Banana Split Truffles 🍌🍒
Ingredients
15.25 oz box white cake mix heat treated (See notes)
8 oz block of cream cheese softened to room temperature
1 teaspoon vanilla
½ cup crushed pineapple very well drained
¾ cup chopped walnuts
1 banana sliced
8 oz of white candy coating
½ cup chocolate melting wafers
Rainbow sprinkles and stemmed maraschino cherries for garnishing
Instructions
Prepare a large cookie sheet with parchment paper and set aside.
In a medium mixing bowl cream together the cake mix, cream cheese, and vanilla extract until fully combined and “dough-like”.
Add in crushed pineapple, chopped walnuts and banana slices. Mix until equally distributed.
Using a 1-2 inch cookie scoop, scoop the mixture and roll into 1 - 1-½ inch balls. Use the palms of your hands to smooth and round each ball. Do this until the mixture is completely used. See notes for additional tips.
Place each truffle ball on the sheet of parchment paper and place inside the refrigerator for 1 hour.
About 5-10 minutes before the chilling time is complete, begin to prepare your candy coating by first adding them to a microwave safe bowl. Heat candy coating on 50% powder for 1 minute and stir when completed. Return to the microwave for 30 second intervals on 50% power, stirring in between each turn. Do this until the candy coating is silky smooth and fully melted.
Using two forks or dipping tools, dip each truffle ball into the melted chocolate, covering it completely. Roll the ball, working it into the chocolate to cover it completely.
Place each chocolate covered truffle on parchment paper and repeat the process for all truffles.
Place inside the refrigerator and allow to cool for an additional 30 minutes.
When the truffles have almost finished chilling, repeat step 5 for the chocolate melting wafers until they are silky smooth.
Using a small spoon, spoon a small dollop of the melted chocolate over top of the truffle to make the “chocolate syrup”. See notes for additional tips.
Place a stemmed cherry immediately in the melted chocolate and hold for a few seconds until firmed. Top with sprinkles and repeat for each truffle, working one at a time.
Return the baking sheet to the refrigerator and allow truffles to chill for an additional 30 minutes before serving.
Notes
MICROWAVE INSTRUCTIONS for heat treating cake mix: To heat treat the cake mix, microwave the cake mix in a microwave safe bowl for (2) 30-second intervals stirring in between. Allow the cake mix to come to room temperature before using. OVEN INSTRUCTIONS for heat treating cake mix: place cake mix on a large cookie sheet prepared with parchment paper. Evenly spread your cake mix out to cover the entire sheet. Cook cake mix at 350 degrees for 5 minutes and allow it to come to room temperature before use :)
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Banana Split Truffles are a delightful twist on a classic dessert, merging the flavors of bananas, cream cheese, and cake mix into bite-sized treats. Start by carefully heat treating the cake mix to ensure safety and texture, an often-overlooked step crucial for no-bake recipes. Incorporate freshly chopped bananas, crushed pineapple, and crushed walnuts to add richness and flavor to the truffles. The vibrant colors of rainbow sprinkles and cherries not only enhance the visual appeal but also evoke a nostalgic feeling reminiscent of traditional banana splits. When dipping in candy coating, be patient and ensure each truffle is fully covered. This not only helps maintain the structure but also delivers a smooth, melting chocolate experience in each bite. Optimize your presentation by arranging these truffles on a decorative platter, and consider adding extra garnishes like whipped cream on the side for a fun and festive touch at your dessert table. These truffles are not just treats; they are a conversation starter and a delightful way to satisfy your sweet tooth anytime!
