Can you use cake mix in a cake pop maker?
It’s really easy to learn how to make cake pops with cake mix. Just pick up a tasty box of mix from the baking aisle, grab a few extra ingredients if you don’t already have them on hand and you’re all set! Mix the batter up and in 5 minutes or less of bake time, you too can be enjoying these bites of deliciousness.
How do you make cake pops with a cake pop maker?
Add the flour, baking soda and baking powder. Add the milk and mix until smooth. Pour the batter into a piping bag and fill each cake pop cavity in the cake pop maker to just below the top (careful not to overfill). Bake for 4 to 5 minutes (you can use a toothpick to check if it’s ready).
How do you fill a cake pop Mould?
- Preheat your oven to the temperature recommended on the back of the box.
- Take your cake pop mould – these are usually silicone – and grease it.
- Place your mould on a baking tray, then use a small spoon (measuring spoons work well for this) or a piping bag, to fill your moulds.
How far in advance can I make cake pops?
How many days before party can you make cake pops? You can easily make cake pops as long as six weeks before the event, as long as they are frozen. Before dipping, let them thaw in the fridge. Before serving, they should be thawed on the counter.
Why won’t my cake pops stay on the stick?
The best way to prevent the cake balls from falling off the stick is by making sure you added enough frosting to the cake balls and thinning out the candy coating. If the chocolate coating is too thick it will be heavy and way down on the cake balls.
How much do you fill cake pop molds?
Fill each of the cavities of the mold with cake batter – leaving about 1 mm between the surface of the batter and the top of the mold (this is important so the cake pops don’t overflow when baking, and also so that they don’t end up flat).
How long do you bake cake pops in a mold?
Cover your bottom mould with your top mould, and make sure everything is locked or fitted into place. Place the baking tray and the mould into the preheated oven. Bake for about 20 minutes. When the 20 minutes are up, insert a toothpick into the hole at the top of the mould to check that your cake pops are done.
Can I freeze cake pops before dipping?
Yes, you can freeze cake pops for around 6 months. You can either freeze the moulded cakes before dipping them in their candy coat, or you can freeze them once they’ve been dipped.
How do you use plastic cake pop molds?
These are the steps that worked for me.
- Follow your cake pop Recipe and place mix Into the cake pop molds.
- Close the mold and take out any extra mix ( it will ooze out of the mold )
- Take each ball and roll it until smooth.
- Place the balls on wax paper so it doesn’t stick.
How do you make cake pops that don’t fall apart?
Should you freeze cake pops before dipping?
Before dipping the balls you want to set the stick by placing the cake pops in the freezer for 15 minutes. If you dip them and the candy melts are too hot, they will crack because of the sudden temperature change.
How do you get the stick to stay in cake pops?
If your cake balls are falling off your treat stick, they could be too heavy due to size or adding too much frosting. To help ensure your cake balls stay, be sure to dip the stick in melted candy before inserting it into the cake ball. This hardened candy coating acts as a glue to hold the stick in place.
Can I use normal chocolate instead of candy melts?
Can you use white chocolate chips as candy melts? While you can use white chocolate chips as candy melts, you might not get the same result. Since white chocolate chips require tempering and candy melts do not, you’ll need to melt them differently for best results.
How do you make cake pops not fall off the stick?
Should I use oil in my cake pops?
Be careful as you melt them because you do not want them to get too hot, so melt for 30 seconds at a time and stir in between. You should also add a dash of vegetable oil to help loosen the chocolate up if it feels too thick. Also prep other toppings into different bowls so you can easily dip your cake pops in.