School of Fish Cake Pops

School of Fish Cake Pops
260 min.
54
171kcal

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Get ready to dive into a delightful treat that will make your next gathering a splash! Introducing the School of Fish Cake Pops, a whimsical and fun dessert that’s perfect for parties, school events, or just a creative afternoon in the kitchen. These adorable cake pops are not only visually appealing but also bursting with flavor, making them a hit among both kids and adults alike.

Imagine a soft, moist cake crumbled and mixed with creamy frosting, shaped into playful fish forms, and coated in vibrant, colorful candy melts. Each bite is a delightful combination of sweetness and texture, enhanced by the playful addition of fruity cereal and confetti candies that bring these little sea creatures to life. With a total of 54 servings, you’ll have plenty to share, or to keep all to yourself!

Whether you’re looking to impress guests at your next antipasti spread, serve a unique starter, or simply enjoy a fun snack, these cake pops are sure to be the star of the show. Plus, they’re surprisingly easy to make, allowing you to unleash your creativity in the kitchen. So gather your ingredients, roll up your sleeves, and let’s make a splash with these School of Fish Cake Pops!

Ingredients

  • box cake mix yellow
  • 12 oz cream cheese frosting 
  • 12 oz candy melts melted
  • 12 oz candy melts green melted
  • 12 oz candy melts melted
  • tablespoons shortening 
  • 54  you will also need: parchment paper 
  • serving plums green
  • 54 pieces corn flakes/bran flakes fruity
  • serving m&m candies black
  • serving weight cream cheese 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • baking sheet
  • oven
  • ziploc bags
  • lollipop sticks

Directions

  1. Make and bake cake mix as directed on box for 13x9-inch pan, using water, oil and eggs. Cool. Line 2 cookie sheets with waxed paper. Crumble cake into large bowl.
  2. Add frosting; mix well. Shape into 1 1/4-inch balls; place on 1 cookie sheet. Freeze until firm; keep refrigerated.
  3. In 3 separate bowls, stir each color melted candy and 1 tablespoon shortening until smooth. Spoon 1/4 cup of each color candy into separate resealable food-storage plastic bag; seal bag.
  4. Cut off small corner of bag; squeeze bag to pipe fish fins onto prepared cookie sheet. Refrigerate 5 minutes.
  5. Dip tip of 1 lollipop stick about 1/2 inch into melted candy and insert stick into 1 cake ball no more than halfway. Return to cookie sheet. Refrigerate 5 minutes.
  6. Remove from refrigerator 1 at a time. Dip cake ball into melted candy to cover; tap off excess. Coat with sanding sugar. Immediately attach candy fins, cereal for mouth and confetti for eyes. Poke opposite end of stick into foam block.
  7. Let stand until set.

Nutrition Facts

Calories171kcal
Protein5.54%
Fat24.95%
Carbs69.51%

Properties

Glycemic Index
2.05
Glycemic Load
0.56
Inflammation Score
-1
Nutrition Score
3.365652140068%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
0.16mg
Peonidin
0.01mg
Catechin
0.08mg
Epigallocatechin
0.01mg
Epicatechin
0.09mg
Epicatechin 3-gallate
0.02mg
Epigallocatechin 3-gallate
0.01mg
Quercetin
0.03mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:170.51kcal
8.53%
Fat:4.71g
7.25%
Saturated Fat:2.79g
17.46%
Carbohydrates:29.55g
9.85%
Net Carbohydrates:28.86g
10.5%
Sugar:13.89g
15.43%
Cholesterol:1.75mg
0.58%
Sodium:204.66mg
8.9%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:2.36g
4.71%
Vitamin B1:0.13mg
8.98%
Manganese:0.18mg
8.87%
Selenium:6.2µg
8.86%
Folate:29.67µg
7.42%
Vitamin B3:1.43mg
7.16%
Vitamin B2:0.11mg
6.42%
Iron:1.14mg
6.31%
Phosphorus:50.29mg
5.03%
Calcium:30.32mg
3.03%
Fiber:0.69g
2.75%
Copper:0.04mg
2.13%
Magnesium:7.37mg
1.84%
Vitamin B6:0.03mg
1.54%
Zinc:0.22mg
1.43%
Vitamin B12:0.06µg
1.06%