Holiday Eggnog Cake Balls with Chocolate Coating – My Home Made Recipe

Let me share my favorite holiday party trick these irresistible Eggnog Cake Balls! I started making these little bites of heaven when I needed something special for a Christmas party. Now they’re the most requested treat in my holiday baking lineup. Think rich eggnog cake wrapped in silky chocolate with just a touch of sea salt pure magic!

What Makes These Special

Think of these as fancy cake truffles that capture all the cozy flavors of your favorite holiday drink. We take tender cake mix it with frosting roll it into perfect little bites then dip them in chocolate. They look so fancy but between us they’re actually super easy to make!

Grab These Ingredients

  • Pound Cake Mix: This makes the perfect rich base.
  • Eggnog: The real deal makes all the difference!
  • Butter: Let it soften on the counter first.
  • Eggs: For that perfect cake texture.
  • Rum: Optional but so good! Use extract if you prefer.
  • Nutmeg: Fresh grated if you can get it.
  • Frosting: Good old vanilla works best here.
  • Candy Melts: These make dipping a breeze.
  • Sea Salt: Just a pinch makes the flavors pop.

Let’s Make Magic

Cake Time
Mix up your cake and get it in the oven at 350°F. Your kitchen’s about to smell amazing! Let it cool completely no cheating.
Get Rolling
Crumble that cake into fine crumbs then mix in just enough frosting until it holds together when you squeeze it. This is my favorite part!
Shape The Fun
Roll into cute little balls about an inch wide. Pop them in the fridge to firm up overnight is best but a few hours works too.
Dip and Decorate
Dip each ball in melted candy coating let the extra drip off then add a tiny sprinkle of sea salt while they’re still wet.
The Waiting Game
Pop them back in the fridge for about 30 minutes until they’re set and shiny.

My Best Tips

Don’t skip chilling the balls before dipping they’ll hold their shape better. Can’t find candy melts? Mix chocolate chips with a little coconut oil works like a charm. And always add that sea salt while the chocolate’s still wet or it won’t stick!

Keep Them Fresh

Planning ahead? You can freeze the naked cake balls for up to six weeks! Once they’re coated they’ll stay perfect at room temp for four days in the fridge for two weeks or pop them in the freezer for up to six weeks if they last that long!

A close-up of chocolate-covered cream balls with a sugar-sprinkled exterior, one of which is cut in half to reveal a creamy filling.


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A close-up of chocolate-covered cream balls with a sugar-sprinkled exterior, one of which is cut in half to reveal a creamy filling. | myhomemaderecipe.com

Mix It Up

Sometimes I use cream cheese frosting for extra tang. Try different chocolate coatings white chocolate looks so festive! Want to make them extra special? Add holiday sprinkles crushed cookies or even edible glitter instead of salt.

Frequently Asked Questions

→ Can I make these ahead?

Yes, chill overnight for best results.

→ Why not use all the frosting?

Too much makes balls too moist to hold shape.

→ Can I skip the rum?

Yes, use rum extract or omit entirely.

→ How should I store them?

Keep refrigerated in airtight container.

→ Why add sea salt?

Enhances flavor and adds texture contrast.

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