Goodness Gracious, Great Balls of....Cake?

Along with the cupcake takeover of the dessert section, Austin has seen a cake ball revolution. These are delicious little bite-sized bits of heaven. So after becoming completely addicted to these beauties I had to figure out how to make my own. So simple, the only thing is it takes a little time but is so worth it! The best part about these is they make so many that they are perfect for a party or to take to the office (if you love your co-workers enough to share!) but if you want to save them, the freeze well and can be easily used at a later date.

Dr. Pepper Cake Balls

1 warm, freshly baked Dr. Pepper cake
1 (16 ounce) container prepared chocolate frosting
2 (8 ounce) Packages Chocolate bark (chocolate flavored confectioners coating)

Instructions
1. Prepare the cake mix according to package directions using any of the recommended pan sizes. When cake is done, crumble while warm into a large bowl, and stir in the frosting until well blended.
2. Use a melon baller or small scoop to form balls of the chocolate cake mixture. Chill balls in freezer for 30 minutes.

3. Melt chocolate coating in a glass bowl in the microwave, or in a metal bowl over a pan of simmering water, stirring occasionally until smooth. Dip the balls in chocolate using a toothpick or fork to hold them. Place on waxed paper to set.

You could very easily substitute homemade frosting for the prepared but there already enough time investment here in my opinion :) I also took the still wet cake balls and dipped some in various other goodies, coconut for some, chopped pecans for others, anything goes so have fun!