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Cake Bites Recipe

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4.8 from 65 reviews
  • Author: Mariam
  • Total Time: 1 hour 25 minutes
  • Yield: About 24 cake bites 1x

Description

Delightfully colorful and sweet, these Cake Bites combine the richness of white chocolate and sweetened condensed milk with the fun texture and flavor of Funfetti cake mix and sprinkles. Coated in a smooth vanilla-flavored candy melt, these bite-sized treats are perfect for dessert platters, parties, or anytime you crave a nostalgic, festive snack.

Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 14 ounce can sweetened condensed milk
  • 12 ounce bag white chocolate chips
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 cup Funfetti cake mix (heat treated)
  • 1/4 cup sprinkles (jimmies preferred)

Coating

  • 15 ounces vanilla flavored melting wafers
  • Additional sprinkles for decorating

Instructions

  1. Heat treat cake mix: Spread the Funfetti cake mix on a baking sheet and heat treat it by baking at 300°F for about 5 minutes to kill any bacteria in the mix since it’s not baked in this recipe.
  2. Prepare baking dish: Line a square baking dish with parchment paper and coat it with non-stick cooking spray to prevent sticking.
  3. Melt butter: In a large pan over medium-high heat, melt the 2 tablespoons of butter, spreading it evenly over the pan’s bottom.
  4. Add white chocolate and condensed milk: Evenly sprinkle the white chocolate chips over the melted butter, then pour the sweetened condensed milk over the chips. Allow a few minutes for the chips to soften, then stir often until completely melted and smooth.
  5. Add vanilla extract: Reduce heat to medium-low, stir in 1 teaspoon vanilla extract thoroughly.
  6. Mix in cake mix: Add the heat-treated Funfetti cake mix and stir well to combine.
  7. Add sprinkles: Fold in the 1/4 cup of sprinkles and stir until evenly distributed. Remove the pan from heat.
  8. Transfer to dish: Pour the mixture into the prepared lined baking dish, tapping gently on a firm, flat surface to level the mixture evenly.
  9. Chill: Refrigerate for at least 1 hour or until firm. Once set, cut into squares and keep chilled until dipping.
  10. Coat with melting wafers: Melt the vanilla flavored melting wafers according to package instructions. Dip each square into the melted coating, shaking off excess chocolate.
  11. Decorate: Immediately after dipping, decorate the coated bites with additional sprinkles. Allow coating to set before serving.
  12. Serve and enjoy: These colorful cake bites are best served chilled and can be stored in the refrigerator.

Notes

  • Heat treating the cake mix is important to eliminate any potential bacteria since it’s used without baking.
  • You can substitute sprinkles with other small candies for decoration if desired.
  • If you don’t have vanilla flavored melting wafers, white chocolate melts or candy melts can be used as alternatives.
  • Store cake bites in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 5 days.
  • Allow the coating to fully harden at room temperature or in the fridge before stacking or packaging.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: American

Keywords: cake bites, funfetti cake bites, white chocolate, sweetened condensed milk, candy coated treats, colorful desserts, party snacks

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