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Christmas Vanilla Cake Balls Coated in Peppermint Chocolate and Topped with Holiday Candy Bits

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Christmas Vanilla Cake Balls are bite-sized treats made from crumbled vanilla cake mixed with frosting, coated in peppermint-infused white chocolate, and topped with crushed candy canes or festive holiday candy bits. These no-bake sweets are perfect for gifting and holiday dessert trays.

Ingredients

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  • 1 box vanilla cake mix (plus required eggs, oil, and water)
  • 1/2 cup vanilla frosting
  • 12 oz peppermint white chocolate or white chocolate chips + 1/2 tsp peppermint extract
  • 1/3 cup crushed candy canes or holiday sprinkles (for topping)

Instructions

  1. Bake the vanilla cake according to package instructions and let it cool completely.
  2. Crumble the cooled cake into a large bowl until fine crumbs form.
  3. Add the frosting and mix until a thick, dough-like consistency forms.
  4. Roll the mixture into 1-inch balls and place them on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
  5. Chill the balls in the freezer for 20–30 minutes to firm up.
  6. In a microwave-safe bowl, melt the peppermint white chocolate in 30-second intervals, stirring until smooth. (If using plain white chocolate, stir in peppermint extract after melting.)
  7. Dip each chilled cake ball into the melted chocolate, tapping off excess, and place back on the parchment paper.
  8. Immediately sprinkle crushed candy canes or holiday sprinkles over the top before the coating sets.
  9. Let the coating harden at room temperature or refrigerate for quicker setting.

Notes

  • Be sure the cake is fully cooled before crumbling to avoid melting the frosting.
  • Use a cookie scoop for uniform cake ball sizing.
  • Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 1 week or freeze for longer storage.

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