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Cake Pops

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These cake pops are a joyful bite-sized way to enjoy homemade cake with a crisp chocolate shell and playful 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
  • 2–3 teaspoons heavy cream or whole milk (for frosting consistency)
  • 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 evenly combined.
  3. Cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until fluffy, about 2 to 3 minutes.
  4. Add the egg and 2 teaspoons vanilla extract to the butter mixture and mix until smooth.
  5. Gradually add the dry ingredients and milk, alternating between them and mixing until just combined.
  6. Pour the batter into the prepared pan and bake for 30 to 36 minutes, until a toothpick comes out clean.
  7. Allow the cake to cool completely in the pan, then transfer to a wire rack.
  8. Beat the 7 tablespoons of softened butter until creamy for the frosting.
  9. Add the confectioners’ sugar, heavy cream, and vanilla, mixing until light and fluffy.
  10. Crumble the cooled cake into a large bowl, adding the frosting and mixing until combined.
  11. Roll the mixture into balls and place them on a baking sheet. Refrigerate for 2 hours.
  12. Melt the candy melts in the microwave according to package instructions.
  13. Dip the sticks in melted coating and insert into each chilled cake ball, then coat each ball with melted candy.
  14. Decorate with sprinkles while the coating is still wet.
  15. Let the cake pops harden upright until fully set.

Notes

Use room temperature ingredients for best results. Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days, or refrigerate for longer storage.

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