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Making Delightful Cake Pops for After-School Fun!
Prep Time: 30 minutes
Bake Time: 25 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour
Introduction
What is better than a sweet treat awaiting the kids once they return from school? Nothing. These delightful cake pops are sure to bring a cheery surprise and would be the perfect way to celebrate a day full of learning and fun!
Why Make This Recipe
Who doesn’t love a good sweet treat? These delightful cake pops are not just cute but also incredibly delicious. The fun part is that you can involve the kids in the decoration process, thus transforming a simple snacking time into a hands-on, creative activity.
How to Make Cake Pops Delight
Ingredients:
1 box of cake mix (any flavor)
Ingredients needed for the cake mix (eggs, oil, and water)
1/2 cup frosting (store-bought or homemade)
16 oz candy melts (variety of colors)
Sprinkles for decoration
24 lollipop sticks
Directions:
1. Bake the cake as per the instructions on the box and allow it to cool completely.
2. When cooled, crumble the cake into a large bowl.
3. Mix in the frosting until the cake mixture is moist and sticks together.
4. Make small balls from the mixture, and place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
5. Freeze the balls for 15-20 minutes for firming up.
6. Melt the candy in line with the instructions on its package.
7. Dip the tip of each lollipop stick into the melted candy, then insert it halfway into a cake ball.
8. Dip each cake pop into the candy melts, letting any excess drip off. When the coating is still wet, decorate with sprinkles.
9. Finally, place cake pops upright in a Styrofoam block to set.
How To Serve Cake Pops Delight
Once the cake pops are set, serve them on a fun platter or individually wrapped. Place them in a cake pop stand to create an after-school snack that’s not just scrumptious but also visually appealing!
How To Store Cake Pops Delight
Store cake pops in a covered container at room temperature. They will remain fresh for up to a week. In the refrigerator, they can last for up to two weeks.
Tips To Make Cake Pops Delight
For the perfect cake pops, make sure the cake is fully cooled before you begin. Use enough frosting to make the cake crumble stick together without being overly moist.
Variation
To mix things up, you can layer different colored candy melts or sprinkle some nuts or crushed candies for added texture.
FAQs
1. What other decorations can I use on the cake pops?
You can use nearly anything that sticks to the candy melt. Think beyond sprinkles to crushed cookies, nuts, edible glitter, or royal icing patterns.
2. What if I don’t have lollipop sticks?
In case you’re out of lollipop sticks, pretzel sticks make for a great alternative.
3. Can I freeze the cake pops for later?
Yes, cake pops freeze well. Just make sure they’re in a sealed container to avoid absorbing other freezer odors.