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Red Velvet Cake Balls

Red Velvet Cake Balls
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Delight in these moist, flavorful Red Velvet Cake Balls, perfect bite-sized treats coated in luscious cream cheese frosting or white chocolate. Ideal for parties or satisfying sweet cravings, these cake balls combine the classic red velvet flavor with an easy-to-make, customizable format that transforms leftover cake crumbs into irresistible desserts.

Ingredients

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Dry Ingredients

  • 1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 tablespoons cocoa powder
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda

Wet Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup buttermilk
  • 1/2 cup vegetable oil
  • 2 large eggs
  • 2 tablespoons red food coloring
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 teaspoon white vinegar

For Binding and Coating

  • 1 cup cream cheese frosting (store-bought or homemade)
  • 8 ounces white or dark chocolate, melted (for dipping, optional)

Instructions

  1. Step 1: Bake Your Red Velvet Cake. Prepare your favorite red velvet cake recipe or use a boxed mix following package instructions. Bake until fully cooked and allow to cool completely to ensure a moist and crumbly texture ideal for forming balls.
  2. Step 2: Crumble the Cake. Break the cooled cake into fine crumbs using your hands or a fork in a large bowl, aiming for smooth, uniform consistency for easy shaping.
  3. Step 3: Mix in the Frosting. Gradually add cream cheese frosting to the cake crumbs, mixing well until the mixture holds together but is not overly sticky. Adjust the frosting amount as necessary for the right texture.
  4. Step 4: Form the Cake Balls. Shape the mixture into 1-inch diameter balls using a small cookie scoop or your hands. Place on a parchment-lined baking sheet and chill for at least 1 hour to firm up.
  5. Step 5: Dip in Chocolate Coating. Dip each chilled ball into melted white or dark chocolate with a fork or dipping tool, letting excess drip off. Place back on parchment paper and optionally decorate with sprinkles or drizzled chocolate. Allow to set completely.
  6. Step 6: Let Them Set and Serve. Let the coated cake balls harden fully at room temperature or in the refrigerator before serving to ensure a crisp shell with a soft interior.

Notes

  • Use room temperature ingredients for smooth mixing.
  • Mix cake crumbs and frosting just enough to bind the mixture without making it dense.
  • Chill the cake balls thoroughly before dipping to maintain shape.
  • Keep melted chocolate at the right temperature to avoid drying out the coating.
  • Store cake balls refrigerated in airtight containers to keep them fresh up to 5 days.
  • Freeze in a single layer in a sealed bag for up to 3 months.
  • Thaw frozen cake balls overnight in the refrigerator and serve cold or at room temperature; avoid microwaving.

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Keywords: Red Velvet, Cake Balls, Cream Cheese Frosting, Party Treats, Bite-Sized Desserts

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