Embrace the joy of baking with this exciting Cake Pop recipe! Perfectly balanced with chocolate cake, fruit ganache, and candy melts, these Cake Pops are sure to be the star of any gathering. This recipe offers creativity, fun, and indulgence all in one bite-sized treat. Keep reading to discover how you can bring these delightful Cake Pops to life!
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Ingredients
- Chocolate Cake
- Butter
- Sugar
- Egg
- Strong Coffee
- Milk
- Cocoa Powder
- Flour
- Baking Soda
- Baking Powder
- Salt
- Fruit Ganache
- Candy Melts
See recipe card for quantities.
Instructions
Cake Batter
Combine ingredients for a smooth and homogeneous batter.
Baking the Cake
Grease, pour batter into a pan, and bake until done.
Cake Pop Mix
Crumble the cake and mix with ganache until smooth.
Forming the Cake Pops
Shape the dough into balls, add a strawberry if desired, and refrigerate.
Dipping and Decorating
Melt candy, dip cake pops, and decorate with various toppings.
Enjoying
Serve the beautifully decorated cake pops.
Hint:The consistency of the candy melts is crucial in this recipe. It should be warm but not too hot. If it appears too thick, add a bit of coconut oil until it reaches the right fluidity. This ensures smooth dipping and an appealing finish for the Cake Pops.
Substitutions
- For a dairy-free version, substitute milk with almond or coconut milk.
Variations
- Experiment with different flavors of ganache or candy melts.
- Add nuts or other fruits inside the your cake mix for additional textures and flavors.
Equipment
- An 8-inch springform pan works best for baking the cake.
- Use Styrofoam or a similar structure to hold the cake pops upright while decorating.
- If lacking certain equipment, adapt with standard baking and refrigerating tools.
Storage
Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Top tip
Ensure that the cake is completely cool before crumbling and mixing with ganache. This prevents the mixture from becoming too mushy, retaining the perfect texture for forming the cake pops.
FAQ
Yes, you can experiment with different cake and candy flavors.
In an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Yes, you can freeze them for up to a month.
Yes, white chocolate can be a substitute for candy melts.
You can use a similar-sized baking pan but adjust the baking time.
Yes, by using dairy-free milk alternatives.
You can use a colander, box with holes, or create a makeshift stand.
Absolutely! They can add interesting textures and flavors.
Warm them properly and adjust with coconut oil to reach the desired fluidity.
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Indulge in homemade Cake Pops with this easy and fun recipe, perfect for any celebration!
- Total Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
- Yield: 15 Cake Pops 1x
Ingredients
2 ½ cups (300g) Flour
1 ¼ tsp (5.5g) Baking Powder
¾ tsp (4.5g) Salt
60g Butter
150g Sugar
1x Egg
60ml Strong Coffee
60ml Milk
25g Cocoa Powder
100g Flour
½ tsp Baking Soda
⅛ tsp Baking Powder
450g Chocolate Cake
150g Fruit Ganache
Candy Melts
Instructions
Cake Batter
- Cream the butter and sugar together
- Add in the egg and mix again
- In a bowl, mix the cocoa powder, flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt
- In another bowl, mix the coffee and milk
- Alternate the dry ingredients and the wet ingredients, adding them to the butter mix
- Mix until the batter is homogeneous
Baking The Cake
- Grease and line with parchment paper an 8-inch springform pan
- Pour the batter into the mold
- Preheat the oven to 350°F and bake for 25-30 minutes
- Let it sit for 5-10 minutes
- Unmold on a cooling tray
- Let it cool down completely
Cake Pop Mix
- In a bowl, crumble the cake
- Add in the ganache
- Mix until it gets smooth and homogeneous
Forming the Cake Pops
- Form 30g balls of dough and place them on a baking sheet
- If you feel fancy, you can put a strawberry piece inside the ball of dough
- Freeze the ball for about 15 minutes
- Melt a little bit of your candy melt
- Dip the tip of the stick inside the melts and place the ball on the stick
- Refrigerate 15 minutes
Dipping and Decorating
- Melt your favorite color candy melt
- The melts need to be warm and not too hot
- If it looks a little bit too thick, add a bit of coconut oil
- Then, take your first cake pop and dip it into the candy melts
- Let the excess drip a little and place them stick down into Styrofoam
- If you decorate with candies, decorate before the melts set
- If you want to decorate with candy melts design, let the base coat set
- Dip all your cake pops and decorate as you like
Enjoy
- Enjoy your delicious Cake Pops!
- Prep Time: 45 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Food safety
- Ensure all utensils and equipment are clean.
- Use fresh ingredients, especially the egg.
- Avoid over-handling the cake pops, especially when inserting the sticks.
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