Strawberry Cake Pops Recipe

Why Make This Recipe

Strawberry cake pops are fun, delicious treats that are perfect for any occasion. Whether you want to surprise someone special or celebrate with friends, these cake pops are a delightful choice. They’re easy to make and can be customized with different colors and sprinkles. Plus, they’re the perfect size for snacking!

How to Make Strawberry Cake Pops

Ingredients:

• 1 package strawberry cake mix
• 1 cup water
• 1/2 cup vegetable oil or canola oil
• 3 large eggs
• 2 tablespoons canned white, vanilla, or cream cheese frosting
• 20 ounces vanilla melting chocolate or almond bark
• Pink or red food coloring gel (for half of the cake pops)
• Valentine’s Day sprinkles

Directions:

1. Preheat your oven and prepare the cake mix according to package instructions by combining the strawberry cake mix, water, oil, and eggs.
2. Pour the batter into a 9×13-inch baking pan and bake as directed on the package.
3. Remove the cake from the oven and allow it to cool completely to ensure it is easy to crumble and handle.
4. Using a fork, crumble the entire cooled cake into fine crumbs in a large mixing bowl.
5. Add 2 tablespoons of frosting to the cake crumbs. Mix thoroughly using your hands or an electric mixer until the crumbs hold together and form a ball. Add a little more frosting if needed for proper consistency.
6. Roll the dough into 1-inch balls and place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
7. Melt a small amount of almond bark or melting chocolate in the microwave. Dip the tip of each cake pop stick into the melted chocolate and then insert it into each cake ball. Refrigerate the pops for 1 hour to firm up.
8. Melt the remaining almond bark in the microwave and divide it into two separate bowls. Add pink or red food coloring gel to one bowl and stir until the desired shade is achieved.
9. Dip each cake pop into the melted chocolate to completely coat it. Scrape off excess chocolate on the side of the bowl. Repeat for all cake pops. Place them upright in a holder or foam base to allow the coating to harden.
10. Quickly sprinkle Valentine’s Day sprinkles onto the cake pops before the chocolate hardens. Allow the coating to fully set, then chill the cake pops until ready to serve.

How to Serve Strawberry Cake Pops

Serve the strawberry cake pops on a nice platter or stand. They look great at parties or as a sweet treat after dinner. You can also package them in cute bags for gifts or party favors.

How to Store Strawberry Cake Pops

Store any leftover cake pops in an airtight container in the refrigerator. They can last up to a week. For longer storage, you can freeze them. Just make sure to place them in a freezer-safe container.

Tips to Make Strawberry Cake Pops

• Make sure the cake is completely cool before crumbling it. This helps with the rolling process.
• If the cake pop mixture is too dry, add a bit more frosting until you reach the right consistency.
• Use different colors of food coloring to match your celebration theme or to create a fun look.

Variation

You can switch up the flavor by using different cake mixes, like vanilla or chocolate. You can also experiment with different types of melting chocolate or decorations.

FAQs

1. Can I use homemade cake instead of cake mix?
Yes, homemade cake works well too! Just make sure it’s completely cooled before crumbling.

2. How do I know when the chocolate coating is set?
The chocolate will harden and become firm to the touch. You can check by gently touching the coating.

3. Can I use different sprinkles?
Absolutely! You can use any type of sprinkles or toppings you like to make your cake pops unique and festive.

Strawberry Cake Pops

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Fun and delicious strawberry cake pops perfect for any occasion, customizable with different colors and sprinkles.

• Author: penny
• Prep Time: 30 minutes
• Cook Time: 30 minutes
• Total Time: 60 minutes
• Yield: 24 servings 1x
• Category: Dessert
• Method: Baking
• Cuisine: American
• Diet: Vegetarian

Ingredients

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• 1 package strawberry cake mix
• 1 cup water
• 1/2 cup vegetable oil or canola oil
• 3 large eggs
• 2 tablespoons canned white, vanilla, or cream cheese frosting
• 20 ounces vanilla melting chocolate or almond bark
• Pink or red food coloring gel
• Valentine’s Day sprinkles

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Instructions

1. Preheat your oven and prepare the cake mix according to package instructions by combining the strawberry cake mix, water, oil, and eggs.
2. Pour the batter into a 9×13-inch baking pan and bake as directed on the package.
3. Remove the cake from the oven and allow it to cool completely.
4. Crumble the cooled cake into fine crumbs in a large mixing bowl.
5. Add 2 tablespoons of frosting to the cake crumbs and mix until the crumbs hold together and form a ball.
6. Roll the dough into 1-inch balls and place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
7. Melt some almond bark or melting chocolate in the microwave, dip the tip of each cake pop stick into it, and insert it into each cake ball. Refrigerate for 1 hour.
8. Melt the remaining almond bark, divide it into two bowls, and color one portion with pink or red food coloring.
9. Dip each cake pop into the melted chocolate to coat completely, then scrape off excess. Place them upright to harden.
10. Quickly sprinkle with Valentine’s Day sprinkles before the chocolate hardens. Chill until ready to serve.

Notes

Store leftover cake pops in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to a week. They can also be frozen.

Nutrition

• Serving Size: 1 cake pop
• Calories: 150
• Sugar: 12g
• Sodium: 180mg
• Fat: 6g
• Saturated Fat: 3g
• Unsaturated Fat: 2g
• Trans Fat: 0g
• Carbohydrates: 20g
• Fiber: 0g
• Protein: 2g
• Cholesterol: 20mg