Elevate your celebrations with these exquisite Strawberries & Champagne Cake Balls! A delightful fusion of fruity sweetness and sophisticated sparkle, these cake balls are the ultimate treat for New Year’s Eve, Valentine’s Day, Bridal Showers, and countless other special moments. Easy to make and impossible to resist, they promise to be the star of your dessert table.

Sparkling Strawberries & Champagne Cake Balls: Your Ultimate Festive Dessert

Prepare to dazzle your guests and delight your taste buds with these sensational Strawberries & Champagne Cake Balls. More than just a dessert, they are bite-sized celebrations, perfect for adding a touch of glamour and joy to any event. Whether you’re ringing in the New Year, celebrating love on Valentine’s Day, or honoring a bride-to-be, these champagne-infused treats offer an unforgettable experience.

Every year, I love crafting a unique, festive dessert to share with you, and while cupcakes often steal the spotlight (like our beloved White Chocolate Raspberry Champagne Cupcakes), this year, we’re embracing the charm and elegance of cake balls. These aren’t just any cake balls; they are a vibrant celebration in miniature, tasting remarkably like your favorite childhood fruity cereal, but with an adult twist of effervescent champagne.

Embracing the Timeless Appeal of Cake Balls

Some might wonder if cake balls are a dessert of the past, but I firmly believe that anything this delicious is always in style! These particular Champagne Cake Balls transcend trends with their irresistible flavor profile. Imagine the playful sweetness of fruity pebbles, perfectly balanced with the sophisticated notes of real champagne and the creamy richness of white chocolate. It’s a combination that evokes nostalgia while simultaneously offering a luxurious indulgence. The sweetness is undeniable, a harmonious blend of strawberry cake, sweet frosting, and a luscious white chocolate shell, all coming together in a symphony of flavors.

While the total preparation time might seem daunting at first glance, don’t let the 5-hour estimate deter you. The vast majority of this time – approximately 4.5 hours – is dedicated to inactive chilling, freezing, and hardening. Your active involvement in the kitchen is surprisingly minimal, focusing on the fun parts: baking the cake, crumbling and mixing, rolling the perfect spheres, dipping them in decadent chocolate, and then, the most exciting part, “painting” them!

The Glamorous Touch: Edible Gold Paint

To truly elevate these cake balls from delicious treats to show-stopping desserts, we introduce a touch of edible glamour. We’ll be using Wilton gold pearl dust, mixed with a hint of lemon extract, to create a stunning edible gold paint. This allows you to brush each cake ball with a shimmering metallic finish, transforming them into miniature works of art. The “painting” process is not only simple but incredibly enjoyable, adding a personalized and sophisticated touch to every piece. Imagine the sparkle as your guests pick up these golden-dusted delights!

This recipe yields a generous amount of cake balls, making it ideal for large gatherings and parties. Their elegant appearance and unique flavor make them perfect for a wide array of celebrations beyond just New Year’s Eve and Valentine’s Day. Think bridal showers, baby showers, engagement parties, anniversaries, sophisticated dinner parties, or even a fun girls’ night in. The possibilities are truly endless when you have a dessert this versatile and appealing.

Tips for Perfect Cake Balls Every Time

Creating flawless cake balls is simpler than you might think with a few key tips:

• Cake Consistency: Ensure your cake is completely cooled before crumbling. This helps achieve the right texture when mixed with frosting.
• The Right Mix: Don’t overmix the cake crumbles and frosting. Mix just until combined and pliable enough to roll into balls.
• Chilling is Crucial: The prolonged chilling times are essential. Cold cake balls hold their shape better and are easier to dip in chocolate. Don’t rush this step!
• Smooth Dipping: Adding a bit of vegetable oil to your melted white chocolate helps thin it slightly, making for a smoother, more even coating. Work quickly when dipping, and use a fork to gently tap off excess chocolate.
• Creative Decorating: While the gold dust adds an amazing touch, feel free to experiment! Add sprinkles before the chocolate hardens, drizzle with contrasting colored chocolate, or even a different edible glitter.

