Easter is a time for celebration, and what better way to celebrate than with delicious treats? One popular dessert option that has been gaining popularity in the UK is Easter cake pops. These bite-sized cakes on a stick are not only adorable, but also easy to make and customize according to your preferences. In this article, we'll share a tasty Easter cake pops recipe that will surely be a hit at any Easter gathering. So, let's get started and make some sweet and festive treats!
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1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (180°C). Grease and flour a 9x13 inch baking pan.
2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the cake mix, water, oil, and eggs. Mix well until the batter is smooth.
3. Pour the cake batter into the prepared pan and bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
4. Remove the cake from the oven and let it cool completely.
5. Once cooled, crumble the cake into small pieces in a separate bowl.
6. In a mixing bowl, beat the softened butter until creamy. Gradually add in the confectioners' sugar, vanilla extract, and milk. Mix until well combined and creamy.
7. Add in a few drops of food coloring, if desired, to create a pastel-colored frosting.
8. Add the frosting to the crumbled cake and mix well until a dough-like consistency is formed.
9. Using your hands, roll the dough into small balls and place them on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
10. Melt the candy melts in a microwave-safe bowl according to package instructions.
11. Dip the tip of a lollipop stick into the melted candy and insert it into a cake ball. Repeat for all the cake balls.
12. Dip each cake ball into the melted candy, making sure to cover it completely. Tap off any excess candy and place the cake pop back onto the parchment-lined baking sheet.
13. While the candy coating is still wet, decorate the cake pops with sprinkles and candies.
14. Let the cake pops harden for about 30 minutes in the fridge before serving.
These Easter cake pops are not only delicious, but also fun and easy to make. You can get creative with different colors and decorations to make them even more festive. They also make for a great activity to do with kids during the Easter holiday. So, give this recipe a try and impress your family and friends with these adorable and tasty treats!
<h2>Ingredients:</h2> <h3>For the cake:</h3> <ul> <li><b>1 box of chocolate cake mix</b></li> <li><b>1 cup of water</b></li> <li><b>1/2 cup of vegetable oil</b></li> <li><b>3 eggs</b></li> </ul> <h3>For the frosting:</h3> <ul> <li><b>1/2 cup of unsalted butter, softened</b></li> <li><b>3 cups of confectioners' sugar</b></li> <li><b>1 tsp of vanilla extract</b></li> <li><b>2 tbsp of milk</b></li> <li><b>Food coloring (optional)</b></li> </ul> <h3>For the decorations:</h3> <ul> <li><b>1 pack of lollipop sticks</b></li> <li><b>1 pack of candy melts in assorted colors</b></li> <li><b>Assorted sprinkles and candies</b></li> </ul> <h2>Instructions:</h2> <p>1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (180°C). Grease and flour a 9x13 inch baking pan.</p> <p>2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the cake mix, water, oil, and eggs. Mix well until the batter is smooth.</p> <p>3. Pour the cake batter into the prepared pan and bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.</p> <p>4. Remove the cake from the oven and let it cool completely.</p> <p>5. Once cooled, crumble the cake into small pieces in a separate bowl.</p> <p>6. In a mixing bowl, beat the softened butter until creamy. Gradually add in the confectioners' sugar, vanilla extract, and milk. Mix until well combined and creamy.</p> <p>7. Add in a few drops of food coloring, if desired, to create a pastel-colored frosting.</p> <p>8. Add the frosting to the crumbled cake and mix well until a dough-like consistency is formed.</p> <p>9. Using your hands, roll the dough into small balls and place them on a parchment-lined baking sheet.</p> <p>10. Melt the candy melts in a microwave-safe bowl according to package instructions.</p> <p>11. Dip the tip of a lollipop stick into the melted candy and insert it into a cake ball. Repeat for all the cake balls.</p> <p>12. Dip each cake ball into the melted candy, making sure to cover it completely. Tap off any excess candy and place the cake pop back onto the parchment-lined baking sheet.</p> <p>13. While the candy coating is still wet, decorate the cake pops with sprinkles and candies.</p> <p>14. Let the cake pops harden for about 30 minutes in the fridge before serving.</p> <h2>Final Thoughts:</h2> <p>These Easter cake pops are not only delicious, but also fun and easy to make. You can get creative with different colors and decorations to make them even more festive. They also make for a great activity to do with kids during the Easter holiday. So, give this recipe a try and impress your family and friends with these adorable and tasty treats!</p>
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