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Cake Pops

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Bite-sized rounds of tender vanilla cake coated in smooth candy melts and topped with cheerful sprinkles. Perfect for celebrations or fun baking with kids.

Ingredients

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  • 1 and 2/3 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 large egg
  • 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
  • 1 cup whole milk (or buttermilk)
  • 7 tablespoons unsalted butter (for frosting), softened
  • 1 and 3/4 cups confectioners’ sugar (for frosting)
  • 2–3 teaspoons heavy cream or whole milk (for frosting)
  • 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract (for frosting)
  • 24 ounces candy melts (or white chocolate bars, for coating)
  • Sprinkles (for decoration)

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (177°C) and grease a 9-inch springform pan.
  2. In a bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt until well combined.
  3. In a large bowl, cream the softened butter and granulated sugar for about 3 minutes until light and fluffy.
  4. Add the egg and vanilla extract to the butter mixture and mix until fully incorporated.
  5. Gradually add the dry ingredients and whole milk in alternating batches, mixing on low speed until just combined.
  6. Pour the batter into the prepared pan and bake for 30 to 36 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
  7. Allow the cake to cool completely.
  8. For frosting, beat the softened butter until creamy, then add the confectioners’ sugar, heavy cream, and vanilla extract. Mix until fluffy.
  9. Crumble the cooled cake into the frosting and mix until well combined.
  10. Roll the mixture into 1-inch balls and refrigerate for 2 hours.
  11. Melt the candy melts in the microwave, stirring until smooth.
  12. Dip the end of each lollipop stick into the melted coating and insert halfway into a cake ball.
  13. Coat each cake ball with the melted chocolate and tap off excess. Decorate with sprinkles.
  14. Place cake pops upright to harden.
  15. Store cake pops upright in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 1 week.

Notes

Let the cake cool completely before crumbling to avoid a gummy texture. For best results, refrigerate before serving.

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Keywords: cake pops, dessert, sweet treats, party food, vanilla cake

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