Best 4 Not Your Average Cake Pops Recipes

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In the world of sweet treats, cake pops stand out as delightful bite-sized indulgences. These delectable morsels are not your average cake pops; they are culinary masterpieces that elevate the classic cake pop experience. Whether you're a seasoned baker or a novice in the kitchen, this article will guide you through the process of creating extraordinary cake pops that will tantalize your taste buds and leave your friends and family in awe. With a variety of unique recipes and expert tips, you'll discover the secrets to crafting cake pops that are not just visually appealing but also burst with flavor in every bite.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

FUDGY CAKE POPS



Fudgy Cake Pops image

Provided by Anne Burrell

Categories     dessert

Time 2h

Yield 12 pops

Number Of Ingredients 22

Nonstick cooking spray, for greasing
2 cups all-purpose flour
1/2 cup cocoa powder
2 teaspoons baking powder
Pinch kosher salt
1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
1 1/2 sticks (12 tablespoons) unsalted butter, at room temperature
3 large eggs
3/4 cup sour cream
1/2 cup milk
1 1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract
One 8-ounce package cream cheese, at room temperature
1 cup powdered sugar
1 stick (8 tablespoons) unsalted butter, at room temperature
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/2 lemon, juiced
1 pound dark chocolate chips
1 pound white chocolate chips
1/4 cup small candy eyes
1 small bottle red food coloring
1/2 cup small black nonpareils
1/2 cup small orange nonpareils

Steps:

  • For the cake: Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Line a quarter sheet tray with parchment paper and spray with nonstick cooking spray.
  • Combine the flour, cocoa powder, baking powder and salt in a large bowl. Reserve.
  • Combine the granulated sugar and butter in the bowl of a stand mixer fitted with the paddle attachment. Beat until light and fluffy. Turn the mixer off and scrape down the sides of the bowl.
  • Beat in the eggs one at a time. Slowly add the sour cream, milk and vanilla. Scrape down the sides of the bowl as needed. With the mixer on medium speed, gradually mix in the flour mixture.
  • Spread the batter onto the sheet tray and bake, rotating the pan halfway through, until a toothpick inserted into the middle of the cake comes out clean, about 20 minutes. Let cool completely on a wire rack.
  • For the cream cheese frosting: Beat together the cream cheese, powdered sugar, butter, vanilla and lemon juice in a stand mixer or with a hand mixer until light and fluffy. Set aside.
  • Place the cake into a food processor and pulse to crumble. Transfer to a bowl, then add 2 cups of the frosting and stir to combine. Take some of the cake and frosting mixture and roll into a ball, roughly the size of a golf ball. Insert a candy stick into the center. Place onto a parchment-lined sheet tray. Repeat with remaining cake and frosting mixture, to make about 12 pops. Place into the freezer to chill for 15 to 20 minutes.
  • For the decorating: Set up 2 double boilers with a glass bowl fit over the top of each. Add the dark chocolate to one bowl, and the white chocolate to the other. Gently melt the dark and white chocolate over the double boilers, stirring frequently to ensure the chocolate is not burning on the bottom of the bowls.
  • For the white chocolate eyeball cake pops: Dip half of the chilled cake pops into the white chocolate, rotating to make sure they are fully coated. Allow any excess chocolate to drip off. Place right-side up into a piece of Styrofoam and stick one candy eye into the center of the cake pop. Repeat with remaining cake pops, transfer to the fridge to chill for 10 minutes.
  • Scoop 1/2 cup frosting into a small bowl and add 2 drops red food coloring. Mix to combine, then transfer into a pastry bag. Cut a very small amount off the tip, then pipe squiggly lines coming out from the candy eyes to resemble red veins.
  • For the chocolate-dipped cake pops: Take the other half of the cake pops and dip into the dark chocolate, making sure to fully coat the cake and allowing any excess to drip off. Roll immediately in the black and orange nonpareils. Place right-side up into a piece of Styrofoam, then into the fridge to chill.

