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    Red Velvet Cake Balls Recipe

    Published: Nov 23, 2022 by Ang Paris · 28 Comments
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    Deliciously decadent two-bite morsels of red velvet cake, cream cheese frosting and white chocolate.
    Total Time 40 minutes
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    Red Velvet Cake Balls are a delicious sweet treat and they make a great gift, too. Semi-homemade recipe with easy step by step instructions. via @jugglingactmamaRed Velvet Cake Balls are a delicious sweet treat and they make a great gift, too. Semi-homemade recipe with easy step by step instructions. via @jugglingactmamaRed Velvet Cake Balls are a delicious sweet treat and they make a great gift, too. Semi-homemade recipe with easy step by step instructions. via @jugglingactmama

    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.

    A red Velvet Cake Ball covered with white chocolate sits on a pink plate.

    (You might want to try these Pumpkin Cheesecake Truffles next time!)

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    • 🧂 Ingredients
    • Instructions
    • How to Make Red Velvet Cake Balls:
    • Equipment
    • Tips for Using Candy Melts
    • 😋 Similar Recipes
    • 📋Red Velvet Cake Balls Recipe
    • Red Velvet Cake Balls
    • 💬 Comments

    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.

    Top down view of red velvet cake ball ingredients.

    🧂 Ingredients

    • boxed red velvet cake mix + ingredients on the box
    • cream cheese frosting (homemade or store-bought)
    • Wilton White Candy Melts
    • Sprinkles

    Instructions

    1. Bake the cake and let it cool.
    2. Crumble the cake and mix in the frosting.
    3. Make round balls out of the cake and frosting mixture.
    4. Melt the chocolate according to the instructions on the package.
    5. Dip the cake balls into the melted chocolate.
    6. Set the dipped balls onto a parchment paper lined baking sheet.
    7. Drizzle additional chocolate over the top, or add sprinkles.
    8. Chill until the chocolate sets.
    How to make red velvet cake balls collage image.

    How to Make Red Velvet Cake Balls:

    Equipment

    The following are affiliate links. We are a participant in the Amazon Services LLC Associates Program, an affiliate advertising program designed to provide a means for us to earn fees by linking to Amazon.com and affiliated sites.

    These are 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.

    Be sure to check out my Juggling Act Mama Storefront on Amazon where you'll find all kinds of great products to make your life easier! Thanks so much for being a part of Juggling Act Mama ❤

    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.
    Plate full of Red Velvet Cake Balls.

    😋 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.

    If you love Red Velvet like me, you'll want to check these out also:

    • Red Velvet Cheesecake Brownies
    • Red Velvet Raspberry Trifle
    • Close up image of three cocoa cookie pops topped with peeps.
      Hot Cocoa Cookie Pop Tutorial
    • Close up of Christmas Cake Pops with red bows.
      Tri-Color Christmas Cake Pops
    • Wine Cake Pops (How to Decorate)
    • Best Cake Ball Recipes
    A red Velvet Cake Ball covered with white chocolate sits on a pink plate with a bite taken out of it

    📋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. I could go on and on about my love for these sweets!?

    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!

    Plate full of Red Velvet Cake Balls decorated for the holidays

    Red Velvet Cake Balls

    Deliciously decadent two-bite morsels of red velvet cake, cream cheese frosting and white chocolate.
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    Course: Dessert
    Cuisine: American
    Keyword: red velvet cake balls
    Total Time: 40 minutes
    Servings: 25 cake balls
    Calories: 74kcal
    Author: Ang Paris

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    Equipment

    • Stand Mixer
    • 9x12 OR 9x13 Baking Pan
    • Spoonula
    • Parchment Paper
    • Baking Sheet
    • 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.
      1 box red velvet cake mix
    • 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.
      1 can cream cheese frosting
    • 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.
      1-2 bags white chocolate candy melts
    • 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.
      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.

    Notes

    These are great to make ahead of time! I suggest that you roll all the cake balls 1-2 days ahead. They'll keep in an airtight container in the refrigerator. The dipping process can take a little time but don't worry, this can also be done 1 day ahead of time. 
     

    For best results, be sure to check our Tips and FAQs above with important tips and questions that can help your delicious recipe come out perfectly.

