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Grinch Cake Pops Recipe

Grinch Cake Pops Recipe
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These festive Grinch Cake Pops are adorable, bite-sized treats perfect for holiday celebrations. Made from moist red velvet cake mixed with a fluffy cream cheese filling, then coated in vibrant green candy melts, they capture the fun and spirit of the Grinch theme. With a sweet drizzle and a sprinkle of sparkling green sanding sugar, topped with a cute candy heart, these cake pops are both delicious and visually charming, ideal for parties or gifting.

Ingredients

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Cake

  • 1 15.25-ounce package red velvet cake mix
  • 1 cup milk
  • 6 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted

Cream Cheese Mixture

  • 4 ounces cream cheese, softened
  • ¼ teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1 ½ cups powdered sugar

Coating & Decoration

  • 24 ounces green candy melts (divided: 18 ounces for dipping, 6 ounces for drizzle)
  • Green sanding sugar, for dusting
  • Candy hearts, for topping
  • Cake pop sticks

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Cake Batter: Preheat your oven to 325°F. In a microwave-safe bowl, melt 6 tablespoons of unsalted butter. In a large mixing bowl, combine the red velvet cake mix, milk, and melted butter. Mix on low speed for about 1 minute until fully combined and smooth.
  2. Bake the Cake: Pour the batter into a greased 9 x 13-inch baking pan. Bake for 20-25 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Be careful not to overbake or brown the cake. Allow it to cool on a wire rack for 15 minutes, then chill in the fridge for an additional 15 minutes.
  3. Make the Cream Cheese Filling: In a medium bowl, use a hand mixer to beat the softened cream cheese with kosher salt on medium speed until light and fluffy. Reduce speed to low and gradually add the powdered sugar, mixing until smooth. Increase speed again and beat for 1 minute until fluffy.
  4. Combine Cake and Filling: Divide the cooled cake in half. Crumble one half into a large mixing bowl and save the other half for another use or freeze it. Fold the cream cheese mixture into the crumbled cake until evenly combined.
  5. Form Cake Balls: Using a 1 tablespoon cookie scoop, portion the mixture into about 33 rounded balls approximately 1 inch in diameter. Place them on a parchment-lined baking tray and refrigerate for 30 minutes to set.
  6. Prepare Candy Coating: Melt 18 ounces of the green candy melts in a microwave-safe bowl according to package instructions, stirring frequently to ensure smoothness.
  7. Attach Sticks to Cake Pops: Dip about ¼ inch of each cake pop stick into the melted candy, then insert the stick into the center end of each chilled cake ball. Repeat for all cake balls.
  8. Dip Cake Pops: Quickly dunk each cake pop into the melted candy coating, fully covering it. Lift and gently shake off excess coating. Place the dipped cake pops upright on the parchment-lined baking tray to harden.
  9. Decorate Cake Pops: Melt the remaining 6 ounces of candy melts and transfer to a piping bag. Drizzle swirls around each cake pop. While the drizzle is still warm, sprinkle green sanding sugar over it.
  10. Final Touch: Place a candy heart on each cake pop while the coating is still tacky to secure the decoration. Allow all cake pops to fully set before serving or packaging.

Notes

  • Do not overbake the cake to avoid dryness; the 325°F temperature and shorter bake time help retain moisture.
  • Chilling both the cake and the formed balls before dipping ensures sturdiness and easier handling.
  • You can substitute candy hearts with other themed decorations for different holidays.
  • Store cake pops in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
  • For a brighter green color, add a small amount of green gel food coloring to the candy melts if needed.

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Keywords: Grinch cake pops, red velvet cake pops, holiday cake pops, Christmas treats, cream cheese filling, green candy coating

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