DELICIOUS VANILLA CAKE POPS RECIPE BY TASTY



Delicious Vanilla Cake Pops Recipe by Tasty image

Here's what you need: vanilla box cake mix, white frosting, melting chocolate, sprinkles

Provided by Hadley Halverson

Categories     Bakery Goods

Yield 19 servings

Number Of Ingredients 4

1 vanilla box cake mix
4 tablespoons white frosting
12 oz melting chocolate
sprinkles, optional

Steps:

  • Prepare cake according to package directions. Once baked, let cool for 40 minutes.
  • Crumble cooked cake with hands, add frosting, and mix well. Once combined, roll mixture into golf ball-sized spheres and place on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
  • Melt a couple ounces of melting chocolate in the microwave or on the stove with medium heat. Then, dip the tips of cake pop sticks or skewers into the melted chocolate and place into the cake pops (making sure not to stick the skewers all the way through).
  • Place the cake pops into the refrigerator for 15 minutes or until the balls and chocolate harden.
  • Melt the rest of the chocolate and dip the cake pops into chocolate. Add sprinkles if preferred.
  • Again, let the cake pops harden in the refrigerator for around 40 minutes until set well.
  • Serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 196 calories, Carbohydrate 30 grams, Fat 7 grams, Fiber 0 grams, Protein 1 gram, Sugar 20 grams

EASIEST CAKE POPS EVER



Easiest Cake Pops Ever image

Iced sugar cookies and cream cheese are mixed together and formed into easy, no-bake cake pops! Kids will love to help with this fun recipe. Perfect for birthdays or holidays.

Provided by NicoleMcmom

Categories     Cake Pop Recipes

Time 45m

Yield 24

Number Of Ingredients 5

2 (13.5 ounce) packages soft, frosted sugar cookies (such as Lofthouse®)
1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese, softened
2 (8 ounce) packages white candy melts
24 lollipop sticks
1 tablespoon multicolored candy sprinkles, or to taste

Steps:

  • Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  • Combine cookies and cream cheese in the bowl of a stand mixer and mix until well blended.
  • Form mixture into twenty four 1 1/2-inch balls. Place on the prepared baking sheet and secure a lollipop stick in each one. Chill in the refrigerator for 10 minutes.
  • While the cake pops are chilling, place candy melts in the top of a double boiler over simmering water. Stir frequently, scraping down the sides with a rubber spatula to avoid scorching, until melted, 3 to 5 minutes.
  • Remove cake pops from the refrigerator. Dip each one in the melted candy coating, allowing any excess to drip off. Return to the lined baking sheet and sprinkle immediately with sprinkles. Let sit until coating has completely set, about 10 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 289.4 calories, Carbohydrate 33.5 g, Cholesterol 30.5 mg, Fat 16.2 g, Fiber 0.3 g, Protein 3.5 g, SaturatedFat 7.5 g, Sodium 158.6 mg

NOT YOUR AVERAGE CHOCOLATE CAKE



Not Your Average Chocolate Cake image

If you love chocolate cake you have to try this one. You'll be converted forever. This chocolate cake is made with chocolate pudding mix, but it's not a pudding! The recipe was passed on to me by one of my clients. I thought I made a great chocolate cake until I tried this one, now it's the only one we will use and it's just sooo very easy to make, so light to taste, so chocolatey and stays fresh for ages. I also use this recipe to make cupcakes for the kids lunches. It's a sure winner for all. Hope you enjoy.

Provided by tummyyummies

Categories     Dessert

Time 40m

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 5

470 g chocolate cake mix
100 g instant chocolate pudding mix
3/4 cup oil
3/4 cup water
3 eggs

Steps:

  • Set oven to 190oC-200oC.
  • Grease and flour 9in cake pan or two smaller loaf pans.
  • Mix all ingredients in a bowl until thoroughly mixed then pour into your pan.
  • Bake until cake starts to pull away from the sides. Should be about 1/2 hr depending on which pan you use.
  • Invert cake onto wire rack cooler.
  • When cold, ice with your favourite frosting.
  • I cheat and buy ready made frosting. Thank you Betty Crocker.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 675.7, Fat 42.3, SaturatedFat 7, Cholesterol 105.8, Sodium 920, Carbohydrate 72, Fiber 2.5, Sugar 38.8, Protein 8.2

Tips:

  • Use a variety of cake flavors and colors. This will make your cake pops more visually appealing and give your guests a variety of options to choose from.
  • Don't be afraid to experiment with different coatings. You can use melted chocolate, candy melts, sprinkles, chopped nuts, or even crushed cookies.
  • Get creative with your decorating. You can use edible markers, food coloring, or even small candies to add fun designs to your cake pops.
  • Make sure your cake pops are cold before dipping them in the coating. This will help the coating to set more quickly and smoothly.
  • Store your cake pops in the refrigerator or freezer. They will last for up to 2 weeks in the refrigerator or up to 3 months in the freezer.

Conclusion:

Cake pops are a delicious and versatile treat that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. With a little creativity, you can create cake pops that are as unique and special as you are. So next time you're looking for a fun and easy dessert to make, give cake pops a try!

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