High School Graduation Cake Pops
Celebrate graduation with these festive cake pops, customizable with school colors for a personal touch.
Equipment
- 1 9x13-inch cake pan greased
- 1 electric mixer
- 1 Mixing Bowl large
- 24 lollipop sticks
Ingredients
Cake Base
- 1 box cake mix any flavor
- 1/2 cup water
- 1/3 cup vegetable oil
- 3 large eggs
Frosting Mixture
- 1/2 cup canned frosting
Coating and Decorations
- 2 cups candy melts in school colors
- Assorted sprinkles
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 350°F. Prepare the cake mix according to the package instructions using water, oil, and eggs. Pour the batter into a greased 9x13-inch cake pan and bake for 30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Allow the cake to cool completely. Once cooled, crumble the cake into a large mixing bowl.
- Add 1/2 cup of frosting to the crumbled cake. Use an electric mixer to combine until the mixture holds together when pressed.
- Roll the mixture into 1-inch balls and place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Insert a lollipop stick into each cake ball. Refrigerate the cake pops for 30 minutes to firm up.
Decoration
- Melt candy melts in a microwave-safe bowl, heating in 30-second intervals and stirring in between until smooth.
- Dip each cake pop into the melted candy, tapping gently to remove excess. Decorate with sprinkles while the coating is still wet.
- Place the cake pops upright in a stand or styrofoam block to allow the coating to set completely.
Serving and Storage
- Serve the cake pops as a delightful treat at your graduation party. They are perfect for guests to grab and enjoy.
- Store any leftover cake pops in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week, or refrigerate for longer freshness.
Notes
Pro Tips: Chill the cake balls thoroughly before dipping to prevent them from falling apart.
Ingredient Substitutions: Use homemade frosting if preferred.
How to Serve: Arrange in a decorative stand for easy access.
Storage & Freshness: Keep in an airtight container to maintain freshness.
Make-Ahead Tips: Cake pops can be made a day in advance and stored in the refrigerator.
Ingredient Substitutions: Use homemade frosting if preferred.
How to Serve: Arrange in a decorative stand for easy access.
Storage & Freshness: Keep in an airtight container to maintain freshness.
Make-Ahead Tips: Cake pops can be made a day in advance and stored in the refrigerator.