Get ready to transform an ordinary cake into a stunning, irresistible treat that will have everyone begging for your secret! Cakeball pops are the ultimate party dessert that combines the rich, moist goodness of cake with a professional-looking presentation that's surprisingly easy to create. Whether you're hosting a birthday, wedding, or just want to impress your friends and family, these bite-sized delights are about to become your new go-to dessert weapon.
Prep Time: 25 mins
Cook Time: 20 mins
Total Time: 45 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 30 cakeball pops
Ingredients
- 1 box cake mix (any flavor)
- 1 can frosting (any flavor)
- 1 package (12 oz) chocolate coating or candy melts
- Sprinkles or crushed nuts for decoration
- 30 lollipop sticks
Instructions
- Bake the cake according to box mix instructions in a 9x13 inch pan. Allow cake to cool completely at room temperature for approximately 1 hour.
- Crumble the cooled cake into a large mixing bowl, ensuring no large chunks remain. Use your hands or a fork to break the cake into fine, even crumbs.
- Add frosting gradually to the cake crumbs, starting with 3/4 of the can. Mix thoroughly until the mixture becomes a moldable, dough-like consistency that holds together when pressed.
- Using a small cookie scoop or tablespoon, portion out cake mixture and roll into uniform 1-inch balls. Place balls on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Chill the cake balls in the refrigerator for 15-20 minutes to firm them up, which prevents cracking during dipping.
- Melt chocolate coating or candy melts in a microwave-safe bowl, heating in 30-second intervals and stirring between each interval until smooth and fully melted.
- Dip the tip of each lollipop stick into the melted chocolate, then insert halfway into a chilled cake ball. This helps secure the stick.
- Carefully dip each cake ball into the melted chocolate, gently tapping off excess. Rotate and twirl to ensure even coating.
- Immediately decorate with sprinkles or crushed nuts before the chocolate sets. Place decorated cake pops upright in a styrofoam block to dry.
- Allow cake ball pops to set completely at room temperature for 15-20 minutes before serving or packaging.
Tips
- Temperature is Key: Ensure your cake is completely cooled before crumbling to prevent a mushy texture.
- Frosting Consistency Matters: Add frosting gradually. You want a moldable dough, not a wet mixture. Start with 3/4 of the can and adjust as needed.
- Chill for Success: Refrigerating cake balls before dipping prevents cracking and makes the coating process smoother.
- Chocolate Melting Hack: Use 30-second microwave intervals and stir between each to prevent burning.
- Decorating Pro Tip: Work quickly when adding sprinkles or nuts, as the chocolate sets fast.
- Storage Wisdom: Store cake pops in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days, or refrigerate for a week.
- Stick Stability: Dip the stick in chocolate before inserting into the cake ball for extra hold.
- Experiment with Flavors: Mix and match cake and frosting flavors to create unique combinations!
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 137kcal
Carbohydrates: g
Protein: g
Fat: g
Saturated Fat: g
Cholesterol: 0mg
