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A tray of white chocolate coated Carrot Cake Truffles with orange drizzle and crushed walnuts
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Carrot Cake Truffles

Prep Time45 minutes
Cook Time35 minutes
Total Time1 hour 20 minutes
Servings: 24 servings
Calories: 185kcal

Ingredients

  • 1.5 cups all -purpose flour
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 0.25 teaspoon sal t
  • 0.5 cup vegetable oil
  • 2 large egg s
  • 2 cups finely grated carrots
  • 4 ounces cream cheese, softened
  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 12 ounces white chocolate melting wafers
  • 1 teaspoon coconut oil

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease an 8-inch square baking pan.
  • Whisk together flour, sugar, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt in a large bowl.
  • Stir in vegetable oil, eggs, and grated carrots until fully incorporated.
  • Pour batter into the prepared pan and bake for 30 to 35 minutes until a toothpick comes out clean.
  • Allow the cake to cool completely at room temperature.
  • In a separate bowl, cream together softened cream cheese and butter, then gradually beat in powdered sugar until smooth.
  • Crumble the cooled carrot cake into fine crumbs into a large mixing bowl.
  • Add the cream cheese frosting to the cake crumbs and mix until a dough-like consistency forms.
  • Scoop and roll the mixture into 1-inch balls and place on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
  • Refrigerate the cake balls for at least 30 minutes to firm up.
  • Melt white chocolate wafers with coconut oil in a microwave-safe bowl in 30-second intervals until smooth.
  • Dip each chilled cake ball into the melted chocolate using a fork, tap off excess, and return to the parchment paper to set.
  • Optional: Garnish with orange-colored chocolate or crushed walnuts before the coating sets.