More Festive New Year’s Eve Recipes:

• Champagne Punch
• Strawberry Champagne Punch
• Champagne Cupcakes
• Champagne Mojito
• Champagne Cake Dip

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Strawberries & Champagne Cake Balls

Average Rating: 4.88 out of 5 stars (from 33 votes)

Author: Rebecca Hubbell

Course: Dessert | Cuisine: American

Prep Time: 5 hours | Cook Time: 35 minutes | Total Time: 5 hours 35 minutes

Servings: 50-60 cake balls

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These Strawberries & Champagne Cake Balls are perfect for a New Year’s Eve party, Valentine’s Day, Bridal Showers and so much more! They make an easy dessert that tastes like fruity pebbles!

Ingredients

Cake:

• 1 box strawberry cake mix
• 1 ¼ cups champagne
• 1/3 cup vegetable oil
• 3 large eggs
• 16 ounces white cake frosting

Chocolate Shell:

• 24 ounces white chocolate melting wafers or chocolate chips
• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
• 1/2 tsp Wilton gold pearl dust
• 1/2 tsp lemon extract
• You may also need a paint brush

Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 350°F. Spray a 9×13-inch baking pan with nonstick cooking spray. Set aside.
2. In a large bowl or stand mixer fitted with a whisk attachment, beat cake mix, champagne, oil, and eggs at medium speed until smooth. Pour batter into prepared pan.
3. Bake according to package directions or about 30 to 35 minutes until a toothpick comes out clean. Remove from oven and allow the cake to cool completely, then slice into squares.
4. Crumble the cooled cake squares into a large bowl or stand mixer bowl with your hands. Add the white cake frosting to the cake crumbles and mix with a whisk attachment on a stand mixer or a hand mixer until evenly combined and the mixture forms a cohesive dough.
5. Cover the bowl and place the cake mixture in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours or preferably overnight. This chilling step is crucial for easy rolling.
6. Line a baking tray with wax paper. Form small round balls by rolling a rounded tablespoon of the mixture between your palms. Place the finished balls on the prepared wax paper-lined baking sheet. Once all balls are formed, place the baking tray back in the refrigerator for 1 to 2 hours to firm up.
7. Melt the white chocolate in a microwave-safe bowl in 30-second intervals, stirring thoroughly between each interval, until completely smooth. Stir in the 2 tablespoons of vegetable oil to thin the chocolate slightly for easier dipping.
8. Remove the chilled cake balls from the fridge. Drop balls one at a time into the melted chocolate. Use a fork to carefully scoop them out, gently tapping off any excess chocolate on the rim of the bowl before transferring them back to the wax-lined baking sheet. Let them harden completely at room temperature or in the refrigerator.
9. For the glamorous finish, mix the pearl dust and lemon extract in a tiny prep bowl to create an edible gold paint. Get creative and have fun painting the cake balls. Some can be fully painted, others with a simple brush stroke, or even just dusted with the pearl dust for a subtle shimmer. If adding sprinkles, do so immediately after dipping, before the chocolate coating hardens, to ensure they stick.

Notes

• This recipe was updated on 12/29/16 to incorporate suggestions from a reader and cake ball expert, Colleen, for easier dipping. The original recipe did not include vegetable oil and recommended freezing the balls instead of refrigerating them.
• Recipe adapted from The Seasoned Mom.
• Non-alcoholic version: For a family-friendly or alcohol-free option, simply replace the champagne with an equal amount of water or skim milk.

Nutrition Information (per serving, estimated for 50-60 servings)

Calories: 171 kcal | Carbohydrates: 21g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 9g | Saturated Fat: 5g | Cholesterol: 13mg | Sodium: 91mg | Potassium: 51mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 18g | Vitamin A: 18IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 45mg | Iron: 1mg