Description
Easter Cake Pops are a delightful way to celebrate spring with a bite-sized treat that’s as beautiful as it is delicious. These colorful cake pops feature a soft vanilla cake center, a creamy frosting blend, and a smooth chocolate coating decorated in pastel hues. Perfect for Easter baskets, dessert tables, or gifting, these cake pops bring festive charm and irresistible flavor to your holiday celebrations.
Ingredients
For the Cake Pops:
- 1 box vanilla cake mix
- Ingredients as per cake mix instructions (typically eggs, oil, and water)
- 1 cup vanilla frosting
For the Coating:
- 12 ounces white chocolate or candy melts
- Assorted food coloring
For Decoration:
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- Sprinkles, decorative sugars, or edible glitter
- Lollipop sticks
Instructions
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Bake the Cake:
- Prepare the vanilla cake according to the package instructions and allow it to cool completely.
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Crumble and Mix:
- In a large bowl, crumble the cake into fine crumbs.
- Add the vanilla frosting and mix until the texture is smooth and moldable.
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Shape the Cake Pops:
- Roll the mixture into small balls and place them on a lined baking sheet.
- Insert a lollipop stick into each cake ball.
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Chill:
- Refrigerate for about 2 hours to help the cake pops firm up.
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Prepare the Coating:
- Melt the white chocolate or candy melts in a microwave-safe bowl, stirring until smooth.
- Divide into smaller bowls and mix with food coloring to create pastel shades.
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Dip and Decorate:
- Dip each cake pop into the melted chocolate, allowing excess to drip off.
- Add sprinkles or edible glitter while the coating is still wet.
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Set and Serve:
- Place the cake pops upright in a stand or styrofoam block and allow them to set before serving.
Notes
- Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
- Use candy melts instead of chocolate chips for a smoother coating.
- For a chocolatey twist, swap vanilla cake for chocolate or funfetti cake mix.
- Cake pops can be frozen for up to 2 months for future use.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Dipping
- Cuisine: American