Homemade cake bites are small, delicious, and customizable treats that are perfect for parties, gifts, or just a fun snack. These bite-sized delights can be made with your favorite cake flavor and coated with chocolate or other toppings. Whether you’re craving something sweet or want to impress guests, cake bites are the perfect go-to.
Ingredients:
- Cake:
- 1 boxed cake mix (any flavor) or your favorite homemade cake recipe
- Ingredients required for the cake (usually eggs, oil, water)
- Frosting:
- ½ cup of frosting (store-bought or homemade, any flavor that pairs well with the cake)
- Coating:
- 2 cups of melted chocolate (milk, dark, or white)
- Optional Toppings:
- Sprinkles
- Crushed nuts
- Shredded coconut
- Colored sugar
- Crushed cookies
Directions:
- Bake the Cake:
- Prepare the cake according to the instructions on the box or your chosen homemade recipe. Once baked, let it cool completely.
- Crumble the Cake:
- Once the cake has cooled, crumble it into a large bowl. Break the cake into fine crumbs using your hands or a fork.
- Add Frosting:
- Add ½ cup of frosting to the crumbled cake. Mix well until the cake crumbs stick together and the mixture becomes dough-like. Add more frosting if needed for a smoother consistency.
- Form the Cake Bites:
- Using your hands or a small cookie scoop, roll the cake mixture into bite-sized balls. Place the balls on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Chill:
- Put the cake bites in the refrigerator or freezer for about 30 minutes to firm up before coating.
- Melt the Chocolate:
- While the cake bites are chilling, melt your chocolate in the microwave or using a double boiler, stirring frequently to ensure a smooth consistency.
- Dip the Cake Bites:
- Remove the chilled cake bites from the fridge. Using a fork or toothpick, dip each cake bite into the melted chocolate, ensuring it’s fully coated. Allow any excess chocolate to drip off.
- Add Toppings:
- While the chocolate is still wet, sprinkle your chosen toppings (sprinkles, nuts, coconut, etc.) onto the cake bites.
- Let Them Set:
- Place the coated cake bites back on the parchment-lined sheet and let them set in the fridge for about 15–20 minutes, or until the chocolate hardens.
- Serve and Enjoy:
- Once the cake bites are set, they are ready to serve! Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator.