Merken Celebrate the joy of friendship with these stunning Galentine's Cake Pops. This recipe takes the classic pink velvet flavor and elevates it into a bite-sized treat, combining vibrant cocoa-infused cake with a tangy cream cheese frosting center. Dipped in smooth white chocolate, these pops are as beautiful as they are delicious, making them the ultimate addition to any Galentine's gathering.
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Making these cake pops is a wonderful way to express your creativity. From the moment you add that vibrant pink gel coloring to the final sprinkle of heart-shaped candies, every step is an opportunity to craft something special for your friends. These pops aren't just dessert; they're a handheld celebration of the people who make life sweeter.
Ingredients
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- Pink Velvet Cake: 1 1/4 cups (160 g) all-purpose flour, 1 cup (200 g) granulated sugar, 1/4 cup (30 g) unsweetened cocoa powder, 1/2 tsp baking soda, 1/4 tsp salt, 1/2 cup (120 ml) buttermilk (at room temperature), 1/2 cup (115 g) unsalted butter (softened), 2 large eggs (at room temperature), 1 tsp vanilla extract, 1 tsp white vinegar, 1–2 tsp pink gel food coloring.
- Cream Cheese Frosting: 4 oz (115 g) cream cheese (softened), 2 tbsp (30 g) unsalted butter (softened), 1 1/2 cups (180 g) powdered sugar (sifted), 1/2 tsp vanilla extract.
- Coating & Decorations: 12 oz (340 g) white chocolate or white candy melts, sprinkles, edible glitter, or heart-shaped candies (optional), 24 cake pop sticks.
Instructions
- Preparation
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and line an 8-inch (20 cm) square baking pan. In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt.
- Mixing the Batter
- In a large bowl, beat butter until creamy. Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each. Stir in vanilla and vinegar. Add dry ingredients and buttermilk in alternating batches, starting and ending with dry ingredients. Mix until just combined.
- Coloring and Baking
- Add pink gel food coloring and mix until the color is vibrant and even. Pour batter into prepared pan and bake for 22–25 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean. Cool completely.
- Frosting and Assembly
- Prepare the frosting by beating cream cheese and butter together until smooth. Gradually add powdered sugar, then vanilla, and beat until fluffy. Crumble the cooled cake into a large bowl. Add frosting, mixing until the mixture holds together when pressed.
- Shaping and Dipping
- Roll mixture into 1-inch balls (about 24) and place on a baking sheet lined with parchment. Chill for 30 minutes. Melt white chocolate in a microwave-safe bowl, stirring every 20 seconds. Dip the tip of each cake pop stick into melted chocolate, then insert halfway into each ball. Chill 10 more minutes.
- Finishing Touches
- Dip each cake pop into the melted chocolate, gently tapping off excess. Decorate with sprinkles or candies while the coating is still wet. Place upright in a styrofoam block or cake pop stand until set.
Zusatztipps für die Zubereitung
To ensure the best results, make sure your cake is completely cool before you begin crumbling it. If the cake is still warm, it will melt the frosting and create a greasy texture rather than a firm, rollable dough. Additionally, the double-chill method (once for the balls and once for the sticks) is vital for keeping the pops secure during the final dipping process.
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Varianten und Anpassungen
While white chocolate provides a classic look, you can experiment with dark chocolate or strawberry-flavored candy melts for a different twist. If you want a deeper shade of pink, feel free to increase the amount of gel food coloring. You can also customize the decorations with crushed freeze-dried strawberries for a natural pop of flavor and color.
Serviervorschläge
Serve these cake pops in a decorative jar filled with pink sugar or sand to keep them upright and accessible. For a personalized touch, wrap individual pops in small cellophane bags tied with a velvet ribbon—they make the perfect party favor for your friends to take home after your Galentine's celebration.
Merken These Galentine's Cake Pops are more than just a dessert; they are a heartfelt gesture of appreciation for your closest friends. With their creamy centers and crisp chocolate shells, they are sure to be the highlight of your celebration.
Rezept-Fragen
- → Wie erzielt man die optimale Konsistenz für die Kuchenkugeln?
Die Krümel vom ausgekühlten Kuchen werden mit der Frischkäsefüllung vermengt, bis die Masse formbar, aber nicht zu feucht ist, sodass stabile Kugeln geformt werden können.
- → Welche Alternativen gibt es zur weißen Schokolade?
Für Variation können dunkle Schokolade oder karamellisierte Candy Melts verwendet werden, um unterschiedliche Geschmacksnuancen zu erzielen.
- → Wie verhindert man, dass die Kugeln beim Eintauchen auseinanderfallen?
Das Eintauchen erfolgt am besten nach einer ausreichenden Kühlzeit, damit die Kugeln fest und gut verbunden bleiben.
- → Wie kann man das Pink intensiver gestalten?
Die Farbintensität lässt sich durch Zugabe von mehr pinkem Gelfarbpulver erhöhen, ohne die Teigkonsistenz zu beeinträchtigen.
- → Wie bewahrt man die Kuchenkugeln am besten auf?
Die Kuchenkugeln sollten luftdicht verpackt im Kühlschrank gelagert und innerhalb von fünf Tagen verzehrt werden.