    Nutrition

    Serving: 1cake ball | Calories: 74kcal | Carbohydrates: 13g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 3g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Sodium: 143mg | Potassium: 57mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 7g | Vitamin A: 1IU | Calcium: 26mg | Iron: 1mg
    Please Note: I am not a registered dietician. Any nutritional data I provide is an approximation and actual dietary information can vary based on ingredients and portion sizes.
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    Comments

    1. Sherri aka The Junkin Chick says

      February 07, 2015 at 9:10 pm

      5 stars
      Definitely making these for my son. He loves red velvet and his birthday is on Valentine's Day. He's going to love these!

      Reply
    2. STEPH says

      February 11, 2016 at 11:16 pm

      5 stars
      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)??

      Reply
      • Ang Paris says

        February 15, 2016 at 12:37 pm

        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.

        Reply
    3. lowanda J says

      February 17, 2017 at 4:22 pm

      5 stars
      These look so delicious!!! I'm definitely pinning for later!

      Reply
    4. Jocelyn says

      February 02, 2019 at 1:26 pm

      You put the whole can of frosting or just a portion?

      Reply
      • Ang Paris says

        February 04, 2019 at 10:39 am

        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. 🙂

        Reply
    5. Bernadette says

      November 28, 2019 at 8:43 am

      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

      Reply
      • Ang Paris says

        December 03, 2019 at 1:19 pm

        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!

        Reply
    6. Terri says

      December 13, 2019 at 8:28 pm

      Can these be frozen after dipping?

      Reply
      • Ang Paris says

        December 16, 2019 at 11:12 am

        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!

        Reply
        • Kristen says

          December 20, 2019 at 10:36 pm

          My mom and I made these a week ago and I have kept mine in the freezer and they are still really good!!

          Reply
          • Ang Paris says

            January 13, 2020 at 12:52 pm

            Thanks for letting me know, Kristen!

            Reply
    7. Sandy says

      December 23, 2020 at 11:05 am

      I made these last night. They turned out perfect!

      Reply
      • Ang Paris says

        January 07, 2021 at 8:48 am

        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 🙂

        Reply
    8. Kaye says

      January 15, 2021 at 12:50 pm

      How long does the it take before the chocolate coating start to melt if left out at room temperature?

      Reply
      • Ang Paris says

        January 15, 2021 at 1:05 pm

        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!

        Reply
    9. Anna says

      January 31, 2021 at 1:55 pm

      Hi I was wondering if you can use different kind of other cake boxes??

      Reply
      • Ang Paris says

        February 01, 2021 at 12:57 pm

        Yes, you absolutely can 🙂
        ENJOY!

        Reply
    10. Heidi says

      February 03, 2021 at 12:44 pm

      Hi! Could I use Almond Bark instead of Candy Melts for dipping? Thanks!

      Reply
      • Ang Paris says

        February 24, 2021 at 8:14 am

        I haven't tried it with Almond Bark Heidi, but I think it would probably be fine.

        Reply
    11. Melissa says

      February 10, 2021 at 9:23 am

      Hi . These are delicious. How advance can I make these?

      Reply
      • Ang Paris says

        March 17, 2021 at 9:23 am

        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.

        Reply
    12. Delilah says

      January 28, 2023 at 2:06 pm

      I want to make these for a Superbowl party since it is so close to Valentines day this year. Can I use white chocolate chips instead of candy melts. I have an over abundance left from Christmas.

      Reply
      • Ang Paris says

        January 30, 2023 at 11:10 am

        Yes, white chocolate chips will work also. Place the, in a microwave-safe bowl. I recommend working in small batches. Microwave for 30 seconds, stir ad melt for another 20 seconds, then stir again. At this point, you repeat the process until the chocolate is smooth. Enjoy!

        Reply
    13. Pam says

      February 05, 2023 at 3:56 pm

      How do I mail these to my grandkids? I’m making them for valentines day. I live in Northern California & they live in Southern California.

      Reply
      • Ang Paris says

        February 06, 2023 at 7:45 am

        Hi Pam, I've never tried to send these in the mail before. If you were mailing between cold-weather states in winter, I think it would be okay, but I don't know about warm-weather states. If you try it, I'd love to know how you make out.

        Reply

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