Cake Balls

How do you dip cake balls?

To make easy work of dipping the cake balls, insert a wooden skewer into each one and gently dip in the melted candy coating. Allow the access to drip off before setting each ball on waxed paper to dry. If you're adding sprinkles or other edible accents, sprinkle them on immediately and then allow the cake balls to rest until the coating has set. You can use a microwave to melt the candy coating or get fancy with a candy melting pot. Leave the skewers in to turn cake balls into cake pops.

How can you make cake balls your own?

There are lots of easy ways to get creative with cake balls. Experiment with different cake mixes and frosting flavors, such as:

Vanilla cake with vanilla frosting

Chocolate cake with chocolate frosting

Carrot cake with cream cheese frosting

Strawberry cake with strawberry frosting

Lemon cake with lemon frosting

Red velvet cake with cream cheese frosting

Candy wafers are available in a variety of colors, so select one that matches your cake or theme. After dipping and allowing the candy coating to thoroughly dry, add a white or dark drizzle around each cake ball for extra flair.

Can you make cake balls ahead of time?

Definitely! Store dipped cake balls in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week. Store undipped cake balls in a sealed container or storage bag for up to 3 days. You can also store undipped cake balls in the freezer for up to six months. Allow to thaw in the refrigerator before eating.

—Amy Glander, Taste of Home Book Editor