To make cake pops, follow these general steps:
- Bake the Cake
Prepare your favorite cake recipe or use a boxed cake mix. Bake it in an 8-inch or 9x13-inch pan according to the recipe or package instructions. Let the cake cool completely
- Crumble the Cake
Once cooled, crumble the cake into fine crumbs using your hands or a fork. Place the crumbs in a large bowl
- Mix with Frosting
Add frosting to the cake crumbs and mix until the mixture resembles wet sand and holds together when squeezed. Start with about 3/4 of the frosting and add more if needed, but avoid adding too much to prevent mushy cake pops
- Form Cake Balls
Scoop out the mixture (about 1 tablespoon or using a cookie scoop) and roll into 1-inch balls. Place the balls on a lined baking sheet or plate
- Chill the Cake Balls
Refrigerate the cake balls for at least 2 to 4 hours or freeze for 30 minutes to firm them up. This helps the cake balls stay on the sticks and makes dipping easier
- Insert Sticks
Melt candy melts or chocolate according to package instructions. Dip the tip of each lollipop stick into the melted chocolate, then insert it halfway into a cake ball. This acts as glue to secure the stick
- Dip and Decorate
Dip each cake ball into the melted chocolate or candy coating, covering it completely. Gently tap off excess coating. Decorate with sprinkles or other toppings before the coating sets
- Set and Store
Place the dipped cake pops upright in a styrofoam block or a box to let the coating harden. Store the finished cake pops in the refrigerator for up to a week or at room temperature for a few days
This method creates soft, sweet cake pops that are easy to make and decorate for any occasion
. Summary of key ingredients and tools:
- Cake (homemade or boxed mix)
- Frosting (buttercream or store-bought)
- Candy melts or chocolate for coating
- Lollipop sticks
- Baking sheet and parchment paper
- Styrofoam block or container for drying
This approach is adaptable and widely used for delicious homemade cake pops
