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Sweet and Easy Cake Balls

Sweet and Easy Cake Balls

Get ready to transform an ordinary cake into bite-sized pieces of pure bliss! These Sweet and Easy Cake Balls are the ultimate crowd-pleaser that will have everyone begging for your recipe. Whether you're hosting a party, looking for a quick dessert, or just want to treat yourself, these delectable treats are about to become your new obsession. With just a few simple ingredients and minimal effort, you'll create a dessert that looks like it came straight from a professional bakery.

Prep Time: 20 mins
Cook Time: -
Total Time: 20 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 24 cake balls

Ingredients

  1. 1 box cake mix
  2. 1 can frosting
  3. 1 bag chocolate melting wafers
  4. Sprinkles for decoration

Instructions

  1. Prepare the cake mix according to the box instructions in a 9x13 inch baking pan. Allow the cake to cool completely at room temperature, approximately 1-2 hours.
  2. Once the cake is completely cooled, crumble the entire cake into fine crumbs in a large mixing bowl, ensuring no large chunks remain.
  3. Add the entire can of frosting to the crumbled cake. Mix thoroughly using a spatula or clean hands until the mixture becomes a consistent, moldable dough.
  4. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Using a small cookie scoop or tablespoon, portion out the cake mixture and roll into uniform 1-inch balls.
  5. Place the cake balls on the prepared baking sheet and refrigerate for 15-20 minutes to firm up, which will help them maintain shape during coating.
  6. Melt the chocolate wafers in a microwave-safe bowl, heating in 30-second intervals and stirring between each interval until smooth and fully melted.
  7. Using a fork or dipping tool, carefully coat each chilled cake ball in melted chocolate, allowing excess to drip off.
  8. Place the chocolate-coated cake balls back on the parchment paper and immediately sprinkle with decorative sprinkles before the chocolate sets.
  9. Refrigerate the cake balls for 10-15 minutes to allow the chocolate coating to completely harden.
  10. Serve chilled or at room temperature. Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.

Tips

  1. Make sure your cake is completely cool before crumbling to prevent a mushy texture.
  2. Use clean hands or a spatula to mix the frosting and cake crumbs for the most even consistency.
  3. Chill the cake balls before coating to help the chocolate stick better and create a smoother finish.
  4. Use a fork or specialized dipping tool when coating in chocolate to achieve a clean, professional look.
  5. Work quickly when adding sprinkles to ensure they stick before the chocolate sets.
  6. For best texture, keep cake balls refrigerated until just before serving.
  7. Experiment with different cake flavors and frosting combinations to create your unique signature cake balls.
  8. Use a cookie scoop for uniform-sized balls that look neat and professional.
  9. Allow excess chocolate to drip off completely to prevent pooling at the base of your cake balls.
  10. Store in an airtight container to maintain freshness and texture.

Nutrition Facts

Calories: 330kcal

Carbohydrates: 55g

Protein: 3g

Fat: 12g

Saturated Fat: 5g

Cholesterol: 0mg

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