Easy Valentine’s Day Cake Pops
Delightful and customizable, these cake pops are a sweet treat perfect for any celebration, bringing joy and creativity to your Valentine's Day.
Ingrédients
Cake Base
- 1 box cake mix (any flavor of your choice)
- 1 cup frosting (store-bought or homemade)
Coating and Decoration
- 1 package candy melts (for coating your pops)
- to taste sprinkles (optional, for decoration)
Assembly
- as needed lollipop sticks (for assembly)
Instructions
Preparation
- Gather all your ingredients in one place and preheat your oven according to the instructions on the cake mix box.
Baking
- Follow the instructions on the cake mix to prepare the batter. Bake it in a preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Once baked, allow the cake to cool completely.
Crumble and Mix
- Crumble the cooled cake into a large mixing bowl. Mix in the frosting thoroughly until the mixture can hold together when rolled into balls.
Forming Balls
- Scoop out tablespoon-sized portions of the mixture and roll them into smooth balls. Place on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper, spaced apart.
Chilling
- Refrigerate the rolled cake balls for about an hour to help them hold their shape.
Coating
- Melt the candy melts according to the package instructions. Dip one end of a lollipop stick into the melted candy and insert it into the center of each cake ball.
- Dip each cake ball into the melted candy, ensuring even coating. Let excess candy drip off.
- While the coating is still wet, add sprinkles on top for decoration.
Notes
Store the cake pops in an airtight container. Uncoated cake balls can last up to a week at room temperature, while coated pops should be refrigerated for up to two weeks. For dietary adjustments, use gluten-free cake mixes and dairy-free frosting options.