These No-Bake Cake Batter Truffles are the ultimate treat for when you want something fun, sweet, and festive — without turning on the oven. Soft, doughy, and coated in a layer of smooth white chocolate, they’re like a cross between cake and candy. And yes, they taste just like cake batter — but in a perfectly poppable truffle form.
Made with simple pantry ingredients, these truffles are quick to prepare and super customizable. They’re the ideal dessert for parties, holidays, birthdays, or just a rainy day craving. You don’t need any baking experience to pull these off. If you can stir and roll, you can make these.
The flavor is nostalgic and sweet, with vanilla cake mix as the base and a splash of milk to bind it together. The sprinkles add color and crunch, while the white chocolate coating brings it all together in a smooth, melt-in-your-mouth finish.
They’re also great for gifting. A box of these truffles feels special but is low-effort and budget-friendly. You can decorate them with holiday-themed sprinkles, colored drizzle, or edible glitter.
Because they’re no-bake, they’re perfect for warmer months or for getting kids involved in the kitchen. There’s no oven, no heat, and no stress.
And despite how easy they are, they always impress. These are the kind of sweets that disappear quickly from a dessert table. Everyone wants “just one more.”
Servings: About 20 truffles
Prep Time: 20 minutes
Chill Time: 30 minutes
Total Time: 50 minutes
Ingredients:
- 1 1/2 cups vanilla cake mix (heat-treated)
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour (heat-treated)
- 1/2 cup sweetened condensed milk
- 2 tablespoons butter, melted
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 cup rainbow sprinkles
- 10 oz white chocolate chips or melting wafers
- Optional: extra sprinkles or drizzle for topping
Instructions:
- In a large bowl, combine cake mix, flour, condensed milk, butter, and vanilla. Mix until smooth dough forms.
- Fold in sprinkles.
- Scoop and roll into 1-inch balls. Place on a parchment-lined tray.
- Freeze or refrigerate balls for 30 minutes until firm.
- Melt white chocolate in the microwave or over a double boiler.
- Dip each chilled ball in melted chocolate, using a fork to let excess drip off.
- Place back on tray and top with sprinkles before the coating sets.
- Chill until chocolate is firm. Store in fridge.
Tips:
- Heat-treat your flour and cake mix to ensure safety.
- Use candy melts for easier coating.
- Work in batches when dipping to keep the dough cold.
- Add a drop of almond extract or lemon zest for a twist.
Why You Will Love This Recipe:
- No oven required.
- Fun and festive.
- Customizable with any sprinkles or coatings.
- Great for parties and gifts.
- Tastes like real cake batter.
- Kid-approved and beginner-friendly.
These No-Bake Cake Batter Truffles are a sweet, colorful dessert that comes together fast — no oven, no fuss. They’re soft, nostalgic, and coated in white chocolate for the perfect finish.