How to make cake pops

How to make cake pops

Making cake pops involves a few steps, but the result is a delightful and portable treat that's perfect for parties or just as a fun dessert. Here's a step-by-step guide to making cake pops:

 Ingredients:

 1 box cake mix (flavor of your choice)
- Ingredients required by cake mix (usually eggs, oil, water)
- 1 can of frosting (16 oz), flavor that complements your cake
- Candy melts or chocolate chips (for coating)
- Lollipop sticks
- Sprinkles or decorations (optional)

Equipment:

- Baking sheet
- Parchment paper
- Mixing bowls
- Electric mixer or mixing spoon
- Spoon or cookie scoop
- Styrofoam block or cake pop stand (for drying)

 Instructions:

1. **Bake the Cake:**
   - Prepare the cake mix according to the package instructions.
   - Bake the cake in a 9x13 inch pan according to package directions.

   - cooled completely

What is the secret to smooth cake pops?

Place the tray into the freezer for 10 minutes, or fridge for 30 minutes, and then do a second roll. This will help the cake balls become really nice and smooth/round. Once rolled for the second time, place the cake balls back into the freezer for a further 30 minutes, or into the fridge for 1 hour and 30 minutes

Why do cake pops crack?

Cracked Cake Pops? Here's The Mistake You're Making

If the cake is too cold and the icing is too warm when it is coated, the shell will crack from the difference in temperature. We know hot objects typically expand while cold objects shrink in size, so it makes sense that the spherical treat could split once it's settled and cooled down.