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Red, White, and Blue Cake Balls

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  • Author: Alexander Johnson
  • Total Time: 2 hours 30 minutes including chilling
  • Yield: Approximately 24 cake balls 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

As a busy mom, I know how finding time for baking can feel like chasing a rainbow—beautiful but elusive. That’s why I’m thrilled to share my Red, White, and Blue Cake Balls! These vibrant treats are not just stunning to look at, they’re also incredibly easy to whip up. Perfect for celebrations or just to bring a smile to your family, this recipe combines convenience with a festive flair. Imagine a burst of flavor and color that delights everyone, making it a quick solution when you need something special. Let’s dive into this fun culinary adventure!

Ingredients

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  • 1 (15.25 ounce) white cake mix, plus ingredients on box needed to make it
  • Red and blue food coloring
  • 1 (8 ounce) block cream cheese, softened to room temperature
  • 1 (10 ounce) package white melting chocolate
  • Red, white, and blue sprinkles

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350F or at the temperature according to package instructions. Lightly grease 3 small baking pans (8×8) and set aside.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the cake mix along with the ingredients needed on the box until well mixed.
  3. Separate the batter into three smaller bowls. Leave one bowl plain and set it aside. Mix red food coloring in the second bowl and blue food coloring in the third bowl, adding 5 drops at a time and mixing until the desired shade is reached.
  4. Pour each batter into the prepared baking pans and bake for 14-16 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
  5. Remove the pans from the oven and cool completely on a wire rack.
  6. Once cooled, crumble the cake into smaller pieces and transfer to separate bowls; set aside.
  7. In a separate mixing bowl using a hand mixer on medium high speed, beat the cream cheese until smooth and creamy.
  8. Divide the cream cheese evenly into 3 crumbled cake bowls. Mix each bowl together until fully incorporated.
  9. Line two baking trays with parchment paper.
  10. Break off small one inch chunks from each of the 3 cakes and then roll the colors together with your hands to make a ball. Place each ball onto the prepared baking trays.
  11. Once all of the cake balls have been made, place the trays in the refrigerator and allow to chill for 1-2 hours.
  12. Place chocolate in a microwave-safe bowl and microwave in 30 second increments, stirring after each one, until melted and smooth.
  13. Place one cake ball at a time on a fork and dip it into the melted chocolate. Tap the fork to remove the excess. Place the ball back onto the baking tray.
  14. Repeat with the rest of the cake balls.
  15. Pour the leftover melts into a piping bag and drizzle it over the balls one at a time and then immediately top each ball with sprinkles.
  16. Return the cake balls to the refrigerator to chill for another 15 minutes.
  17. Keep refrigerated until ready to serve.

Notes

  • Ensure the cake balls are properly chilled to hold their shape.
  • Wash mixer thoroughly between colors to avoid mixing.
  • Store leftover cake balls in the refrigerator.
  • Prep Time: 30 minutes
  • Cook Time: 16 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking and Chilling
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cake ball
  • Calories: 150
  • Sugar: 12g
  • Sodium: 80mg
  • Fat: 7g
  • Saturated Fat: 4g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 2g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 20g
  • Fiber: 0g
  • Protein: 2g
  • Cholesterol: 15mg

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