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Halloween Cake Pops

These Halloween cake pops are handheld treats made by combining cake crumbs with frosting to form a dough, then shaping them into balls. They are dipped in melted chocolate, decorated with sprinkles or glitter, and inserted onto sticks for a fun, festive presentation. The final result is a glossy, colorful, bite-sized confection perfect for parties and celebrations.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 12
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Halloween
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups cake crumbs crushed sponge cake or cookies
  • 0.5 cup frosting store-bought or homemade, enough to bind the crumbs
  • 8 oz chocolate dark, milk, or white, melted
  • mini candies, flavored syrups, or jam surprise fillings optional, for inside the cake pops
  • sprinkles, edible glitter, tiny candies decorations for decorating the coated pops
  • 12 sticks cake pop sticks wooden or paper sticks

Equipment

  • Microwave or double boiler
  • Spoons or piping bag
  • Cake pop sticks
  • Parchment paper
  • Cooling rack

Method
 

  1. Place the cake crumbs in a large bowl and stir in the frosting until the mixture is moist, crumbly but holds together when pressed.
  2. Use your hands or a scoop to shape the mixture into small, uniform balls, about 1 inch in diameter, and place them on a parchment-lined tray.
  3. Refrigerate the balls for about 15-20 minutes until they are firm and chilled, which helps them hold their shape during dipping.
  4. Meanwhile, melt the chocolate in a microwave in short bursts, stirring between each until smooth and glossy, or use a double boiler for gentle melting.
  5. Insert a cake pop stick into each chilled ball at a slight angle, then dip the tip into the melted chocolate to seal it in place.
  6. Gently dip each cake ball into the melted chocolate, swirling or tapping off excess, then place on a parchment-lined tray or cooling rack.
  7. While the chocolate is still wet, decorate the pops with sprinkles, edible glitter, or tiny candies for a festive, spooky look.
  8. Allow the coated cake pops to set at room temperature or in the refrigerator for about 30 minutes until the chocolate is firm and shiny.
  9. Once set, carefully remove the cake pops from the rack and serve them on a platter for a fun Halloween treat.

Notes

Keep the chocolate at the right consistency for dipping and work quickly to prevent melting or cracking. Chill the cake balls enough to handle comfortably but not so long that they become brittle.