Lemon Cake Balls
Indulge in the delightful world of Lemon Cake Balls, the perfect sweet treat for any occasion! These zesty bites combine tangy lemon cake with creamy frosting, all encased in a luscious vanilla candy coating. Ideal for birthdays, weddings, or family gatherings, these treats not only taste fantastic but also add a beautiful touch to dessert tables. Their easy preparation makes them a go-to option for both novice and experienced bakers alike. Customize your cake balls with different coatings or toppings to impress your guests further. Whether served on a platter or as party favors, these lemon delights are sure to bring smiles all around.
- Prep Time: 60 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 30 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 24 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 15.25 oz box lemon cake mix (plus ingredients per package)
- 8 oz cream cheese (softened)
- 10 oz vanilla melting wafers
- ¾ cup yellow candy melts
Instructions
- Preheat oven and prepare the lemon cake mix according to package directions. Bake until golden brown.
- Once cooled, crumble the cake into a mixing bowl and blend in softened cream cheese using an electric mixer until smooth.
- Form small balls from the mixture and place them on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Refrigerate for at least an hour.
- Melt vanilla melting wafers with yellow candy melts until smooth.
- Dip each chilled cake ball into the melted coating, allowing excess to drip off before placing back on parchment.
- Let set at room temperature or refrigerate before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 167
- Sugar: 13g
- Sodium: 206mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 21g
- Fiber: 0.2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 24mg
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