Pin it A festive and eye-catching dessert featuring cake pops decorated as colorful holiday ornaments, perfect for parties and celebrations.
I enjoy arranging these cake pops on a decorated styrofoam base to create a festive centerpiece that delights guests of all ages
Ingredients
- Cake: 1 box (about 400 g) vanilla or chocolate cake mix (plus ingredients per package)
- Frosting: 1/2 cup (120 g) cream cheese frosting or vanilla buttercream
- Decoration & Coating: 500 g white chocolate or candy melts (assorted colors)
- Decoration & Coating: 2 tbsp (25 g) vegetable shortening (optional for smoother coating)
- Decoration & Coating: Assorted sprinkles edible glitter and small candies
- Decoration & Coating: 24 mini pretzel loops or candy-coated chocolate pieces (for ornament tops)
- Decoration & Coating: Edible gold or silver luster dust (optional)
Instructions
- Bake Cake:
- Bake the cake according to package instructions Allow to cool completely
- Crumble Cake:
- Crumble the cooled cake into fine crumbs in a large mixing bowl
- Mix Frosting:
- Add frosting gradually mixing until the mixture holds together and can be shaped
- Shape Balls:
- Scoop out tablespoon-sized portions and roll into smooth balls Place on a parchment-lined tray
- Chill Cake Balls:
- Chill the cake balls in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes
- Melt Coating:
- Melt the chocolate or candy melts in a microwave-safe bowl stirring until smooth Stir in shortening if needed for a thinner consistency
- Insert Sticks:
- Dip one end of a lollipop stick into the melted coating then insert halfway into a cake ball Repeat for all balls and chill again for 10 minutes to set
- Coat Cake Pops:
- Dip each cake pop fully into the melted coating gently tapping off excess
- Decorate Pops:
- Before the coating sets decorate each pop with sprinkles glitter or candies to resemble ornament balls Attach a mini pretzel loop or candy at the top for the ornament hook
- Set Pops:
- Stand pops upright in a foam block or cake pop stand to set fully
- Dust Pops:
- Dust with edible luster dust for a shimmering effect if desired
Pin it This recipe brings my family together every holiday as we enjoy making and sharing these delightful treats around the Christmas tree
Required Tools
Stand mixer or large mixing bowl Baking pan Parchment paper Microwave-safe bowls Lollipop sticks Styrofoam block or cake pop stand
Allergen Information
Contains Wheat (gluten) eggs milk soy (in candy melts) and possibly nuts depending on decorations Check all labels carefully if serving to those with allergies
Nutritional Information
Calories 180 Total Fat 7 g Carbohydrates 27 g Protein 2 g per serving
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Enjoy crafting these colorful ornament cake pops that add joy and charm to any celebration
Recipe FAQs
- → What type of coating works best for a smooth finish?
Use white chocolate or candy melts combined with vegetable shortening to achieve a thinner, smoother coating ideal for dipping and decorating.
- → How can I make the ornament tops stay attached securely?
Attach mini pretzel loops or candy pieces while the coating is still wet to ensure they stick firmly as the coating sets.
- → What is the best way to keep the pops fresh?
Store the finished pops in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days to maintain freshness and texture.
- → Can I customize the decorations on the pops?
Absolutely! Use assorted sprinkles, edible glitter, and even edible markers to create intricate and colorful designs.
- → Is chilling necessary throughout the process?
Yes, chilling the shaped balls and dipped pops is important to help them firm up and maintain their shape during decorating.