Strawberry Cake Pops

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These charming strawberry cake pops transform simple ingredients into irresistible bite-sized treats. Starting with a strawberry cake base that's crumbled and mixed with frosting to create the perfect texture, each pop is hand-rolled and dipped in white chocolate. Some are tinted pink for extra flair, and all are decorated with festive sprinkles. They're ideal for Valentine's Day celebrations, parties, or anytime you want to make something special. Kids love helping to make them, and they're always a hit with guests.
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These adorable strawberry cake pops combine the sweetness of fresh strawberries with a creamy, melt-in-your-mouth center. Each bite-sized treat delivers the perfect balance of moist cake and smooth chocolate coating, creating an irresistible dessert that's both beautiful and delicious. I've mastered this recipe after countless birthday parties and holiday celebrations.

Last Valentine's Day, I made these with my daughter's class. Watching twenty kids light up as they decorated their own cake pops reminded me why these treats are so special - they bring joy to both making and eating them.

Essential Ingredients Guide

  • Fresh strawberry cake mix: Creates the perfect texture and authentic berry flavor
  • Quality white chocolate: Melts smoothly and sets with a beautiful shine
  • Vanilla frosting: Binds the cake while adding creamy sweetness
  • Food coloring gel: Provides vibrant color without affecting consistency
  • Sturdy lollipop sticks: Ensures your pops stay secure while dipping

Creating Perfect Pops

Prepare The Base:
Crumble cooled cake into fine, even pieces. Too chunky and your pops won't hold together; too fine and they'll become gummy.
Mix The Binding:
Incorporate frosting gradually into cake crumbs until the mixture holds its shape when rolled. Test by squeezing a small amount - it should stick together without being sticky.
Shape With Care:
Roll uniform balls between your palms, applying gentle pressure. Each pop should be exactly bite-sized - about 1.5 inches in diameter.
Coat With Precision:
Dip sticks in melted chocolate before inserting them into chilled cake balls. This creates an anchor that prevents pops from falling off during the final dip.

My first attempt at these pops was a disaster until I learned about tempering chocolate properly. Now they're my most-requested treat for school bake sales.

Perfect Your Display

Create a stunning arrangement by varying heights and colors of your pops. Use a styrofoam block covered in decorative paper as a base, inserting pops at different levels. For gifting, wrap individual pops in clear cellophane and tie with coordinating ribbon.

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Creative Variations

Transform these basic pops into elegant treats by experimenting with different coatings and decorations. Try marbling pink and white chocolate, adding edible glitter, or creating patterns with contrasting drizzles. For baby showers, I love doing a mix of pink and blue with pearlized finishes.

Storage Solutions

Keep uncoated cake balls in the refrigerator for up to a week. Once coated, store at room temperature in a cool, dry place for 3-4 days. Avoid refrigerating finished pops as condensation can affect the chocolate coating.

Having made thousands of these pops over the years, I've learned that patience is key. Taking time with each step - from mixing to dipping to decorating - ensures picture-perfect results that taste as amazing as they look.

Garnishing Techniques

Master the art of decoration timing - add sprinkles when chocolate is 80% set for perfect adhesion without sinking. Create professional designs using a double-dipping technique: first coat in basic white, then partially dip in pink at an angle for a modern look. For marbled effects, swirl colors together using a toothpick before dipping.

Temperature Control

Keep your workspace cool, ideally around 70°F. Work in small batches, keeping unused cake balls refrigerated. If chocolate becomes too thick, warm it gently - never exceed 90°F for white chocolate or it will seize. Use a candy thermometer for precision.

Troubleshooting Common Issues

Prevent cracking by letting pops warm slightly before dipping. If balls feel too soft, add more cake crumbs rather than frosting. For chocolate that's too thick, add paramount crystals or coconut oil in tiny increments. Fix lumpy coating by straining melted chocolate through a fine-mesh sieve.

