Easy 3-Step Ball Cake Recipe

Decorative chocolate-coated treats for Ball Cake Recipe – A collection of cake balls with colorful sprinkles and drizzled chocolate, arranged on a white cake stand.

5 from 1 vote

Ball cakes are irresistible bite-sized treats made by mixing crumbled cake with frosting, rolling into balls, and coating with chocolate. These versatile, easy-to-make desserts are perfect for parties, gifts, or any special occasion.

Print Recipe Pin Recipe

Prep Time 1

Cook Time 3

Total Time 4

Servings: 40 balls

Course: Dessert

Cuisine: American

Calories: 180

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

the Cake Base

1 box cake mix any flavor
3 large eggs
½ cup vegetable oil
1 cup water
1 container 16 oz prepared frosting

the Coating

24 oz chocolate melting wafers
2 tablespoons vegetable shortening optional

Decoration

Sprinkles
Colored sugar
Crushed nuts optional

Equipment

9x13 inch baking pan
Large mixing bowls
Hand mixer or stand mixer
Cookie scoop (optional, for uniform sizing)
Parchment paper
Microwave-safe bowl for melting chocolate
Fork or specialized dipping tools

Method

Bake the Cake

Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C)
Mix cake mix, eggs, oil, and water
Bake in 9x13 pan for 30-35 minutes
Cool completely

Form the Balls

Crumble cooled cake into fine crumbs
Mix with frosting until moldable
Roll into 1-inch balls
Chill for 2 hours or freeze for 1 hour

Coat the Balls

Melt chocolate with shortening if needed
Dip chilled balls in chocolate
Add decorations before setting
Let set completely

Nutrition

Calories: 180kcalCarbohydrates: 24gProtein: 2gFat: 9gSaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 15mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 85mgFiber: 1gSugar: 18gVitamin A: 45IUCalcium: 40mgIron: 1.2mg

Notes

Keep balls cold while dipping
Add frosting gradually to achieve right consistency
Use fork or dipping tool for neater coating

Tried this recipe?

Let us know how it was!