Best 6 Hot Chocolate Cake Balls Recipes

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Indulge in a delightful culinary journey with our exquisite Hot Chocolate Cake Balls, a symphony of flavors that will tantalize your taste buds. These bite-sized treats are crafted with rich chocolate cake, transformed into velvety smooth balls, and then elegantly coated in a decadent chocolate ganache. Each cake ball is a masterpiece, a perfect balance of textures and flavors that will leave you craving more. This recipe article presents two irresistible variations: the Classic Hot Chocolate Cake Balls, a timeless indulgence that captures the essence of a warm and comforting hot chocolate, and the Salted Caramel Hot Chocolate Cake Balls, an innovative twist that combines the richness of chocolate with the sweet and salty allure of caramel. Prepare to embark on a delectable adventure with our Hot Chocolate Cake Balls, where every bite promises an explosion of chocolatey goodness.

Here are our top 6 tried and tested recipes!

CHOCOLATE CAKE BALLS RECIPE



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These Chocolate Cake Balls are made with crumbled cake and frosting, dipped chocolate. They're the perfect treat for the holidays, or any time of year!

Provided by Ashlyn

Categories     Dessert

Time 1h5m

Number Of Ingredients 4

1 18.25 oz package chocolate cake mix + ingredients to prepare cake
1 16 oz can prepared chocolate frosting
1 container microwave dipping chocolate or almond bark
sprinkles for topping

Steps:

  • Prepare cake and bake according to package directions in a 9x13 inch pan. Allow to cool completely.
  • After cake has cooled, use your hands to crumble the cake into a large mixing bowl. A fork can also be used to crumble large chunks. Make sure cake is completely broken into fine crumbs.
  • Add 1/2-3/4 of the container of frosting, mixing with a spoon until the cake crumbs are coated. I don't add the entire container because then the cake balls come out a little too mushy. Place the bowl in the refrigerator for about 20 minutes.
  • Remove the bowl from the refrigerator and roll the mixture into small balls. Place balls on a plate or cookie sheet topped with wax paper and freeze for 1 hour.
  • Melt dipping chocolate or almond bark according to package directions. Place a wooden skewer on the bottom of a cake ball and dip into the chocolate, swirling and then tapping off the excess. Place the skewer in a mug or glass (I used short skewers for this recipe) and immediately add sprinkles if using. Allow to dry completely. Repeat with remaining cake balls.

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 piece, Calories 52 kcal, Carbohydrate 9 g, Protein 1 g, Fat 2 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, Cholesterol 1 mg, Sodium 99 mg, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 5 g, UnsaturatedFat 2 g

HEAVENLY CHOCOLATE-FUDGE CAKE BALLS



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My special treat is similar to the popular cake pops-but without the stick! They're guaranteed to calm any chocolate craving and jazz up holiday goodie trays all at the same time. Best of all, no one will guess how easy they are to make! -Lynn Davis, Moreno Valley, California

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 2h15m

Yield about 8 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 package devil's food cake mix (regular size)
2 tablespoons hot water
1 teaspoon instant coffee granules
1 cup chocolate fudge frosting
1/3 cup baking cocoa
1/4 cup chocolate syrup
1-1/3 cups miniature semisweet chocolate chips
2 pounds white candy coating, chopped
Optional toppings: milk chocolate English toffee bits, toasted sweetened shredded coconut and crushed candy canes

Steps:

  • Prepare and bake cake according to package directions. Cool completely. Crumble cake into a large bowl., In a small bowl, combine hot water and coffee granules; stir until dissolved. Add the frosting, cocoa and chocolate syrup; stir until combined. Add to cake; beat on low speed until blended. Stir in chocolate chips. Shape into 1-in. balls., In a microwave, melt candy coating; stir until smooth. Dip balls in coating mixture; allow excess to drip off. Place on waxed paper; sprinkle with toppings of your choice. Let stand until set. Store in airtight containers.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 111 calories, Fat 6g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 7mg cholesterol, Sodium 51mg sodium, Carbohydrate 15g carbohydrate (12g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 1g protein.

