Description
Indulge in the delightful flavors of Carrot Cake Ball Truffles, a perfect blend of moist carrot cake and creamy cream cheese frosting, all elegantly coated in silky white chocolate. These bite-sized treats make an irresistible addition to any dessert table, whether it’s a festive gathering or a simple afternoon snack. Their versatility allows for customization with various nuts or toppings, making them an ideal gift for loved ones or a fun treat for parties. With straightforward preparation steps, even novice bakers can create these gourmet delights at home.
Ingredients
- 2 cups sugar
- 1 cup canola oil
- 4 large eggs
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
- 2 cups shredded carrots
- 1 container (16 oz) cream cheese frosting
- 1 bag (16 oz) Ghirardelli white chocolate melting wafers
- 1 cup pecan chips
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare a baking dish.
- In a stand mixer, beat sugar, oil, and eggs until combined.
- Add flour, baking soda, baking powder, salt, and cinnamon; mix until just combined.
- Fold in shredded carrots and pecan chips.
- Bake for 30–40 minutes; cool completely before crumbling into fine crumbs.
- Mix crumbled cake with cream cheese frosting until moldable.
- Roll into balls and refrigerate for an hour.
- Melt white chocolate and dip each truffle; sprinkle with pecans before setting.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 truffle (30g)
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 45mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 15mg