introduction
This no bake vanilla cake balls recipe makes small sweet bites. They are quick and simple. If you like small no-bake treats, try no-bake Christmas cheesecake bites for another easy option.
why make this recipe
You can make these fast. They need no oven. Kids can help roll and dip. They taste like vanilla cake and white chocolate.
how to make No Bake Vanilla Cake Balls
Follow the steps below and work with chilled dough for easy dipping.
Ingredients :
- .5 cup Butter (unsalted + softened)
- .5 cup Sugar
- 1 cup Dry Cake Mix (yellow, white or vanilla)
- .5 cup Flour
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla
- .5 teaspoon Salt
- .25 cup Milk
- 2 tablespoon Sprinkles
- 10 oz White Chocolate Chips
Directions :
- Cream .5 cup butter and .5 cup sugar on medium high for 2 – 3 minutes.
- Add in .5 cup flour and 1 cup dry cake mix and mix on low until well combined.
- Note that the mixture will be crumbly.
- Add in 1 teaspoon vanilla, .5 teaspoon salt and .25 cup milk.
- Mix on low until well combined.
- Scoop out balls and roll until formed.
- Chill for 30 minutes.
- Melt white chocolate chips in microwave at 30 second intervals, stirring between each until completely melted.
- Dip each cake ball into the melted chocolate and top off excess.
- Place dipped cake balls on parchment paper and top with sprinkles.
- Allow to set and harden.
how to serve No Bake Vanilla Cake Balls
Serve them cold or at room temperature. Put them on a small plate or in a box for gifts. They go well with coffee or milk.
how to store No Bake Vanilla Cake Balls
Keep in an airtight container. Store in the fridge for up to 1 week. You can freeze them for up to 1 month; thaw in the fridge before serving.
tips to make No Bake Vanilla Cake Balls
- Use softened butter for easy mixing.
- Chill the dough so balls keep shape when dipping.
- Warm the melted chocolate gently to avoid burning.
- Tap off extra chocolate to get a smooth coating.
variation (if any)
- Add 1 tablespoon cocoa powder to make chocolate cake balls.
- Use colored sprinkles for a festive look.
- Mix in a tablespoon of finely chopped nuts for crunch.
FAQs
What if the mixture is too dry?
Add a little more milk, one teaspoon at a time, until it holds together.
Can I use another chocolate?
Yes. Use milk or dark chocolate chips instead of white chocolate.
How big should the balls be?
Make them about 1 inch to 1.5 inch wide for easy dipping and serving.
Conclusion
For another simple no-bake cake ball idea, see this No-Bake Cake Batter Cake Balls recipe.