Red Velvet Cake Balls are a delicious treat you can make for the holidays, Valentine's Day or really any time. They make a great treat for birthday and other parties, too. (You might want to try these Pumpkin Cheesecake Truffles next time!)
Then I thought of cake balls, sometimes also called cake truffles. They are deliciously decadent two-bite morsels of cake and frosting and chocolate. You're going to love these, and so will your sweetheart!
Making cake balls can be time-consuming, which is why I start with a boxed mix. You can use your own homemade cream cheese frosting, or pick up a can at the grocery store. Either way, you're going to love this incredibly delicious Red Velvet Cake Balls recipe.
Cake balls are so much easier to make than cake pops because you don't have to worry about them staying on the stick. How gloriously amazing to mix red velvet cake with cream cheese frosting and cover them with white chocolate. It's downright sinful, which is perfect for a day that's all about love!
While I don't recommend having kids help with the candy melts, making the cake and rolling the cake balls, and of course adding sprinkles are all fun ways to get the kids involved.
🧂 Ingredients
- boxed red velvet cake mix + ingredients on the box
- cream cheese frosting (homemade or store-bought)
- Wilton White Candy Melts
- Valentine Sprinkles Mix
How to Make Red Velvet Cake Balls:
My Favorite Tools for Making Cake Balls:
- 3-Piece Glass Mixing Bowl Set
- Silicone Spatula Set
- Stand Mixer
- 9x12 OR 9x13 Baking Pan
- Parchment Paper
- Baking Sheet
- Medium Cookie Scoop (1-½ tablespoon scoop)
- I find that Candy Dipping Tools can be very helpful and are worth the small investment if you do a lot of chocolate chipping. You can also just use a large fork.
Tips for Using Candy Melts
- Carefully read the directions on the back of the package of candy melts before you begin.
- Keep in mind that microwave cooking temperatures vary. You can always add more time, so start small.
- I love this 3-Piece Glass Mixing Bowl Set - the smallest (1 quart) bowl is perfect for melting chocolate, while the large bowl is perfect for the cake ball mix.
- Use a spoonula like the one in this Silicone Spatula Set to mix the chocolate.
- Handle the bowl and the chocolate with care. These are very hot when melted. Use oven mitts.
- Always supervise children around hot melted chocolate to avoid burns and spills.
😋 Similar Recipes
You might also enjoy one of these other cap pop or cake ball recipes so next time be sure to try one of these:
- Brownie Truffles - a decadent, chocolatey twist on a cake ball.
- Pumpkin Cheesecake Truffles - this recipe was a viral sensation and perfect for fall.
- Oreo Truffle Balls - a must try if you love chocolate and cream sandwich cookies.
- Gold Cake Pops - festive for anniversaries or St. Patrick's Day.
📋Red Velvet Cake Balls Recipe
Biting into one of these you have the crack of the chocolate and then the dense texture of the red velvet cake and frosting in the middle. could go on and on about my love for these sweets!?
If you love Red Velvet like me, you'll want to check these out also:
Not ready to make these cake balls yet? Don’t forget to pin the recipe for later! When you do make it, please be sure to tag me on Instagram @jugglingactmama or #jugglingactmama – I’d love to see your pictures! And finally, if you get a chance, please comment and leave me a ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ rating below!
Red Velvet Cake Balls
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Equipment
- Parchment Paper
- Mixing Bowls
Ingredients
- 1 box red velvet cake mix prepare and bake in a 13x9 pan as per box directions
- 1 can cream cheese frosting
- 1-2 bags white chocolate candy melts
- Sprinkles optional
Instructions
- After you prepare the cake using the instructions on the box, let it cool completely.
- Line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
- Crumble the cake into a large mixing bowl. Stir in the cream cheese frosting until the mixture is well combined.
- Using a Medium Cookie Scoop to help portion, roll the mixture into balls using your hands. You should get about 50 or so balls. Put the the tray into the freezer for 15-20 minutes so the balls can set.
- Remove the balls from the freezer to the counter.
- In a microwave safe bowl, melt about a third of the chocolates according to the directions on the package.
- Using a fork, dip the cake balls into the melted chocolate.
- Carefully tap the fork against the edge of the bowl and allow the excess chocolate to drip off.
- Transfer to a second baking sheet lined with parchment paper, using a toothpick to help slide the cake ball off the fork.
- Immediately add sprinkles.
- Refrigerate the cake balls 20-30 minutes until the chocolate is hardened.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 2-3 days.
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Sherri aka The Junkin Chick says
Definitely making these for my son. He loves red velvet and his birthday is on Valentine's Day. He's going to love these!
STEPH says
Delicious!! When the balls are finished being rolled, and put into the freezer, can they be left over night, and dipped and decorated the next day (when there is more time)??
Ang Paris says
Good question - yes, but you need to make sure the balls are not too cold. I would put them in the refrigerator overnight versus the freezer.
lowanda J says
These look so delicious!!! I'm definitely pinning for later!
Jocelyn says
You put the whole can of frosting or just a portion?
Ang Paris says
Hi Jocelyn, you only put in enough to make the cake mixture stick together. Different cake recipes can mean that cakes have difference consistencies, which is why I don't give an exact amount.
Think of it this way, you want the cake to stick together and be moldable, but you don't want it to be a gloppy frosting mess. 🙂
Bernadette says
Can these be frozen and dipped another time? I read on another recipe that they can be frozen up to 2 months??can't wait until I make them! Thanks
Ang Paris says
Hello Bernadette, please forgive the late reply! I have never tried freezing them before so I'm not sure in all honesty.
If you try it, please let me know!
Terri says
Can these be frozen after dipping?
Ang Paris says
Hi Terri,
I have not tried freezing them after dipping, so I can't say for sure. My concern would be that the chocolate coating would crack off, but since I haven't tested it, I'm afraid I cannot answer your question. Please do let me know if you give it a try!
Kristen says
My mom and I made these a week ago and I have kept mine in the freezer and they are still really good!!
Ang Paris says
Thanks for letting me know, Kristen!
Sandy says
I made these last night. They turned out perfect!
Ang Paris says
Hi Sandy! I'm so glad you had a chance to try these and liked them!
Thanks for stopping by and leaving me a comment 🙂
Kaye says
How long does the it take before the chocolate coating start to melt if left out at room temperature?
Ang Paris says
Hi Kaye! They won't 'melt' unless it is very hot, but they may start to get a little soft and therefore, messy.
I probably would not leave them out more than 2-3 hours at room temperature. Enjoy!
Anna says
Hi I was wondering if you can use different kind of other cake boxes??
Ang Paris says
Yes, you absolutely can 🙂
ENJOY!
Heidi says
Hi! Could I use Almond Bark instead of Candy Melts for dipping? Thanks!
Ang Paris says
I haven't tried it with Almond Bark Heidi, but I think it would probably be fine.
Melissa says
Hi . These are delicious. How advance can I make these?
Ang Paris says
Hi Melissa! I'm so glad you enjoyed these! I find that storing them once they've been dipped for longer than a day or two can be tricky. However, the cake balls themselves can be made 4-5 days before you want to dip them in the chocolate.