St. Patty's Day Mud Balls by NESQUIK®, featuring chocolate balls made with NESQUIK chocolate milk, served on a white plate.

St. Patty's Day Mud Balls

Official NESQUIK®
St. Patty's Day Mud Balls
Recipe Info - Skill Level
Level
Easy
Recipe Info - Prep Time
Prep 
20 min
Recipe Info - Cook Time
Cook 
35 min
Recipe Info - Serving Size
Servings
48 mud balls, 1 inch each

Who said playing in the “mud” wasn't a good idea? Made from a combination of chocolate cake, chocolate milk and frosting, these St. Patty's Day Mud Ball delights are dipped in colorful candy sprinkles and shamrocks for added luck - a festive twist kids will love.

St. Patty's Day Mud Balls are the perfect treat to celebrate the luck of the Irish in a fun and tasty way. Crafted with the indulgent richness of chocolate cake and the creamy goodness of NESTLÉ NESQUIK Refrigerated Ready-to-Drink Chocolate Milk, these delightful mud balls are sure to be a hit. The chocolate cake provides a moist and decadent base, while the NESQUIK® chocolate milk adds an extra layer of smooth, chocolatey flavor.

Adding to the festivity, the mud balls are generously covered in vibrant candy sprinkles and topped with shamrock decorations, making them an eye-catching addition to any St. Patrick's Day celebration. Perfectly suited for kids and adults alike, these easy-to-make, nut-free treats require only basic kitchen skills to assemble, making them an ideal choice for anyone looking to whip up a quick and delightful dessert.

Whether you're hosting a party or simply looking to indulge in a holiday-themed snack, these St. Patty's Day Mud Balls from Official NESQUIK® are an excellent choice. This recipe blends fun and flavor effortlessly, ensuring that everyone enjoys a touch of luck with every bite.

Ingredients

Key Ingredients

A yellow bottle with a brown cap featuring a brown silhouette of the Nesquik bunny’s head.

Chocolate Lowfat Milk 14 fl. oz. Bottle

(14 fl. oz. Bottle)

Make It

Step 1

Preheat oven to 350° F. Spray 13 x 9-inch baking pan with nonstick cooking spray. Line baking sheets with wax paper.

Step 2

Combine cake mix, 1 1/2 cups Nesquik, oil and eggs in large mixer bowl; stir until moistened. Beat on medium speed for 2 minutes or whisk by hand for 2 minutes. Pour into prepared baking pan.

Step 3

Bake for 35 minutes or until wooden pick inserted in cake comes out clean. Cool completely in pan on wire rack. Frost cake. Now for the fun part, drag fork across cake so that the cake is crumbly. Pour remaining 1/2 cup Nesquik over cake and stir well to form a cakey “dough.”

Step 4

Scoop “dough” into 1-inch balls using ice cream scoop; place on prepared baking sheets. Refrigerate for 1 hour. Roll dough into firm balls (use plastic gloves, if desired), then dip tops (or roll entire ball) into candy sprinkles. Place in foil or paper mini-size baking cups. Refrigerate until ready to serve (will hold 1 day). Serve cold.

Ingredients