CHOCOLATE CAKE BALLS RECIPE



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These Chocolate Cake Balls are made with crumbled cake and frosting, then dipped in melted chocolate and covered with sprinkles. My family loves this perfect easy treat!

Provided by Ashlyn Edwards | Belle of the Kitchen

Categories     Dessert

Time 40m

Number Of Ingredients 4

1 (18.25 oz) package chocolate cake mix + ingredients to prepare cake
1 (16 oz) can prepared chocolate frosting
1 container microwave dipping chocolate or almond bark
sprinkles for topping

Steps:

  • Prepare cake and bake according to package directions in a 9x13 inch pan. Allow to cool completely.
  • After cake has cooled, use your hands to crumble the cake into a large mixing bowl. A fork can also be used to crumble large chunks. Make sure cake is completely broken into fine crumbs.
  • Add 1/2-3/4 of the container of frosting, mixing with a spoon until the cake crumbs are coated. I don't add the entire container because then the cake balls come out a little too mushy. Place the bowl in the refrigerator for about 20 minutes.
  • Remove the bowl from the refrigerator and roll the mixture into small balls. Place balls on a plate or cookie sheet topped with wax paper and freeze for 1 hour.
  • Melt dipping chocolate or almond bark according to package directions. Place a wooden skewer on the bottom of a cake ball and dip into the chocolate, swirling and then tapping off the excess. Place the skewer in a mug or glass (I used short skewers for this recipe) and immediately add sprinkles if using. Allow to dry completely. Repeat with remaining cake balls.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 146 kcal, Carbohydrate 22 g, Fat 6 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, Sodium 141 mg, Sugar 17 g, ServingSize 1 serving

CAKE BALLS



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This recipe is very versatile and heavily addictive. You can mix and match cake and icing flavors as well as the chocolate coatings. The variations are unlimited, and they can be nicely packaged and given as gifts.

Provided by Allison

Categories     Desserts     Cakes     Cake Pops

Yield 36

Number Of Ingredients 3

1 (18.25 ounce) package chocolate cake mix
1 (16 ounce) container prepared chocolate frosting
1 (3 ounce) bar chocolate flavored confectioners coating

Steps:

  • Prepare the cake mix according to package directions using any of the recommended pan sizes. When cake is done, crumble while warm into a large bowl, and stir in the frosting until well blended.
  • Melt chocolate coating in a glass bowl in the microwave, or in a metal bowl over a pan of simmering water, stirring occasionally until smooth.
  • Use a melon baller or small scoop to form balls of the chocolate cake mixture. Dip the balls in chocolate using a toothpick or fork to hold them. Place on waxed paper to set.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 123.6 calories, Carbohydrate 19.7 g, Cholesterol 0.5 mg, Fat 5.2 g, Fiber 0.4 g, Protein 1.1 g, SaturatedFat 1.6 g, Sodium 143.4 mg, Sugar 14.1 g

HOT CHOCOLATE CAKE BALLS



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Serve these chocolaty delights and everyone will know yours isn't an ordinary holiday party. The little cakes are festive, fun and yummy. -Taste of Home Test Kitchen

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 1h55m

Yield 5 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 19

1 package chocolate cake mix (regular size)
1-1/4 cups strong brewed coffee
1/3 cup canola oil
3 eggs
FILLING:
3/4 cup butter, softened
1 cup confectioners' sugar
1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 jar (7 ounces) marshmallow creme
FROSTING:
1/4 cup butter, softened
2 cups confectioners' sugar
1/4 cup baking cocoa
1/4 cup 2% milk
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
COATING:
2 pounds white candy coating, chopped
1 tablespoon shortening
Baking cocoa

