Peanut Butter Cake Balls
Peanut Butter Cake Balls are bite-sized treats made by mixing crumbled cake with peanut butter, forming balls, and dipping them in chocolate. They offer a rich, creamy texture with a sweet and salty flavor. Perfect for parties or gifting, these no-bake delights are easy to make and customizable with toppings like sprinkles or crushed nuts.
Equipment
- Mixing bowls
- Hand mixer or stand mixer
- Baking Pan,
- Parchment paper
- Fork or dipping tool
- Microwave-safe bowl
- Cooling rack or tray
- Refrigerator or freezer
Ingredients
- 1 box yellow or chocolate cake mix
- plus required ingredients per box – usually eggs, oil, and water
- 1 cup creamy peanut butter
- ¾ cup cream cheese softened
- 2 cups semi-sweet or milk chocolate chips for coating
- 1 tablespoon coconut oil or shortening to smooth melted chocolate
- Optional toppings: Sprinkles sea salt, or chopped peanuts
Instructions
Step 1: Bake the Cake
- Follow the instructions on the cake mix box, combining it with eggs, oil, and water as directed. Pour the batter into a baking pan and bake until done. Allow the cake to cool completely before moving on.
Step 2: Prepare the Filling
- Once the cake has cooled, crumble it into fine pieces in a large bowl. Add creamy peanut butter and softened cream cheese. Stir everything together until the mixture forms a thick, dough-like texture.
Step 3: Shape the Cake Balls
- Using a spoon or small scoop, roll the mixture into balls about 1 to 1.5 inches in diameter. Arrange them on a tray lined with parchment paper. Chill in the fridge or freezer for at least an hour to help them firm up.
Step 4: Dip in Chocolate
- Melt chocolate chips with a bit of coconut oil or shortening in the microwave, heating in short bursts and stirring until smooth. Dip each chilled cake ball into the melted chocolate, covering it completely. Let any extra chocolate drip off before placing the coated ball back on the tray.
Step 5: Finish and Let Set
- While the chocolate is still wet, add optional toppings like sprinkles, sea salt or chopped nuts. Let the cake balls set at room temperature or in the fridge until the chocolate coating is fully hardened.