Name: Pumpkin cake pops
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 30 min
Ingredients: 1 white cake mix (see notes below); ½ cup pumpkin puree (not pumpkin pie filling); ¾ cup water; 4 egg whites; 1 teaspoon cinnamon; ¼ teaspoon cloves; ¼ teaspoon nutmeg; ½ teaspoon ginger; ⅓ cup oil (can substitute greek yogurt); 1 can vanilla frosting or 1 ¾ cup homemade vanilla frosting; 1 bag white chocolate chips or 1-2 bags vanilla melting chips; Orange and green natural food coloring; Shredded unsweetened coconut; Lollipop sticks

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Close-up of a vase filled with pumpkin cake pops. The cake pops are decorated with orange frosting and sprinkles, and they have a green stem

Fall is just around the corner, and it's time to start thinking about all the delicious pumpkin treats that come with the season. One popular dessert that has become a staple during the fall months is pumpkin cake pops. These small, bite-sized treats are perfect for sharing with friends and family, or for indulging in a sweet treat all to yourself. In this article, we'll explore what pumpkin cake pops are, how to make them, and some fun decorating ideas to make them truly special.

Pumpkin cake pops

Traci Wennerholm

These pumpkin cake pops are a fun and easy way to enjoy the flavors of fall. Made with a moist and flavorful pumpkin cake, these pops are dipped in a coating and decorated. Perfect for parties, potlucks, or just a sweet treat, these pumpkin cake pops are sure to please everyone!

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Prep Time 10

Cook Time 20

Total Time 30

Course Dessert

Cuisine American

Servings cake pops

Calories 225 kcal

Equipment

popsicle sticks

Ingredients

1 white cake mix see notes below
½ cup pumpkin puree not pumpkin pie filling
¾ cup water
4 egg whites
1 teaspoon cinnamon
¼ teaspoon cloves
¼ teaspoon nutmeg
½ teaspoon ginger
⅓ cup oil can substitute greek yogurt
1 can vanilla frosting or 1 ¾ cup homemade vanilla frosting
1 bag white chocolate chips or 1-2 bags vanilla melting chips
Orange and green natural food coloring
Shredded unsweetened coconut
Lollipop sticks

Instructions

Add the cake mix, pumpkin puree, water, egg whites, cinnamon, cloves, nutmeg, ginger and oil in a mixing bowl. Stir by hand for approximately two minutes or until all lumps are gone and batter is smooth. Pour into a lightly greased 9x13 inch pan and cook according to package directions.
Remove the cake from the oven and allow cake to cool completely. Once cake has cooled, use a fork to crumble the cake into pieces. Mix in the frosting. You may not need to use the entire can of frosting, so slowly stir it in until the frosting and cake stick together. Form the cake into golf ball sized balls and place on a baking sheet. Place the cake balls into the freezer and freeze for 20 minutes to one hour. Before removing cake balls from the freezer, melt the chips in the microwave or using the double boiler method. Add the dye and stir in. (We used Nature's Flavors natural dyes. India Tree also has a line of natural dyes). If using coconut as a topping, stir together the coconut and green dye in a separate bowl until blended well. Take the freezer balls out of the fridge and poke the lollipop sticks halfway through the cake pops. Dip into the chocolate mixture, coating evenly, then dip of tops of the cake pops into the coconut if desired. Place the sticks into a styrofoam block to allow chocolate to set up.
For pumpkin stems you can also poke a green jelly bean into the top of the cake pop or press a piece of green licorice or fruit snack.

Notes

Gluten Free White Cake Mix Brands: Betty Crocker (could find a yellow, not a white cake mix which is fine to substitute), Kinnikinnik White Cake Mix, Bob's Red Mill GF Vanilla Cake Mix, Pamela's Classic Vanilla Cake Mix, Cherrybrook Kitchen, Namaste Foods Vanilla Cake Mix, Hodgson Mill Yellow Cake Mix (Most of these cake mixes run $3-8)

All Natural Cake Mixes: Naturally Nora Yellow Cake Mix, MOM Brands, WOW Baking Company

Organic Cake Mixes: Arrowhead Mills Organic Yellow Cake Mix, Dr. Oetker White Cake Mix

Nutrition

Calories: 225kcalCarbohydrates: 36gProtein: 3gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gTrans Fat: 0.2gSodium: 317mgPotassium: 65mgFiber: 1gSugar: 19gVitamin A: 1589IUVitamin C: 0.4mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 1mg

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What Are Pumpkin Cake Pops?

Pumpkin cake pops are small, round balls of cake that are coated in a layer of creamy frosting and decorated with festive fall colors and designs. The cake itself is made with pumpkin puree, which gives it a deliciously moist and flavorful texture. The frosting can be made with cream cheese, buttercream, or any other frosting of your choice. Once the cake and frosting are combined, the mixture is rolled into small balls, placed on a stick, and dipped in a layer of chocolate or candy coating. From there, the cake pops can be decorated with sprinkles, candies, or other edible decorations to make them look as festive as they taste.

How to Make Pumpkin Cake Pops

To make our delicious fall cake pops you will need:

white cake mix
pumpkin puree (not pumpkin pie filling)
water
egg whites
cinnamon
cloves
nutmeg
ginger
oil (can substitute greek yogurt)
vanilla frosting
white chocolate chips or 1-2 bags vanilla melting chips
Orange and green natural food coloring
Shredded unsweetened coconut
Lollipop sticks

Preheat Your Oven and Prepare Your Cake

To begin, preheat your oven to 350 degrees F. Mix the cake mix, pumpkin puree, and spices together in a bowl until well combined. Pour the mixture into a greased 9x13 inch baking dish and bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

Time to Make Your Cake Mix Pops

Once the cake has cooled, crumble it into a large mixing bowl. Add the softened butter and frosting to the bowl and mix until well combined. Gradually add the powdered sugar to the mixture until it forms a dough-like consistency.

Roll the cake mixture into small balls and place them on a baking sheet lined with wax paper. Insert a lollipop stick into each ball and place the sheet in the freezer for at least 30 minutes.

Melt the Chocolate

In the meantime, melt the candy melts or chocolate chips in a microwave-safe bowl. Dip each cake pop into the melted chocolate, coating it evenly. Place the cake pops back onto the wax paper-lined baking sheet and decorate with sprinkles or other edible decorations before the chocolate hardens.

Fun Decorating Ideas Fr Your Cake Pops

Now that you know how to make pumpkin cake pops, it's time to get creative with the decorations. I decorated ours with toasted coconut flakes. But here are a few fun ideas to make your cake pops stand out:

Use fall-colored sprinkles, such as orange, red, and yellow, to give your cake pops a festive look.
Use edible markers to draw on faces, designs, or other fun patterns. This is a great option if you're making cake pops for Halloween.
Use small candies, like candy corn or mini M&Ms, to create fun designs on your cake pops.
Drizzle additional melted chocolate or candy coating on top of the cake pops for a decorative touch.
Wrap each cake pop in a clear plastic bag and tie with a festive ribbon for a cute gift idea.

This recipe idea came from Without Adornment. We loved her simple and healthy recipes!

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