For the Cake Centers

• Baked vanilla cake (or cake crumbs) – about 3 cups, crumbled
  This can be leftover homemade vanilla cake, a store-bought sponge, or even boxed mix cake. The cake should be fully cooled and dry enough to crumble easily with your fingers.
• Cream cheese – 100–120 g (about 4 oz), softened
  Cream cheese helps bind the crumbs together and adds a slight tang that balances the sweetness of the cake and white chocolate. You can adjust the amount slightly depending on how moist your cake is.
• Powdered sugar – 2–3 tablespoons (optional, to taste)
  Use if your cake isn’t very sweet or if you prefer a richer, sweeter filling. Powdered sugar blends smoothly and helps avoid grainy texture.
• Vanilla extract – 1 teaspoon
  Enhances the flavor of the cake crumbs and adds depth to the truffle centers.
• Salt – a tiny pinch
  Just enough to balance and brighten the sweetness.

For the Coating

• White chocolate – 350–400 g (12–14 oz), chopped or in chips
  This is for dipping the truffles. Use good-quality white chocolate or white candy coating for smoother melting and easier dipping.
• Vegetable oil or coconut oil – 1–2 teaspoons (optional)
  A small amount of neutral oil can help thin the melted chocolate, making coating smoother and more manageable.

For Decoration

• Holiday sprinkles – 1/4–1/2 cup
  Red, green, white, gold, silver, snowflakes, stars—anything festive you like. Sprinkles add crunch, color, and a cheerful look.
• Crushed candy canes (optional) – 2–3 tablespoons
  For a peppermint twist, crushed candy canes add crunch, flavor, and holiday flair.
• Colored sugar or edible glitter (optional)
  If you want a more elegant or sparkling finish, a light dusting of colored sugar or edible glitter is perfect.