New Years Eve Cake Ball Drops
These New Years Eve Cake Ball Drops are sparkly, bite-sized treats made of cake crumbs and frosting, coated in chocolate and glittery sprinkles. Perfect for New Year celebrations!
Equipment
- Mixing Bowl
- Microwave or Double Boiler
- Tray
- Parchment Paper
Ingredients
Cake Ball Base
- 2 cups cake crumbs leftover or store-bought cake, crumbled
- 1/2 cup frosting
Chocolate Coating
- 8 oz white or dark chocolate chopped or chips
- 1 tsp butter or oil for smooth melting
- edible glitter or sprinkles for decoration
Instructions
- Crumble your cake into fine crumbs in a large bowl using your hands or a fork.
- Add frosting one spoonful at a time, mixing until the mixture holds together when pressed.
- Shape small balls using your hands or a scoop and place them on a parchment-lined tray.
- Freeze the cake balls for 15 minutes to firm them up.
- Melt chocolate with a teaspoon of butter or oil until smooth, then dip each chilled cake ball using a fork.
- Return dipped cake balls to tray and decorate immediately with sprinkles or edible glitter.
Notes
- Don’t use too much frosting just enough to bind.
- Always chill the cake balls before dipping for a smooth coating.
- Great make ahead dessert for festive occasions.