Description
These Strawberry Margarita Truffles are a delightful no-bake treat combining the sweet tang of strawberry cake mix with the zesty flavors of lime, tequila, and margarita salt. Coated in powdered sugar, these bite-sized truffles deliver a refreshing twist on classic dessert flavors, perfect for parties or casual snacking.
Ingredients
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Truffle Mixture
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup sugar
- 2 cups dry strawberry cake mix
- Zest of 2 small limes
- 1 tablespoon tequila
- 3 tablespoons sweet and sour mix
Coating
- 2 cups powdered sugar
- 1 tablespoon margarita salt
Instructions
- Mix Butter and Sugar: In the bowl of a stand mixer, combine the softened butter and sugar and mix until they are fully combined and creamy.
- Add Lime Zest: Incorporate the zest from two small limes into the butter and sugar mixture, stirring to blend the citrus flavor evenly.
- Blend in Tequila and Salt: Pour in the tequila and a pinch of margarita salt, mixing until just combined to infuse the truffle base with margarita-inspired flavors.
- Incorporate Cake Mix and Sweet and Sour Mix: Add the dry strawberry cake mix and 3 tablespoons of sweet and sour mix to the batter. Mix well until the ingredients form a dough-like consistency.
- Adjust Dough Consistency: If the mixture is too dry, add an additional tablespoon of sweet and sour mix to achieve a pliable dough consistency perfect for rolling.
- Chill Dough: Place the mixture into a sealable container and refrigerate it for 3 hours to firm up, making it easier to handle.
- Form Truffles and Coat: After chilling, roll the dough into approximately one-inch balls. Then, roll each ball in the mixture of powdered sugar and margarita salt to coat thoroughly. Place the coated truffles on a parchment-lined cookie sheet.
- Final Chill: Refrigerate the coated truffles for 15 minutes to firm up before serving.
Notes
- Use unsalted butter to control salt levels in the recipe.
- Adjust the amount of sweet and sour mix to achieve the right dough consistency.
- If desired, substitute the strawberry cake mix with another fruit-flavored cake mix for variations.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week.
- Allows the tequila flavor to mellow during chilling for a balanced taste.
