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Cake Pops

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Warm, playful, and perfect for parties, these Cake Pops are bite-sized rounds of moist vanilla cake coated in glossy candy melt and finished with cheerful sprinkles.

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, softened (for frosting)
  • 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. Whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt until well combined.
  3. Cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar with a mixer 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 milk in alternating batches, mixing on low 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. Beat the softened butter for the frosting until creamy, then add the confectioners’ sugar, heavy cream, and vanilla, mixing until fluffy.
  9. Crumble the cooled cake into the frosting until mixed well.
  10. Roll the mixture into 1-inch balls and refrigerate for 2 hours or freeze for 1 hour.
  11. Melt the candy melts in the microwave in short intervals until smooth.
  12. Dip the end of each lollipop stick into the melted coating and insert it into a cake ball.
  13. Coat each ball with melted chocolate and decorate with sprinkles while wet.
  14. Place the cake pops upright to harden.

Notes

Use a small cookie scoop or teaspoon to portion equal sizes. Store finished cake pops upright in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.

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Keywords: cake pops, dessert, party treats, vanilla cake, baking

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