It’s almost Thanksgiving, and you know what that means… time to unleash your inner baker and whip up some festive treats!
Today, we’re ditching the traditional pumpkin pie (don’t worry, we still love you, pie!) and diving headfirst into a world of adorable, delicious, and oh-so-festive Cake Pops for Thanksgiving! 🎉
So tasty 😊
These bite-sized treats are perfect for adding a festive touch to your dessert spread. Easy to make, super cute, and delicious—what’s not to love? Think moist cake, creamy frosting, and a whole lot of holiday cheer, all rolled into one adorable pop!
Ingredients Used to Make Cake Pops for Thanksgiving
Get your taste buds ready for a treat! Here’s what you’ll need to whip up these cute pops:
- 1 box of cake mix (any flavor): This forms the delicious base of our cake pops, baked to golden perfection.
- 1 tub of frosting (your choice): This helps bind the cake crumbs into perfectly moist cake balls.
- Candy melts (in autumn colors): These will give your cake pops a beautiful, seasonal coating.
- Lollipop sticks: The key to turning your cake balls into fun, portable pops.
- Thanksgiving-themed sprinkles and decorations: For that cute and festive finishing touch.
- Styrofoam block: To hold the cake pops upright as they set.
How to Make Cake Pops for Thanksgiving
- Bake the Cake: Follow the instructions on your cake mix box to bake the cake. Allow it to cool completely.
- Crumble and Combine: Crumble the cooled cake into a large bowl until you have fine crumbs. Mix in the frosting gradually until the mixture holds together when formed into a ball.
- Form the Cake Balls: Roll the mixture into small balls, about 1 inch in size. Place them on a baking sheet and chill in the freezer for about 15 minutes to firm them up.
- Prepare the Candy Melts: Melt the candy melts according to the package instructions. Dip the end of each lollipop stick into the melted candy and insert it into a cake ball to help secure the stick.
- Coat and Decorate: Dip each cake ball into the melted candy coating, turning to coat completely. Gently tap off any excess and quickly add your sprinkles or decorations before the coating sets.
- Set and Serve: Place the cake pops in the Styrofoam block to dry and set completely. Once set, they’re ready to be displayed and enjoyed!
There you go – festive and fun Cake Pops for Thanksgiving! These little treats are not only delicious but also a great way to get creative in the kitchen. Perfect for sharing, these cake pops will be a hit at any Thanksgiving gathering (more perfect with some Chocolate Mousse – I feel so). Enjoy!
Quick Dessert Recipe
- Preparation Time: 30 minutes
- Inactive Time: 15 minutes (cooling and setting)
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Author: Jen Sharpin | So Damn Delish
- Yield: 24 cake pops
Delight guests with festive cake pops for Thanksgiving! Learn to make these adorable turkey-themed treats – perfect for holiday gatherings & dessert tables.
Ingredients:
- 1 box of cake mix (any flavor)
- 1 tub of frosting (your choice)
- Candy melts (in autumn colors)
- Lollipop sticks
- Thanksgiving-themed sprinkles and decorations
- Styrofoam block
Instructions:
- Bake and cool the cake.
- Crumble cake and mix with frosting.
- Roll into balls and freeze for 15 minutes.
- Insert sticks into cake balls using melted candy.
- Dip in candy melts and decorate.
- Let’s sit and enjoy.
Notes:
- Customize your cake pops with different flavors and decorations.
- Add edible glitter, tiny turkey toppers, or pumpkin-shaped candies to make them even more festive!
At So Damn Delish, I’m all about making your holiday desserts fun and flavorful. Explore more of my Thanksgiving recipes and find the perfect treats to share with your loved ones!
