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Close-up of several Thanksgiving Cake Pops decorated with orange sprinkles or crumbs on a white platter.

Thanksgiving Cake Pops

This recipe makes cake pops flavored for the Thanksgiving holiday. They are decorated with fall colors and simple designs.
Prep Time 45 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 24 pops
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250

Ingredients
  

For the Cake
For Dipping and Decorating

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • Baking sheet
  • Cake pop sticks
  • Styrofoam block or stand

Method
 

  1. Prepare the cake according to the box directions, using the ingredients listed on the box. Bake in a 9x13 inch pan.
  2. Let the cake cool completely. Once cool, crumble the entire cake into fine crumbs in a large mixing bowl.
  3. Add the entire can of frosting to the cake crumbs. Mix well with your hands or a sturdy spoon until a dough forms that holds its shape when squeezed.
  4. Roll the mixture into small balls, about 1 to 1.5 inches in diameter. Place the balls on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
  5. Chill the cake balls in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes. This helps them hold their shape when dipping.
  6. Melt the white chocolate wafers according to package directions. If the chocolate is too thick, stir in the vegetable oil one drop at a time until it reaches a smooth, dipping consistency.
  7. Dip the tip of a cake pop stick into the melted chocolate, then insert the stick about halfway into a chilled cake ball. Dip the entire ball into the melted chocolate, rotating to coat completely. Tap the stick gently against the side of the bowl to remove excess chocolate.
  8. Immediately insert the stick into a Styrofoam block or stand to hold the pop upright while the chocolate sets. Apply sprinkles or use edible markers for decoration before the chocolate hardens.
  9. Allow the chocolate coating to set completely before serving or storing.

Nutrition

Calories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 3gFat: 14gSaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 25mgSodium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 20g

Notes

You can substitute pumpkin spice cake mix for a more seasonal flavor. Store finished cake pops in an airtight container at room temperature for up to three days, or refrigerate for longer storage.

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