Craving a little indulgence without the guilt or the fuss? Then prepare yourself for Red Velvet Cake Balls ! These aren't your average treat; they're quick to make, surprisingly healthier than you'd think, and bursting with that classic red velvet flavor we all adore. As a busy mom, I know the struggle of wanting something special without spending hours in the kitchen. Red Velvet Cake Balls have become my go-to solution for sweet cravings and impromptu gatherings alike!
Why You Will Love This Recipe
My grandmother, Nana Rose, was famous for her baking, and while she never made Red Velvet Cake Balls specifically, her red velvet cake was legendary. Every Christmas, it was the centerpiece of the dessert table. These cake balls are my way of honoring her memory, bringing a little bit of that special tradition into a quick, easy, and shareable format. They capture the spirit of her delicious cake with a modern, convenient twist!
Ingredients
- For the Cake:
- 1 box (15.25 oz) Red Velvet Cake Mix
- 1 cup Water
- 1/2 cup Vegetable Oil
- 3 Eggs
- For the Cream Cheese Frosting:
- 8 oz Cream Cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup (1 stick) Unsalted Butter, softened
- 3 cups Powdered Sugar
- 1 tsp Vanilla Extract
- For Coating (Choose One or Combine!):
- 12 oz Melting Chocolate (dark, milk, or white)
- Sprinkles
- Chopped Nuts
Step-by-Step Instructions for Making the Recipe
- Bake the Cake: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Mix cake mix, water, oil, and eggs in a large bowl until smooth. Pour batter into a greased 9×13 inch pan. Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Let cool completely.
- Crumble the Cake: Once cooled, crumble the cake into a large bowl. Ensure there are no large lumps.
- Make the Frosting: In a separate bowl, beat softened cream cheese and butter until light and fluffy. Gradually add powdered sugar and vanilla extract, mixing until smooth.
- Combine Cake and Frosting: Add the cream cheese frosting to the crumbled cake. Mix well until the cake is evenly moistened and holds together easily.
- Form Cake Balls: Roll the mixture into 1-inch balls. Place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Chill: Place the baking sheet with the cake balls in the freezer for at least 30 minutes to firm up. This makes them easier to dip.
- Melt Chocolate (if using): Melt melting chocolate according to package directions.
- Dip and Decorate: Dip each chilled cake ball into the melted chocolate, ensuring it’s fully coated. Place it back on the parchment paper. Immediately sprinkle with sprinkles or chopped nuts, if desired.
- Set and Serve: Let the chocolate set completely. This can be sped up by placing the baking sheet in the refrigerator for a few minutes. Serve and enjoy!
Red Velvet Cake Balls
Ingredients
Equipment
Method
- Bake the Cake: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Mix cake mix, water, oil, and eggs in a large bowl until smooth. Pour batter into a greased 9×13 inch pan. Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Let cool completely.1 box Red Velvet Cake Mix, 1 cup Water, 1/2 cup Vegetable Oil, 3 Eggs
- Crumble the Cake: Once cooled, crumble the cake into a large bowl. Ensure there are no large lumps.
- Make the Frosting: In a separate bowl, beat softened cream cheese and butter until light and fluffy. Gradually add powdered sugar and vanilla extract, mixing until smooth.8 oz Cream Cheese, 1/2 cup Unsalted Butter, 3 cups Powdered Sugar, 1 tsp Vanilla Extract
- Combine Cake and Frosting: Add the cream cheese frosting to the crumbled cake. Mix well until the cake is evenly moistened and holds together easily.
- Form Cake Balls: Roll the mixture into 1-inch balls. Place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Chill: Place the baking sheet with the cake balls in the freezer for at least 30 minutes to firm up. This makes them easier to dip.
- Melt Chocolate (if using): Melt melting chocolate according to package directions.12 oz Melting Chocolate
- Dip and Decorate: Dip each chilled cake ball into the melted chocolate, ensuring it’s fully coated. Place it back on the parchment paper. Immediately sprinkle with sprinkles or chopped nuts, if desired.Sprinkles, Chopped Nuts
- Set and Serve: Let the chocolate set completely. This can be sped up by placing the baking sheet in the refrigerator for a few minutes. Serve and enjoy!