Eggnog Cake Balls

These festive cake balls combine the flavors of eggnog, rum, and nutmeg in a tender cake center, all wrapped in chocolate coating. Though they take time to chill, the active prep is simple and the results are worth the wait.

Featured in Sweet Treats and Baked Goods.

Fatiha
Updated on Sun, 05 Jan 2025 01:28:28 GMT
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Looking for an easy homemade holiday treat? These homemade Eggnog Cake Balls are perfect! This easy recipe combines moist cake with rich eggnog flavor, all dipped in chocolate. They're simple but fancy-looking - perfect for parties or homemade holiday gifts!

Why You'll Love This Recipe

This homemade recipe captures all those cozy holiday flavors we love. It's such an easy treat to make - just a few simple ingredients turn into something special. The best part about this easy recipe? You can make them ahead and customize them however you like!

What You'll Need

  • Pound Cake Mix: Makes this easy recipe super simple.
  • Fresh Eggnog: Store-bought works great in this homemade recipe.
  • Real Butter: Softened for your homemade treats.
  • Fresh Eggs: For the perfect texture.
  • Rum or Extract: Your choice for these easy treats.
  • Warm Nutmeg: Essential for this homemade recipe.
  • Creamy Frosting: Helps bind these easy cake balls.
  • Candy Coating: For dipping your homemade treats.
  • Sea Salt: Optional but delicious!

Let's Start Baking

Mix Your Easy Batter
Start this homemade recipe by beating your cake mix with eggnog, butter, eggs, and spices until smooth.
Bake The Base
This easy recipe starts with baking your cake at 350°F - about an hour should do it.
Time To Mix
Once cool, crumble that cake and mix with frosting. This homemade mixture should hold together nicely.
Roll Those Balls
Shape your easy treats into little balls and let them chill - overnight is best!
Dip And Decorate
Coat your homemade cake balls in melted chocolate and add a sprinkle of salt if you like.
Final Touch
Let these easy homemade treats firm up in the fridge before serving.

Best Tips For Success

For perfect homemade cake balls, make sure they're really cold before dipping - it makes this easy recipe so much smoother. Use good quality chocolate for your coating, and don't forget to add any toppings right away before these homemade treats set!

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Storage Notes

Your easy homemade treats will keep several ways: plain balls stay good in the fridge for 2 days or freeze for later. Once you've dipped these homemade cake balls, they'll last about 4 days at room temp or a couple weeks in the fridge. This recipe is perfect for making ahead!

Perfect For The Holidays

These homemade Eggnog Cake Balls are always a hit at holiday parties! This easy recipe makes the perfect gift too - package them up in pretty boxes. Your friends won't believe these fancy-looking homemade treats were so easy to make!

Frequently Asked Questions

→ Why chill overnight?

Thorough chilling helps balls keep their shape when dipping in warm chocolate coating.

→ Can I use real rum?

Yes, or substitute rum extract for non-alcoholic version.

→ Why not use all the frosting?

Too much frosting makes balls too soft to hold shape. Add gradually until right consistency.

→ Can I freeze these?

Yes, freeze up to 2 months in airtight container. Thaw in fridge.

→ Why add sea salt?

Salt enhances flavors and provides pleasant contrast to sweet coating.

Eggnog Cake Balls

Rich cake balls infused with eggnog and rum flavor, coated in chocolate and sprinkled with sea salt. The perfect holiday treat!

Prep Time
15 Minutes
Cook Time
60 Minutes
Total Time
75 Minutes
By: Fatiha

Category: Desserts

Difficulty: Intermediate

Cuisine: American

Yield: 50 Servings (50)

Dietary: Vegetarian

Ingredients

01 16 oz pound cake mix.
02 2/3 cup eggnog.
03 1/4 cup unsalted butter, softened.
04 2 large eggs.
05 2 tablespoons rum or 2 tsp extract.
06 1/2 teaspoon nutmeg.
07 16 oz whipped vanilla frosting.
08 48 oz candy coating.
09 Sea salt for garnish.

Instructions

Step 01

Preheat oven to 350°F and line 9x5 loaf pan with parchment.

Step 02

Beat cake mix, eggnog, butter, eggs, rum, and nutmeg until blended.

Step 03

Pour into prepared pan and bake 55-60 minutes until done.

Step 04

Cool completely then crumble cake into fine crumbs.

Step 05

Mix in frosting gradually until mixture holds together.

Step 06

Form into 1-inch balls and place on lined sheet.

Step 07

Chill several hours or overnight until firm.

Step 08

Melt candy coating according to package directions.

Step 09

Dip chilled balls in coating using fork.

Step 10

Sprinkle with sea salt before coating sets.

Step 11

Refrigerate 30 minutes to set completely.

Notes

  1. Can be frozen.
  2. Make ahead friendly.
  3. Perfect for parties.
  4. Great holiday gift.

Tools You'll Need

  • 9x5 loaf pan.
  • Electric mixer.
  • Parchment paper.
  • Fork for dipping.

Allergy Information

Please check ingredients for potential allergens and consult a health professional if in doubt.
  • Dairy (butter, eggnog).
  • Eggs.
  • Wheat (cake mix).

Nutrition Facts (Per Serving)

It is important to consider this information as approximate and not to use it as definitive health advice.
  • Calories: 238
  • Total Fat: 11 g
  • Total Carbohydrate: 31 g
  • Protein: 1 g