How To Make Easy Valentine’s Day Cake Pops Recipe

Indulge in Valentine’s Day cake pops, showcasing moist cake crumbs, creamy frosting, and a decadent chocolate coating. Perfect for gifting or as a sweet treat, these adorable pops are sure to spread joy on the romantic day.

With Valentine’s Day just around the corner, let’s dive into the world of adorable and delicious treats – Valentine’s Day cake pops! 

Imagine the bliss of moist cake crumbs mixed with creamy frosting, rolled into adorable balls, dipped in chocolate, and decorated with festive sprinkles. That’s the magic of cake pops!

These little bites of joy are not only fun to make but also perfect for sharing the love with your nearest and dearest.

If you love cake pop recipes you may also want to try my Red Velvet Cake Pops or my Strawberry Cake Pops Recipe.

WHY YOU’LL LOVE THIS VALENTINE’S DAY CAKE POPS RECIPE

1. Adorable Presentation: These Valentine’s Day cake pops aren’t just delicious; they’re also charmingly cute, making them the perfect treat to share with loved ones or enjoy on your own.
2. Customizable Creations: With endless possibilities for decorating and personalizing, you can let your creativity soar, adding your favorite colors, sprinkles, or designs to make each cake pop uniquely special.
3. Easy to Share: Whether you’re hosting a Valentine’s Day gathering or surprising someone special, these cake pops are conveniently portioned for sharing, spreading love and sweetness to all who indulge.
4. Kid-Friendly Fun: Get the little ones involved in the kitchen and turn cake pop decorating into a fun Valentine’s Day activity for the whole family, creating cherished memories along the way.
5. Versatile Treat: Beyond Valentine’s Day, these cake pops are a versatile dessert option for any occasion, from birthdays to baby showers, ensuring smiles and satisfaction with every bite.

INGREDIENTS YOU NEED FOR THE VALENTINE’S DAY CAKE BALLS

You will need the following ingredients listed below to make these red velvet cake bites (the exact measurements, nutrition information and full recipe are in the recipe card at the end of this post):

• Box of your favorite cake mix: Yep, we’re going for the easy route here. Maybe red velvet cake mix, chocolate, or classic vanilla cake. Can also make a homemade cake if desired, but not necessary.
• Frosting: This is the glue that holds our cake pops together. Cream cheese frosting, vanilla frosting, or chocolate frosting are preferred.
• Melted chocolate or bag of white candy melts: This will be our candy coating, and trust me, it’s where the magic happens. Use white chocolate candy melts, red candy melts, or pink candy melts.
• Heart sprinkles – or festive sprinkles of choice.
• Lollipop stick/cake pop stick: Because what’s a cake pop without a stick?

HOW TO MAKE

1. Start by preparing your cake batter by package directions. Beat cake mix, water, vegetable oil, and eggs in a large mixing bowl.
2. Pour the batter into a greased 9×13-inch baking dish or two 8×8-inch round cake dishes and bake in a 350 degree F oven until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
3. Let the cake cool completely, then crumble it with a fork in a large bowl or in the baking dish. Stir the frosting into the crumbled cake, cover with plastic wrap, and freeze until chilled.
4. Use a cookie scoop and your hands to roll the mixture into evenly sized small balls and place on large baking sheet. You want to try make them all a consistent size – aim for the size of a ping pong ball.
5. Freeze again until balls are hard.
6. It’s easier to roll the cake & frosting mixture into perfectly round balls if it’s cold. The cake & frosting mixture is super moist, and at room temperature it makes it extremely difficult to shape them perfectly.
7. Once they have been frozen, I give them another little roll to smooth out the sides. Then place on a cookie sheet. 
8. Melt candy melts in the microwave in 30-second intervals or in a double boiler. Dip lollipop sticks into the melted chocolate, then stick into one of the frozen cake balls.
9. Do this with all of them and put back in freezer till they are solidified.
10. Gently dip balls into the melted chocolate or spoon the chocolate onto balls and twirl to coat, letting the excess chocolate drizzle off onto parchment paper. Decorate with the heart sprinkles.
11. Place them upright in a styrofoam block, or a cardboard box to harden to 2-3 minutes. There you have it, you have easy Valentine’s Day theme bite-sized treats!

STORING THE PERFECT CAKE POPS

1. Refrigeration: Place the leftover cake pops in an airtight container or wrap them individually in plastic wrap. Store them in the refrigerator to maintain their freshness and prevent them from drying out.
2. Avoid Moisture: Keep the cake pops away from moisture by placing a piece of parchment paper or paper towel at the bottom of the container. This helps absorb any excess moisture and prevents the cake pops from becoming soggy.
3. Separate Layers: If you’re stacking multiple layers of cake pops in the container, place a sheet of parchment paper between each layer to prevent them from sticking together.
4. Consume Promptly: While cake pops can typically be stored in the refrigerator for several days, they are best enjoyed when fresh. Try to consume them within 3-4 days for the best taste and texture.

FAQS

WHAT’S THE SECRET TO SMOOTH CAKE POPS?

After baking the cake, crumble it into fine pieces and mix it with frosting to create a smooth mixture. This will ensure your cake pops have a smooth finish once dipped in melted candy melts.

HOW DO I DIP CAKE POPS WITHOUT MAKING A BIG MESS?

To dip cake pops, insert a lollipop stick into each cake ball and dip them into melted candy melts in a microwave-safe bowl. Allow any excess coating to drip off before placing them on wax paper to set.

CAN I MAKE HEART-SHAPED CAKE POPS INSTEAD OF ROUND?

Yes, you can! Use a heart-shaped cake pan to bake your cake and then follow the same steps for making and dipping cake pops.

CAN I USE MILK CHOCOLATE FOR DIPPING THESE EASY CAKE POPS?

Absolutely! Melt milk chocolate in a microwave-safe bowl and use it for dipping your cake pops for a deliciously sweet coating.

HOW DO I AVOID LUMPS IN THE MELTED CHOCOLATE CANDY COATING?

To ensure smooth coating, melt the candy melts or chocolate gently in short intervals, stirring in between until smooth. Avoid overheating to prevent lumps.

Other Valentine’s Day Recipes You May Enjoy!

• Protein Red Velvet Baked Oats
• Chocolate Marshmallow Squares With Rice Krispies
• Raspberry White Chocolate Baked Oats
• Heart Jam Thumbprint Cookies
• Vegan Strawberries And Cream Pie
• Strawberry Cheesecake Ninja Creami Ice Cream
• Chocolate Covered Raspberry Chia Bites
• Healthy Chocolate Cottage Cheese Fruit Dip

HAPPY VALENTINE’S DAY! IF YOU TRIED THESE BAKED CAKE POPS PLEASE LEAVE A COMMENT IN THE COMMENT SECTION AND STAR RATING. I LOOK FORWARD TO SEEING YOUR CREATIONS! YOU CAN PIN THIS EASY RECIPE ON PINTEREST OR SHARE ON INSTAGRAM BY TAGGING @basicswithbails and #basicswithbails