Brandy and coffee add mild flavor to these scrumptious cherry cake balls. -Susan Westerfield, Albuquerque, New Mexico
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Desserts
Time 1h35m
Yield 6 dozen.
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- In a large bowl, combine the cake mix, 1-1/4 cups 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 completely., Place cherries in a food processor; cover and process until coarsely chopped. Transfer to a small bowl; stir in the brandy, preserves and remaining coffee., Crumble cake into a large bowl. Add frosting and cherry mixture; beat well. Shape into 1-in. balls., In a microwave, melt candy coating and shortening; stir until smooth. Dip balls in chocolate mixture; allow excess to drip off. Place on waxed paper; let stand until set. Store in an airtight container overnight before serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 200 calories, Fat 10g fat (7g saturated fat), Cholesterol 9mg cholesterol, Sodium 51mg sodium, Carbohydrate 27g carbohydrate (24g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 1g protein.
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The One Cornelia
o86@aol.comThese cake balls were the perfect addition to my dessert table. They were a hit with all my guests.
YtGamer Girl
g_y@hotmail.comI'm not a big fan of cherry cordials, but I actually really liked these cake balls. The chocolate and cherry flavors go together perfectly.
Md Monarul
m.m73@hotmail.comThese cake balls were a lot of work to make, but they were worth it. They're so delicious!
Lelethu Angel
a@hotmail.co.ukI made these cake balls for my kids and they loved them. They're the perfect after-school snack.
don mawira
d-mawira72@gmail.comThese cake balls were a little too dry for my taste. I think I might have overbaked the cake.
duke nyathi
dnyathi@hotmail.comI love how festive these cake balls look. They're perfect for a holiday party.
Stephanie Gilbert
s.gilbert35@hotmail.comThese cake balls were a great way to use up some leftover cake. They were easy to make and they tasted great.
ATOORO BAADII
a72@gmail.comI had some trouble getting the cake balls to hold together. I think I might have needed to add more frosting.
Salar Khoso
s_khoso19@gmail.comThese cake balls were a little too sweet for my taste, but they were still good.
Yahye gariir
g.yahye95@yahoo.comI love the combination of chocolate and cherry in these cake balls. They're the perfect sweet treat.
lopang edward
ledward@yahoo.comThese cake balls were so easy to make and they turned out so delicious. I will definitely be making them again.
Rekhasuran Rekhasuran
rekhasuranr@aol.comI made these for a party and they were a hit! Everyone loved them.