German Chocolate Cake Balls
Treat yourself to the rich, indulgent flavors of these German Chocolate Cake Balls. This recipe brings together the classic elements of German chocolate cake—moist chocolate cake, creamy chocolate buttercream, toasted coconut, and crunchy pecans—into bite-sized delights. Each cake ball is surrounded by a layer of toasted coconut dough, dipped in smooth chocolate coating, and rolled in a mixture of toasted coconut and finely chopped pecans for the perfect finish. These cake balls are not only delicious but also a fun and creative way to enjoy a beloved dessert.
Follow along as we create these delectable German Chocolate Cake Balls together! We’ll guide you through mixing, rolling, dipping, and coating each cake ball to perfection. Gather your ingredients and join us in making these irresistible treats!
Ingredients
- 1 German Chocolate Cake Mix, prepared as directed
- 1tbsp - 1.5 cup Chocolate Buttercream Icing, as needed
- 1 pound Toasted Coconut Dough
- 1.25 pound Cocoa Lite Candy Coating, melted
- 1 cup Pecans, finely chopped
- 1 cup Toasted Coconut
Instructions
1. Combine pecans and toasted coconut in shallow container and set aside.
2. Make cake ball “dough” with cake and icing.
3. Roll Toasted Coconut dough into 1” balls. Surround each ball with the cake ball dough.
4. Place in freezer 15 minutes.
5. Dip in melted cocoa lite and immediately roll in mixture of pecans and coconut.
6. Allow to set up.
