New Year’s Eve Cake Ball Drops: A Sparkling and Easy Treat to Ring in the Year!
As the clock strikes midnight and the New Year begins, you’ll want to have the perfect treat to celebrate the moment. These New Year’s Eve Cake Ball Drops are the perfect combination of delicious and visually stunning. Coated in a creamy white chocolate layer and sprinkled with shimmering golden accents, these cake balls capture the essence of New Year’s Eve: joy, celebration, and a little sparkle. Whether you’re hosting a party or attending one, these cake balls are sure to impress your guests and make your celebration unforgettable.
Ingredients
- 1 box of cake mix (your favorite flavor)
- 1/2 cup of frosting (store-bought or homemade)
- 12 oz of white chocolate chips or white chocolate melts
- Golden sprinkles for decoration
Instructions
Bake the Cake: Preheat your oven according to the instructions on the cake mix box. Prepare your cake mix as directed and bake in an 8-inch square or round cake pan. Allow the cake to cool completely once done.
Crumble the Cake: Once the cake is cool, crumble it into small pieces using your hands or a fork. Place the crumbled cake into a large mixing bowl.
Add the Frosting: Gradually mix in the frosting, starting with about 1/4 cup at a time. Continue mixing until the cake and frosting form a dough-like consistency. The dough should hold together when pressed.
Form the Balls: Roll the cake dough into 1-inch balls, using your hands to shape them. Place the formed balls on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
Coat with Chocolate: Melt the white chocolate in a microwave-safe bowl, heating in 30-second intervals and stirring in between. Once melted, dip each cake ball into the white chocolate, ensuring it’s completely covered. Allow any excess chocolate to drip off.
Sprinkle the Gold: While the chocolate is still soft, sprinkle each cake ball with golden sprinkles for that festive, New Year’s touch.
Let Set: Place the coated cake balls back onto the baking sheet and let them set for at least 30 minutes at room temperature, or refrigerate for 10-15 minutes to speed up the process.
Cook and Prep Times
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 25-30 minutes (for baking the cake)
- Setting Time: 30 minutes
Baking Pro Tips
- For a smoother finish, use cake crumbs instead of large chunks when mixing with frosting. This will help the dough hold together better.
- If the chocolate starts to thicken while coating the cake balls, simply heat it again in the microwave for 10-15 seconds.
- For a more festive touch, use colored sprinkles or edible glitter to match your party theme.
- Store the cake balls in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 4 days.
These New Year’s Eve Cake Ball Drops are an easy and delightful treat to help you celebrate the New Year in style. The golden sprinkles add a festive touch, and the white chocolate coating makes them as delicious as they are beautiful. Perfect for any gathering, these cake balls are a fun, easy, and impressive way to ring in the new year with your loved ones. Whether you serve them with a glass of champagne or enjoy them on their own, they’re sure to be a hit at your party!