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Holiday Cake Balls
Created by: Howcan Team
Ingredients
- 1 box of cake mix (flavor of your choice)
- 1 can of frosting (flavor that complements the cake mix)
- 1 package of candy melts (color of your choice)
- Sprinkles or decorative toppings
Instructions
- Bake the cake according to the instructions on the box. Allow it to cool completely.
- Crumble the cooled cake into fine crumbs in a large bowl.
- Add the can of frosting to the cake crumbs and mix until well combined.
- Using your hands, roll the mixture into 1-inch balls and place them on a lined baking sheet.
- Place the cake balls in the refrigerator for 15-20 minutes to firm up.
- Melt the candy melts according to the package instructions.
- Dip each cake ball into the melted candy melts, allowing any excess to drip off, then place them back on the lined baking sheet.
- Sprinkle with decorative toppings before the candy coating sets.
- Allow the cake balls to set completely before serving or storing in an airtight container.
Holiday Cake Balls are a festive and indulgent treat that have become a popular holiday tradition. These delightful confections are made by crumbling cake, mixing it with frosting, and rolling it into bite-sized balls before dipping them in chocolate and decorating them with sprinkles or other toppings. This delightful dessert is believed to have originated in the United States, where it quickly gained popularity as a holiday treat. Chefs and home bakers alike have put their own unique spin on this treat, incorporating flavors like peppermint, gingerbread, and eggnog to capture the essence of the holiday season. Today, the best versions of these delectable treats can be found in bakeries and specialty dessert shops across the country, where they are lovingly crafted with the finest ingredients and attention to detail. For those looking to make their own holiday cake balls, it's important to get the cake-to-frosting ratio just right to achieve the perfect texture, and to use high-quality chocolate for dipping. Additionally, some bakers have experimented with alternative methods, such as using different types of cake or incorporating additional mix-ins like nuts or dried fruit for added flavor and texture. Whether enjoyed at a holiday gathering or given as a thoughtful gift, holiday cake balls are sure to bring joy and sweetness to the season.
60 min
24
150 calories
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