Production Line Setup

Organize your workspace like a professional bakery: cooling station on the left, dipping station in center, and decorating area on right. Keep tools at arm's reach - damp cloth for wiping hands, spare sticks for testing chocolate consistency, and multiple sets of decorating tools to avoid color cross-contamination.

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Scaling The Recipe

When making large batches, prepare cake balls in advance and freeze. Work with 12 pops at a time for optimal coating temperature. Calculate one standard cake mix yields approximately 48 cake pops. Double your melting chocolate estimates as some always remains in the bowl.

The perfection of cake pops lies in these subtle details that transform simple ingredients into professional-quality treats. With practice and attention to these techniques, you'll create stunning pops that rival any bakery's offerings.

Frequently Asked Questions

→ Can I make these cake pops ahead of time?
Yes, you can make them up to 3 days ahead and store in the refrigerator. Let them sit at room temperature for 15 minutes before serving.
→ Why do my cake pops fall off the sticks?
Make sure to dip the sticks in melted chocolate before inserting them into the balls, and chill thoroughly before coating.
→ Can I use a different flavor of cake mix?
Absolutely! Any cake flavor works well, just adjust decorations and coating colors to match your theme.
→ How do I prevent cracking?
Let cake pops come to room temperature before dipping in warm (not hot) chocolate coating.
→ What's the best way to store them?
Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to a week. Bring to room temperature before serving.

Valentine's Strawberry Cake Pops

Festive pink cake pops made with strawberry cake, dipped in white chocolate, and decorated with sprinkles for a perfect Valentine's Day treat.

Prep Time
40 Minutes
Cook Time
70 Minutes
Total Time
110 Minutes

Category: Desserts & Baking

Difficulty: Intermediate

Cuisine: American

Yield: 22 Servings (22 cake pops)

Dietary: Vegetarian

Ingredients

→ Cake Base

01 1 package strawberry cake mix
02 1 cup water
03 1/2 cup vegetable oil or canola oil
04 3 large eggs

→ Assembly

05 2 tablespoons canned white, vanilla or cream cheese frosting
06 20 ounces vanilla melting chocolate or almond bark
07 Pink or red food coloring gel for half of the cake pops
08 Valentine's Day sprinkles

Instructions

Step 01

Prepare the cake mix with the water, oil, and eggs. Bake in a 9×13-inch baking pan according to the package instructions.

Step 02

Cool cake completely. Crumble the entire cake in a large bowl with a fork to form crumbs.

Step 03

Add the frosting and mix it into the cake crumbs with your hands or an electric mixer until it forms a ball. Add more frosting if needed to get the right consistency.

Step 04

Roll the dough into 1-inch balls and place them onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.

Step 05

Melt a very small amount of almond bark in the microwave. Dip cake pop sticks or lollipop sticks into melted chocolate and then push them into the cake pops. Refrigerate for 1 hour.

Step 06

Melt remaining almond bark in the microwave and divide into 2 bowls. Add pink food gel to one of the bowls and mix until desired shade is achieved.

Step 07

Dip cake pops into melted chocolate until fully coated. Be sure to scrape the excess chocolate on the side of the bowl. Repeat until all of the cake pops are coated in chocolate. Place upright in a holder or foam base to allow the chocolate to harden.

Step 08

Add sprinkles quickly before chocolate hardens then let the cake pops sit until set and then chill until ready to serve.

Notes

  1. Perfect for Valentine's Day treats
  2. Kid-friendly recipe - children can help make them
  3. Can be made ahead and stored in the refrigerator

Tools You'll Need

  • 9×13-inch baking pan
  • Cake pop sticks
  • Baking sheet
  • Parchment paper
  • Microwave
  • Foam base or cake pop holder

Allergy Information

Please check ingredients for potential allergens and consult a health professional if in doubt.
  • Contains eggs
  • Contains dairy (frosting, chocolate)
  • Contains wheat (cake mix)