Easy Pumpkin Cake Pops Recipe
Introduction
These easy pumpkin cake pops are a delightful fall treat that combines the warm flavors of spice cake and pumpkin in a bite-sized form. Perfect for parties or a cozy snack, they’re simple to make and fun to decorate.
Ingredients
- 1 box spice cake mix (13.25 oz)
- 15 ounces pure pumpkin (1 can)
- 2 tablespoons cream cheese frosting
- 12 ounces white chocolate chips
- Fall-themed sprinkles (optional)
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat your oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Spray the bottom and sides of a 9×13-inch baking dish with nonstick cooking spray.
- Step 2: In a large bowl, mix together the spice cake mix and pumpkin until combined. The batter will be very thick.
- Step 3: Pour the batter into the prepared baking dish. Bake for 15-20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Remove from oven and let cool for about 1 hour.
- Step 4: Once cooled, break the cake into pieces and crumble into a large bowl. Add the cream cheese frosting and mix until it forms a dough. Using your hands can make this easier.
- Step 5: Scoop or spoon the dough, then roll it into balls. Place the balls on a plate or baking sheet.
- Step 6: Melt about 1/4 cup of the white chocolate chips in the microwave, heating for 30 seconds at a time until smooth. Dip one end of each cake pop stick into the melted chocolate and insert it halfway into each cake ball.
- Step 7: Freeze the cake pops for 15-20 minutes to let the chocolate harden. Meanwhile, melt the remaining white chocolate chips.
- Step 8: Remove the cake pops from the freezer and dip each one into the melted white chocolate, fully coating the cake ball. Place them back on the plate or baking sheet.
- Step 9: Decorate with sprinkles immediately if desired, before the chocolate sets.
Tips & Variations
- Use pumpkin pie spice instead of pre-made spice cake mix for a more customized flavor.
- Substitute white chocolate chips with milk or dark chocolate for a richer taste.
- Chill the cake pop dough if it becomes too sticky to handle.
- Try adding a pinch of cinnamon or nutmeg to the batter for extra warmth.
Storage
Store finished cake pops in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. Before serving, let them sit at room temperature for about 15 minutes to soften slightly. They can also be frozen for up to a month; just thaw them in the fridge overnight.
How to Serve
Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.
FAQs
Can I use homemade pumpkin cake instead of the mix?
Yes, using homemade pumpkin cake works well. Just make sure it’s fully cooled before crumbling and mixing with the frosting.
How do I keep the cake pops from falling off the sticks?
Dipping the stick end in melted chocolate before inserting it into the cake ball helps secure the pops and prevent them from sliding off.
PrintEasy Pumpkin Cake Pops Recipe
These Easy Pumpkin Cake Pops are a delightful fall treat combining moist spice cake with pumpkin and creamy frosting, all coated in luscious white chocolate and decorated with festive sprinkles. Perfect for parties or cozy autumn gatherings, these cake pops are fun to make and even more enjoyable to eat.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 40 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 24 cake pops 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
Cake
- 1 box spice cake mix (13.25 oz)
- 15 ounces pure pumpkin (1 can)
Frosting
- 2 tablespoons cream cheese frosting
Coating and Decoration
- 12 ounces white chocolate chips
- Fall-themed sprinkles (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C) and spray the bottom and sides of a 9×13 inch baking dish with nonstick cooking spray to prepare for baking the cake mixture.
- Mix Batter: In a large bowl, thoroughly mix the spice cake mix and pure pumpkin until combined. The batter will be very thick due to the pumpkin’s moisture.
- Bake Cake: Pour the thick batter evenly into the prepared baking dish and bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean, indicating the cake is done. Remove from the oven and let it cool completely for about 1 hour.
- Crumble Cake and Add Frosting: Once cooled, break the cake into pieces and crumble it into a large mixing bowl. Add the cream cheese frosting and mix thoroughly (using your hands works best) until the mixture forms a dough-like consistency suitable for shaping.
- Form Cake Pops: Using a cookie dough scoop or spoon, scoop out portions of the dough and roll them into balls. Place the balls on a plate or baking sheet, ready for the sticks.
- Prepare Cake Pop Sticks: Melt about 1/4 cup of the white chocolate chips in the microwave in 30-second intervals until smooth. Dip one end of each cake pop stick into the melted chocolate and insert it about halfway into each cake ball to secure the sticks.
- Chill Cake Pops: Place the assembled cake pops in the freezer for 15-20 minutes to allow the chocolate to harden and hold the sticks firmly in place.
- Melt Remaining Chocolate: While cake pops chill, melt the remaining white chocolate chips until smooth and ready for dipping.
- Dip Cake Pops: Remove the cake pops from the freezer and dip each completely into the melted white chocolate, coating them fully. Return the dipped cake pops to the plate or baking sheet.
- Decorate: Before the white chocolate coating hardens, decorate the cake pops with fall-themed sprinkles for a festive look. Allow the coating to set completely before serving.
Notes
- Ensure the cake is completely cooled before crumbling to prevent the mixture from becoming too sticky.
- Use cream cheese frosting at room temperature for easier mixing.
- White chocolate can be tempered for a shinier finish but is not necessary.
- Sprinkles are optional but add a festive, colorful touch perfect for fall celebrations.
- If the cake pop dough feels too dry, add a teaspoon of cream cheese frosting; if too wet, add a small amount of dry cake mix.
- Store cake pops in the refrigerator to keep the coating firm, especially in warm environments.
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