in more melted candy melts for a beautiful finish. You can even sprinkle some crushed strawberries on top for an extra touch of elegance.
These truffles are not just visually appealing; they are also incredibly delicious. The combination of creamy white chocolate and fruity strawberry creates a delightful contrast that is sure to please anyone with a sweet tooth. Whether you’re making them for a special occasion or just to enjoy at home, these truffles are a fun and easy way to satisfy your dessert cravings.
Recipe Details
Steps & Tips
Gather dark pink candy melts and measure out 12 oz.
Melt the candy melts with sweetened condensed milk in the microwave.
Tip: Use a half container of sweetened condensed milk for the right consistency.
Smash freeze dried strawberries into a fine powder using a rolling pin.
Ensure the candy melts and condensed milk are well combined and smooth.
Tip: Melt chocolate in short intervals to avoid burning.
Pour the melted mixture into a square container.
Allow the mixture to set up before cutting.
Melt white chocolate or almond bark in the microwave.
Cut the set mixture into pieces for rolling.
Tip: Form the truffles into balls right away for easier handling.
Roll the pieces into balls.
Dip the truffles in melted chocolate.
Use a dipping tool or plastic fork to dip the truffles.
Tip: Use a plastic fork to dip truffles if you don't have a dipping tool.
Double dip the truffles for extra coating.
Tip: Leave some strawberries aside to sprinkle on top for decoration.
Tip: Double dipping is okay for added flavor.
Sprinkle additional toppings on the truffles.
Tip: Save leftover melted chocolate for future candy projects.
Allow the decorated truffles to set.
Cut one truffle open for a taste test.
Ingredients
Ingredient: Dairy
→ Substitution: Coconut Cream
Ingredient: Nuts
→ Substitution: Sunflower Seed Butter
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Interesting Tidbits
- •Freeze-dried strawberries can be easily crushed into a powder for flavoring desserts.
- •Candy melts are a convenient option for coating truffles and can be melted in the microwave.
- •No-bake desserts like these truffles are perfect for quick and easy sweet treats.
