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Delicious Donut Ball Recipe: Cake Pops Made from Donuts

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Ready to whip up delicious donut balls with this simple donut ball recipe? You’re in the right place—this quick and tasty treat is perfect for busy families, little bakers, or anyone craving a bite of sweet, homemade goodness.

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Whether we’re baking with our kiddos or sneaking in a cozy kitchen moment ourselves, we’ve got you covered. Today, we’re sharing one of our all-time favorite no-fuss recipes that’s just as fun to make as it is to eat!

This post is all about the easiest, yummiest simple donut ball recipe ever!

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Pairs Perfectly with National Donut Day

Have you ever had a ton of donuts just lying around your house? No? Well, when we measure our kids for National Donut Day, we end up with lots of stale donuts. What do we do with them?

A toddler and a baby stand beside tall stacks of donuts. The toddler holds a sign reading "I am 27 donuts" and eats one, while the baby has a sign saying "I am 15 donuts" with an adult's hand supporting the baby. Both are dressed in cute outfits.

Two young children stand smiling while holding signs. The older child’s sign reads, “I am 30 donuts,” and the younger child’s sign reads, “I am 20 donuts.” Large stacks of donuts are beside each child, depicting their respective ages in donuts.

We don’t want to throw them away. So we thought, what if you could transform those already stale glazed donuts into a delightful treat?

Enter donut balls – bite-sized cake pops made from donuts. These are perfect for parties, gatherings, or just a sweet indulgence. Follow this simple recipe and enjoy!

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Easy Peasy Donut Balls

Ingredients

6 Glazed Donuts
About 1 Tbsp. Frosting (adjust as needed)
Candy Melts

Instructions

1. Prepare the Donuts

First, rip your glazed donuts into a few pieces.

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2. Process the Donuts

Next, add the pieces of donut to a food processor and pulse until the texture is fine and no big chunks remain.

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3. Mix in Frosting

Pour the processed donut mixture into a bowl. Then, mix in the frosting. Start with about a tablespoon and adjust as needed. The amount of frosting will depend on the dryness of your donuts and the amount of glaze. You want the mixture to be able to form a ball without crumbling but not be too wet.

4. Form the Donut Ball

Roll the donut mixture into 1-inch balls.

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5. Freeze the Donut Balls

Place the balls in the freezer for 30 minutes.

6. Melt the Chocolate

Melt your candy melts according to the package instructions.

Candy Melts

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Melting Pot

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Cake Pop Sticks

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7. Dip the Donut Ball in Chocolate

Using a spoon, dip each ball into the melted chocolate and place them onto parchment paper to dry. Add sprinkles if desired for a festive touch.

8. Enjoy!

Once the chocolate is dry, your donut balls are ready to eat. Enjoy!

Three glazed donuts and six red, sprinkle-topped cake balls are arranged on a wooden surface.

Final Thoughts

These donut balls are incredibly versatile – you can customize them with different types of donuts, various frosting flavors, and a variety of coatings and toppings. They’re fun to make and even more fun to eat. Give this recipe a try and let us know what you think!

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