introduction
This recipe makes small sweet bites that taste like carrot cake. They are cream cheese flavored inside and covered in white chocolate. If you like moist carrot desserts, try this similar Christmas Hawaiian carrot pineapple cake for another idea.
why make this recipe
You get a simple treat that is easy to share. The bites are small and do not need plates. They use a cake you already bake and turn it into candy-like truffles. They are good for parties, gifts, or a quick snack.
how to make Carrot Cake Ball Truffles
You bake a carrot cake, crumble it, mix in cream cheese frosting, shape balls, chill, and dip in white chocolate. Add chopped pecans on top while the chocolate is wet. Let them harden before you eat.
Ingredients :
- 2 C sugar
- 1 C canola oil
- 4 large eggs
- 2 C flour
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 2 tsp cinnamon
- 2 C shredded carrots
- 1 C pecan chips (plus 1/2 C for topping)
- 1 container of cream cheese frosting
- 1 16 oz bag of Ghirardelli white chocolate melting wafers
Directions :
- Spray a 9×13 baking dish with non stick cooking spray and set aside.
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees and line two 9 inch springform pans with parchment paper.
- Using a standing mixer, mix the sugar, oil and eggs until combined.
- Add the flour, baking soda, baking powder, salt and cinnamon and mix until combined.
- Fold in the shredded carrots and 1 C pecan chips.
- Pour the batter into the 9×13 baking dish.
- Bake for 30-40 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Allow the cake to cool completely on a wire rack.
- Crumble the cake into fine crumbs into a large bowl.
- Mix in about 2-3 spoonfuls of cream cheese frosting and mix until a dough forms.
- Using a small ice cream scoop, scoop out some of the cake mixture and roll into a ball.
- Place each ball onto a cookie sheet.
- Repeat until all mixture has been molded into balls.
- Place the cookie sheet into the fridge for 1 hour to harden.
- Remove the balls from the fridge and place them onto the counter.
- Using a double boiler, melt the white chocolate melting wafers.
- Once melted, use a fork to dip each cake ball into the melted chocolate.
- Lightly tap the edge of the pot to get rid of excess chocolate.
- Place the dipped ball back onto the cookie sheet and sprinkle with some chopped pecans.
- Repeat until all balls have been dipped or all chocolate has been used.
- Allow the chocolate to harden for 15 minutes before enjoying.
how to serve Carrot Cake Ball Truffles
Serve them on a small plate or a tray. They are easy to eat by hand. Chill them for a firmer bite or let them sit a few minutes at room temperature for a softer center.
how to store Carrot Cake Ball Truffles
Place in an airtight container and keep in the fridge for up to 5 days. You can freeze them in a single layer for up to 1 month. Thaw in the fridge before serving.
tips to make Carrot Cake Ball Truffles
- Cool the cake fully before crumbling.
- Add frosting slowly to get the right dough texture.
- Chill balls well before dipping to keep shape.
- Use a fork and tap off extra chocolate to get a smooth shell.
- Sprinkle nuts quickly while chocolate is wet.
variation (if any)
- Use milk or dark chocolate instead of white.
- Add a pinch of nutmeg or ginger to the cake for spice.
- Roll some balls in coconut or sprinkles instead of nuts.
FAQs
Q: Can I use store-bought carrot cake?
A: Yes. Use a plain carrot cake and follow the same steps to crumble and mix with frosting.
Q: How much frosting do I need exactly?
A: Start with 2-3 spoonfuls and add more a little at a time until the crumbs hold together.
Q: Do I need to chill the balls before dipping?
A: Yes. Chilling firms them so they hold shape when you dip.
Q: Can I skip the nuts on top?
A: Yes. You can leave them plain or add other toppings like sprinkles.
Conclusion
These truffles are an easy way to turn carrot cake into a bite-size treat. For another take on carrot cake treats, see Healthy Carrot Cake Truffles – Danilicious.