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine cake mix, coffee, oil and eggs; beat on low speed for 30 seconds. Beat on medium for 2 minutes. Pour batter into a greased and floured 13x9-in. baking pan. Bake at 350° for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Cool cake completely., For filling, in a small bowl, beat butter until fluffy; beat in confectioners' sugar and vanilla until smooth. Add marshmallow creme; beat until light and fluffy. Refrigerate for at least 2 hours or until easy to handle. Shape into 1/2-in. balls; arrange on waxed paper-lined baking sheets., For frosting, in a large bowl, beat the butter, confectioners' sugar and cocoa until combined. Beat in milk and vanilla until smooth. Crumble cake into bowl; mix well., Shape 1 tablespoon cake mixture around a marshmallow ball. Return to baking sheets. Repeat with remaining cake mixture and marshmallow balls. Refrigerate for 30 minutes., In a microwave, melt candy coating and shortening; stir until smooth. Dip cake balls in coating; allow excess to drip off. Return to baking sheets; let stand until set. Dust tops with cocoa. Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 194 calories, Fat 10g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 19mg cholesterol, Sodium 87mg sodium, Carbohydrate 27g carbohydrate (22g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 1g protein.

CHOCOLATE CAKE BITES



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Treat your guests with these mouth-watering cream cheese cake candies made using Betty Crocker™ Super Moist™ devil's food cake mix - a refrigerated dessert.

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Dessert

Time 3h20m

Yield 66

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 box Betty Crocker™ Super Moist™ devil's food or milk chocolate cake mix
Water, vegetable oil and eggs called for on cake mix box
3/4 cup Betty Crocker™ Rich & Creamy chocolate or milk chocolate frosting
20 oz chocolate-flavored candy coating (from two 16-oz packages)
Assorted candy sprinkles

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 350°F. Make and bake cake as directed on box for 13x9-inch pan. Cool completely, about 1 hour.
  • In large bowl, crumble cake. Add frosting; mix well. Roll into 1-inch balls; place on wax paper-lined cookie sheet. Freeze about 45 minutes or until firm. Refrigerate to keep chilled.
  • In 1-quart microwavable bowl, microwave 8 oz of the candy coating uncovered on High 1 minute 30 seconds; stir. Continue microwaving and stirring in 15-second increments until melted and smooth.
  • Remove one-third of the balls at a time from refrigerator. Using 2 forks, dip and roll 1 ball at a time in coating. Place on wax paper-lined cookie sheet; immediately decorate with sprinkles. Refrigerate cake balls about 10 minutes or until coating is set. Melt remaining candy coating in 6-oz batches; dip remaining balls. (Reheat coating in microwave if it is too thick to coat.) Serve at room temperature. Store in airtight container.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 100, Carbohydrate 12 g, Cholesterol 10 mg, Fat 1, Fiber 0 g, Protein 1 g, SaturatedFat 2 1/2 g, ServingSize 1 Cake Bite, Sodium 75 mg, Sugar 10 g, TransFat 0 g

Tips:

  • Use high-quality ingredients: This will make a big difference in the final flavor of your cake balls. Use real butter, semisweet or bittersweet chocolate, and fresh eggs.
  • Don't overmix the batter: Overmixing can make the cake balls tough. Mix just until the ingredients are combined.
  • Chill the cake balls before dipping them in chocolate: This will help the chocolate set quickly and smoothly.
  • Use a variety of toppings: You can use anything from sprinkles to chopped nuts to mini chocolate chips to decorate your cake balls.
  • Store the cake balls in the refrigerator: They will keep for up to 2 weeks in the refrigerator or up to 3 months in the freezer.

Conclusion:

Hot chocolate cake balls are a delicious and easy-to-make treat that are perfect for any occasion. They are made with simple ingredients and can be decorated in a variety of ways. Whether you are looking for a quick and easy snack or a special dessert to impress your friends, hot chocolate cake balls are a great option.

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