Displaying Cake Balls At Your Wedding: Creative Ideas

Cake balls are a fun and creative alternative to a traditional wedding cake. They can be made in advance and transported to the venue, although it's worth noting that they can be tricky to transport if you're travelling down bumpy country roads! You can use toothpicks to secure the cake balls to the cake and add a few extra as a topper to give it a finished look. You can also add flowers on top and in between the cake balls for a gorgeous effect.

How to make cake balls

To make cake balls for a wedding, first prepare your cake mix according to the package directions. You can use a stand mixer with a paddle attachment to combine the cake mix, water, eggs, and oil. Then, bake the cake in a 9”x13” pan and let it cool completely. Once the cake is cooled, crumble it into fine crumbs using your hands or a mixer.

Next, you'll need to make your cake dough. Stir in frosting, cream cheese, and cocoa powder until the mixture is moist and sticks together easily. If the dough seems dry, add additional frosting, one tablespoon at a time, until you reach the desired consistency.

Now it's time to shape your cake balls! Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or wax paper. Using a cookie scoop or your hands, scoop and roll the cake mixture into balls. Place the balls on the prepared baking sheet and chill them in the refrigerator or freezer for about 15-60 minutes to firm up.

Finally, it's time to dip your cake balls! Melt your coating of choice, such as white chocolate, almond bark, or candy melts, in a double boiler or microwave. Dip each cake ball into the melted coating, using a fork or a lollipop stick for ease. Tap off any excess coating and set the cake balls aside to harden. You can also add decorations like swirls or sprinkles at this stage.

Once your cake balls are ready, you can display them at your wedding in various ways. You can simply arrange them on a tray or baking sheet, or get creative by using toothpicks to assemble a cake ball wedding cake. You can also add flowers or other decorations to enhance the presentation.

How to transport cake balls

Transporting cake balls for a wedding can be a tricky task, but there are several ways to ensure they arrive safely and securely. Firstly, it is important to consider the temperature. Refrigerating or freezing the cake balls overnight can help to prevent oil leaks during transportation, which could ruin the appearance of your treats. It is also a good idea to crank up the air conditioning in your car, especially for hot weather and long drives, to keep the cake balls cool.

When it comes to packaging, there are several options to choose from. You can use disposable drink carriers, which typically have two compartments with a barrier in between. Simply wrap the cake balls in plastic containers that fit the drink compartments, and adjust them in place to prevent spillage or breakage. Alternatively, you can use a department store gift box or an old shipping box that will accommodate the circumference of your plate or tray. Pad the area surrounding the plate with tissue paper, paper towels, or clean kitchen towels to prevent the plate from moving around in the box.

For extra protection, you can place a sheet of bubble wrap into a large plastic bag and lay it flat on your table. Smooth out any creases or wrinkles with your fingers, and then place your wrapped cake balls inside. This will help to protect them from breaking or cracking.

Finally, it is always a good idea to pack a cake emergency kit, just in case. This could include extra buttercream, icing spatulas, piping bags and tips, sprinkles, flowers, and any other decorations you used. That way, if any of the cake balls do get damaged during transport, you can easily fix them.

How to decorate cake balls with chocolate

To decorate cake balls with chocolate, you can use a fork or a toothpick to dip the balls into the melted chocolate. Tap the stick or toothpick gently on the side of the pan or bowl to allow excess chocolate to drip off, then place the cake ball on a wax- or parchment-paper-lined tray or baking sheet. If you want to add sprinkles or other decorations, do this before the chocolate hardens. If you want to add more chocolate, wait for the first coat to dry, then drizzle on the additional melted chocolate. You can also use different colours of chocolate to coat the cake balls, and add decorations like sprinkles, mini chocolate chips, or melted candy melts.

To make the chocolate coating, melt the chocolate in a glass bowl in the microwave or in a metal bowl over a pan of simmering water, stirring occasionally until smooth. If you are using a microwave, melt the chocolate for 5-10 seconds at a time, stirring each time, or until it reaches 42°C (107°F). If your chocolate coating is too thick, stir in a teaspoon of vegetable oil, coconut oil, or canola oil to loosen it up and microwave for another 15 seconds.

How to display cake balls on a cake

If you're looking to display cake balls on a cake, there are a few things to keep in mind. Firstly, you'll need to make sure the cake balls are secure and won't roll off the cake. One way to do this is to use toothpicks, as mentioned in a blog post by Rosebakes.com, where the baker says they "felt really secure on the cake". You could also use sticks, as recommended by Tablespoon.com, which can be dipped in melted chocolate and pushed into the cake balls before placing them on the cake.

Another thing to consider is the presentation of the cake balls. You might want to arrange them in a particular pattern or design, or even use them to create a topper for the cake, as suggested by Rosebakes.com. Flowers can also be added to the cake to fill in any gaps between the cake balls and add a touch of elegance.

It's also important to think about the logistics of transporting the cake and cake balls to the venue. If you're travelling a long distance or on bumpy roads, it might be best to transport the cake balls separately and assemble them on the cake once you arrive. This will help to avoid any potential disasters!

Finally, don't forget to chill the cake balls before dipping them in chocolate or almond bark, as this will help them to set and stay in place on the cake.

How to make cake balls into cake pops

Cake balls can be displayed at a wedding in a variety of ways. One option is to create a cake ball wedding cake. This involves using toothpicks to attach the cake balls to a cake dummy or a real cake. Flowers can be added on top and randomly placed between the cake balls for a gorgeous effect. Another option is to display the cake balls on a tray or baking sheet, either on their own or with other treats.

To make cake balls into cake pops, start by baking a 9"x13" cake. Crumble the cake and mix it with frosting. Shape the mixture into balls using your hands or a cake pop former. The cake balls can be as big or as small as you like, but they should be a little bigger than the size of the press if using a cake pop former. Place the cake balls on a lined baking sheet and refrigerate for 2 hours or freeze for 1 hour to set the shape.

Next, melt the chocolate or candy melts in a 2-cup liquid measuring cup or tall drinking glass. Dip the tip of a lollipop stick in the melted chocolate and insert it about halfway into a cake ball. Dip the cake ball into the chocolate, making sure to cover the base where the stick and cake ball meet. Gently tap on the side of the cup to let the excess coating drip off.

Finally, place the cake pop upright in a styrofoam block and allow it to set. Repeat this process for all of the cake balls.

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