Cake Pops Recipe
Cake pops, those delightful bite-sized treats on sticks, have taken the dessert world by storm. Originating from the United States in the early 2000s, cake pops have become a favorite at parties, weddings, and dessert tables everywhere.
Equipment
- Mixing bowl
- Baking sheet
- Parchment paper
- Lollipop sticks
- Double boiler or microwave for melting chocolate
Ingredients
- 1 box of cake mix (any flavor)
- 1 can of frosting (any flavor)
- Candy melts or chocolate chips
- Lollipop sticks
- Sprinkles or other decorations
Instructions
- Bake the cake according to the instructions on the box.
- Allow the cake to cool completely, then crumble it into fine crumbs in a large bowl.
- Add frosting to the cake crumbs and mix until well combined and the mixture holds together.
- Roll the mixture into small balls and place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Insert a lollipop stick into each cake ball, then freeze them for about 15 minutes to firm up.
- Melt the candy melts or chocolate chips according to the package instructions.
- Dip each cake pop into the melted chocolate, allowing any excess to drip off.
- Decorate with sprinkles or other decorations while the chocolate is still wet.
- Place the decorated cake pops back onto the parchment-lined baking sheet and allow them to set completely.
- Serve and enjoy!