Name: Red Velvet Cake Balls Dipped in White Chocolate Recipe
Prep time: 25 min
Cook time: 35 min
Total time: 1 h
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 1 ¼ cups all-purpose flour; ¾ cup granulated sugar; 2 tbsp cocoa powder; ½ tsp baking soda; ¼ tsp salt; ½ cup buttermilk; ½ cup vegetable oil; 1 large egg; 1 tsp vanilla extract; 1 tsp vinegar; 1 tbsp red food coloring; 4 oz cream cheese (softened); 2 tbsp butter (softened); 1 cup powdered sugar; ½ tsp vanilla extract; 12 oz white chocolate chips or candy melts; 1 tbsp coconut oil (optional); Sprinkles or glitter (optional)

Ingredients

1 ¼ cups all-purpose flour

¾ cup granulated sugar

2 tbsp cocoa powder

½ tsp baking soda

¼ tsp salt

½ cup buttermilk

½ cup vegetable oil

1 large egg

1 tsp vanilla extract

1 tsp vinegar

1 tbsp red food coloring

4 oz cream cheese (softened)

2 tbsp butter (softened)

1 cup powdered sugar

½ tsp vanilla extract

12 oz white chocolate chips or candy melts

1 tbsp coconut oil (optional)

Sprinkles or glitter (optional)

Instructions

Step 1: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). In one bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt. In another bowl, combine the buttermilk, vegetable oil, egg, vanilla extract, vinegar, and red food coloring. Mix the wet ingredients into the dry until just combined.

Step 2: Pour the batter into a greased or lined baking pan and bake for 30–35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Allow the cake to cool completely.

Step 3: Meanwhile, prepare the frosting by beating together the softened cream cheese, butter, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth and creamy.

Step 4: Crumble the cooled cake into fine crumbs in a large bowl. Add the cream cheese frosting and mix until a dough-like consistency forms. Scoop out portions and roll them into 1-inch balls. Place the balls on a baking sheet and chill for at least 1 hour.

Step 5: Melt the white chocolate chips with coconut oil (if using) in a microwave-safe bowl in 30-second intervals, stirring in between until smooth. Dip the tip of a lollipop stick into the melted chocolate, then insert it halfway into each chilled cake ball. Chill again for 15 minutes to set.

Step 6: Dip each cake pop fully into the melted white chocolate, allowing excess to drip off. Decorate immediately with sprinkles or edible glitter if desired. Let the cake balls set completely at room temperature or in the fridge before serving.

Tips & Variations

For a smoother coating, add a small amount of coconut oil to the white chocolate when melting.

Use cream cheese frosting for authentic flavor, or substitute with buttercream for a different sweetness level.

Try adding a pinch of cinnamon or espresso powder to the cake batter for a flavor twist.

If you don’t have lollipop sticks, use sturdy toothpicks or serve the cake balls without sticks as truffles.

FAQs

Can I use regular milk instead of buttermilk?

Yes, you can substitute buttermilk by mixing ½ cup milk with 1 teaspoon vinegar or lemon juice. Let it sit for 5 minutes before using to mimic the acidity of buttermilk.

What if I don’t have red food coloring?

Red food coloring is key for the classic red velvet color, but you can experiment with natural alternatives like beet juice. Keep in mind the color may be less vibrant.