Valentine’s Cake Pops
Delightful bite-sized cake pops coated in colorful candy melts, perfect for celebrating love on Valentine's Day or any festive occasion.
Ingrédients
For the Cake Base
- 1 box cake mix (any flavor you prefer)
- as required pieces Eggs (as required by cake mix)
- as required cup Oil (as required by cake mix)
- as required cup Water (as required by cake mix)
For the Coating and Decoration
- 1 cup frosting (store-bought or homemade)
- 2 cups candy melts (red, pink, white)
- 20 pieces lollipop sticks
- Sprinkles (optional for decoration) Choose various colors for decoration
Instructions
Preparation
- Gather all your ingredients and tools—cake mix, eggs, oil, water, frosting, candy melts, lollipop sticks, and any decorations you want.
- Preheat your oven as directed on the cake mix box.
- Combine the cake mix with the eggs, oil, and water. Mix until smooth and pour the batter into a greased baking pan. Bake according to the package instructions until a toothpick comes out clean. Allow the cake to cool completely before proceeding.
Crumbling and Mixing
- Once the cake has cooled, crumble it into a large bowl using your hands until it breaks easily into fine crumbs.
- Pour the cup of frosting over the crumbled cake and mix until well combined. The mixture should be moist but not overly wet.
Forming and Freezing
- Roll the mixture into small balls, about one inch in diameter, and place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Poke lollipop sticks into the center of each cake ball, going in about halfway, and freeze for about 30 minutes.
Dipping and Decorating
- Melt candy melts according to package instructions in a microwave or double boiler.
- Remove the cake pops from the freezer and dip each into the melted candy, ensuring they’re fully coated. Allow excess candy to drip off.
- Before the coating sets, decorate with sprinkles.
Setting and Serving
- Allow the cake pops to set completely at room temperature or in the fridge.
- Serve and enjoy!
Notes
For storage, keep in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week, or freeze for up to three months. Tips include avoiding overmixing and ensuring the cake is fully cooled to maintain shape.