Description
Chocolate Cake Pops – Decadent chocolate cake transformed into bite-sized treats, perfect for any occasion. Irresistible, easy to make, and sure to delight!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 box (15.25 oz/432g) chocolate cake mix
- 3 large eggs, at room temperature
- ½ cup (120ml) vegetable oil
- 1 cup (240ml) water
- ⅓ cup (75g) chocolate frosting (store-bought or homemade)
- 16 oz (450g) high-quality chocolate melting wafers (dark, milk, or white)
- 2 tablespoons (30g) shortening or coconut oil (helps thin the chocolate)
- 30–35 lollipop sticks
- Sprinkles, chopped nuts, or other decorations (optional)
Instructions
- Step 1: Bake the Cake Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare a 9×13-inch baking pan with nonstick spray. Combine the chocolate cake mix, eggs, oil, and water in a large bowl. Mix on medium speed for about 2 minutes until well combined. Pour the batter into your prepared pan and bake for 28-32 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out with a few moist crumbs. Allow the cake to cool completely in the pan on a wire rack (about 1-2 hours).
- Step 2: Create the Cake Mixture Once cooled, transfer the cake to a large bowl and break it up into fine crumbs using your fingers or a fork. No need for perfection here – this is actually fun! Add ¼ cup of the chocolate frosting initially and mix thoroughly with a spatula or your hands (clean hands work best). Gradually add more frosting, a tablespoon at a time, until the mixture holds together when squeezed but isn’t overly sticky or wet.
- Step 3: Form the Cake Balls Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Using a 1½-inch cookie scoop or tablespoon, portion out the cake mixture and roll between your palms to form smooth balls. For consistent results, aim for each ball to be about 1.5 inches in diameter – this should yield approximately 30-35 cake balls. Place the balls on your prepared baking sheet and freeze for at least 2 hours or overnight.
- Step 4: Prepare for Dipping About 15 minutes before you’re ready to dip, remove half the cake balls from the freezer (keeping the rest frozen until needed). Melt your chocolate in a microwave-safe bowl in 30-second intervals, stirring between each until smooth. Add the shortening or coconut oil and stir until incorporated – this helps achieve the perfect dipping consistency. Transfer the melted chocolate to a deep, narrow container for easier dipping.
- Step 5: Dip and Decorate Dip the tip of a lollipop stick about ½ inch into the melted chocolate, then insert it halfway into a cake ball. This helps anchor the cake pop to the stick. Allow it to set for a moment, then dip the entire cake ball into the chocolate, ensuring complete coverage. Gently tap your wrist to remove excess coating, then immediately add sprinkles or decorations before the chocolate sets. Stand your cake pops upright in a styrofoam block or cake pop stand to dry completely, which takes about 1 hour.
Notes
Fresh ingredients will always yield the best flavor results.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cake pop
- Calories: 180 calories
- Sugar: 15 grams
- Sodium: 120 mg
- Fat: 10 grams
- Saturated Fat: 5 grams
- Unsaturated Fat: 4 grams
- Trans Fat: 0 grams
- Carbohydrates: 20 grams
- Fiber: 1 gram
- Protein: 2 grams
- Cholesterol: 20 mg