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Halloween Cake Pops

These Halloween cake pops are small, handheld treats made from crumbled cake mixed with frosting, coated in glossy chocolate, and decorated with spooky candies and sprinkles. They feature a playful combination of crunchy, gooey, and tender textures, finished with colorful decorations for a creepy, fun look. Perfect for parties or festive gatherings, they offer a delightful bite-sized experience with a touch of childhood nostalgia.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 12
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Festive
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups crumbled cake (sponge or leftover cupcakes) preferably slightly stale for easier handling
  • 0.5 cup frosting vanilla or cream cheese flavor
  • 2 cups dark chocolate for coating, melted
  • assorted pieces candy eyes, sprinkles, or colored icing for decoration
  • 12 pieces toothpicks for handling and dipping
  • optional as needed edible glitter or shimmer dust for extra spooky sparkle

Equipment

  • Mixing bowls
  • Stand mixer or spoon
  • Silicone spatula
  • Chocolate melts or double boiler
  • Styrofoam block
  • Candy thermometer
  • Small piping bags

Method
 

  1. Mix the crumbled cake with the frosting in a large bowl until the mixture is moist and holds together when pressed.
  2. Roll the mixture into small balls about 2 cm in diameter, pressing firmly to ensure they keep their shape.
  3. Insert a toothpick into each cake ball, then place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper and chill in the freezer for at least 30 minutes.
  4. Gently melt the dark chocolate over a double boiler or in a microwave, heating in short bursts until smooth and glossy, around 45°C (113°F).
  5. Dip each chilled cake ball into the melted chocolate, using the toothpick to fully coat it, then gently tap off any excess chocolate.
  6. Place the coated cake pops onto a styrofoam block to dry completely, about 15-30 minutes, until the chocolate is firm and shiny.
  7. Decorate the cake pops immediately with candy eyes, sprinkles, or colored icing to create spooky faces or designs.
  8. Optionally, add a light dusting of edible glitter for an extra spooky shimmer.
  9. Allow the decorations to set for a few minutes, then serve your creepy, delightful Halloween cake pops.