German Chocolate Cake Balls are a tasty German chocolate dessert that will win over a crowd whether you are making these for a birthday bash, holiday event, or a weekend treat. Learn how to make this cake truffles recipe.
I have an easy German chocolate cake pops recipe that you all will love. I made a homemade German chocolate frosting recipe that makes these cake pops stand out. These bite-sized treats are a game changer and will quickly become your favorite dessert.
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I am a massive fan of the flavors of German chocolate, including coconut flavors, nuts, a creamy base, and tender and light cake. I am a sucker for cake mix recipes, from easy cake mix cookies to dressing up desserts in a big way. Also, try my sugar cookie cake pops, a no-bake treat.
Whether you call these cake balls or German chocolate cake truffles, you will have a dessert that gets rave reviews. Grab those lollipop sticks and your German chocolate cake mix, and let’s get started on these German chocolate truffles.
Why Make These Cake Pops…
- The cake pop recipe uses cake mix, so the ingredient list is short.
- It is easy to make and offers a gorgeous presentation value.
- This sweet treat is served in bite-sized pieces. For a cake pop-style treat, you can also add it to a lollipop stick.
- Homemade German chocolate cake frosting recipe that takes these little ball bites to a new level of yum.
- Great to serve up for kids and adults for birthday parties, holiday events, or a mid-week treat.
Ingredients Needed
- Cake Mix + Ingredients on Box– I used a German chocolate cake mix, but you can use your favorite box of cake mix if you prefer.
- Sweetened Condensed Milk—This thick and sweet mixture will make the frosting for this cake ball recipe a hit.
- Butter – Unsalted or salted butter works for this recipe.
- Eggs – Large eggs that are at room temperature work best.
- Coconut – Shredded coconut is the stand-out flavor of the German chocolate frosting.
- Pecans—For the crunch of the German chocolate recipe, opt for unsalted chopped pecans.
- Vanilla – A splash of vanilla will brighten up the frosting.
- Semi-Sweet Chocolate Chips – You can use dark, semi-sweet, or even milk chocolate. I prefer semi-sweet for a more traditional flavor.
- Crisco – This will help the chocolate set up and harden.
How to Make
Step 1: Bake your cake as directed on the box. Mix, pour, and bake.
Step 2: In a saucepan on the stove, you will work on making the homemade coconut pecan frosting. Add butter, condensed milk, and egg yolks, stir, and cook until it thickens.
Make sure to stir the mixture to prevent burning constantly.
Step 3: Once thickened, remove from heat and toss in the vanilla, pecans, and coconut. Allow the frosting to cool for 30 minutes.
Step 4: When the cake has cooled, you will crumble it all up. Then, take the crumbled cake and mix in the frosting you made. Once mixed well, roll into small balls and place on parchment paper.
Step 5: Mix up your chocolate coating as directed and dip each ball in it. Top with coconut and pecans, and let the chocolate set.
Is It Easy To Make Coconut Pecan Frosting
Yes, the German chocolate frosting is easy. You do cook coconut pecan frosting on the stove to give it that creamy authentic German chocolate frosting. Then you mix the cake and frosting together to form that cake ball consistency you need to form the balls.
What Type of Chocolate Do You Use To Dip Cake Pops In
For some recipes, you will see almond bark used. For this recipe, I went ahead and did semi-sweet chocolate. You can use whatever you prefer, I just find the semi-sweet chocolate really added a nice flavor to the pops.
Depending on how large or small you make your cake balls will depend. I was able to get 48 cake balls in this recipe. I layed them out on wax paper or you can use parchment paper after you dip them.
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How Do You Get Even Looking Cake Pops
I use a cookie scoop. I find this is the best way to get that consistency in size. You can buy all different sizes of cookie scoops to fit your needs.
Storing
Store your cake bites in an airtight container in the fridge for up to a week. They can also be stored at room temperature for around two days, but refrigerating will extend their life.
You can also freeze any of the German cake bites. Freeze for 2-3 months in a freezer-friendly container or airtight plastic bag. Then thaw in the fridge or eat straight from the freezer.
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German Chocolate Cake Balls Recipe
Ingredients
Cake
- 1 box cake mix
- Plus Ingredients on Box
Coconut-Pecan Frosting
- 14 ounce can sweeten condensed milk
- ½ cup unsalted butter melted
- 3 egg yolks
- 1 ½ cup coconut
- 1 cup pecans chopped
- 2 teaspoons vanilla
Chocolate Coating
- 4 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips melted
- ½ tablespoon of Crisco
- 1 cup coconut unsweetened
- 1 cup pecans chopped
Instructions
- Start by preheating the oven to 350 degrees. Prepare your cake mix as directed on the back of the box. Mix and pour into a 9×13 pan and bake, and allow to cool.
- While the cake is baking you will grab a small saucepan and add in your butter, condensed milk, and egg yolks. Mix on medium heat until the mixture thickens. Make sure to stir continuously. This takes around 5-10 minutes.
- Once the frosting is thickened, remove it from heat, pour in the vanilla, coconut, and pecans. Stir and then allow it to cool for 30 minutes.
- Next, you will take your cooled cake and crumble it up. Then fold in the cooled German chocolate frosting. Mix well until combined.
- Use a cookie scoop, and make round balls, and place on a lined baking sheet. Freeze your cake balls for 30 minutes to harden up.
- Then in a small bowl, You will add your chocolate, Crisco, and heat in the microwave for 20-second increments until the mixture is melted.
- Take a stick and place one cake ball on the stick and dip it into the melted chocolate. Top with pieces of coconut and pecans if you want, and sit on a baking sheet to cool and harden up.
- Once set, these German chocolate cake balls can be served up as a delicious bite-size dessert.
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Comments & Reviews
Lisa Joy Thompson says
I love german chocolate cake and these cake balls look absolutely delicious! I’ll have to try making them with my kiddos. I bet they’d thoroughly enjoy making this recipe!
Maureen Fitzgerald says
These look absolutely delicious. I don’t know why I’ve never gotten more adventurous with my cake pop flavors.
Annemarie LeBlanc says
Bookmarked this recipe. I will print it later and add it to my recipe collection. I am make these cake pops on the weekend. They look so mouth watering I can’t want to taste them!
Heather says
This recipe looks so good! I can’t wait to give this a try!
Kelsey says
I can’t wait to make this dessert! These look delicious and I love eating cake pops.
Celebrate Woman Today says
This is a keeper recipe. I love its bite size and a pretty much easy way to make this recipe happen for parties and get-togethers.
krystal says
I do love German chocolate cake but never thought to have it in a cake ball! Looks so good!
Kathy says
Those look really good. I love making cake balls. I’ve never tried these kind before yet though. Looking forward to giving them a try.
Catalina says
These cake balls look so delicious. I love chocolate so much!
Ruth I. says
I will be trying this recipe for sure. This looks so good! Yum!
Jennifer says
My husband would LOVE these!