Witch's Cauldron Halloween Cake Pops

Witch's Cauldron Halloween Cake Pops
165 min.
35
245kcal

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Get ready to cast a spell on your taste buds with these bewitching Witch's Cauldron Halloween Cake Pops! These spooky treats are the perfect addition to your Halloween party spread, and they're sure to impress both kids and adults alike. With a rich, dark chocolate cake base and a creamy chocolate frosting, these cake pops are a chocolate lover's dream. The real magic happens when you dip them in black candy melts, creating a hauntingly delicious exterior. But wait, there's more! A touch of green candy melt and a clever licorice handle transforms these treats into miniature cauldrons, perfect for stirring up some Halloween fun.

The process of making these cake pops is a delightful adventure. You'll start by baking a delicious chocolate cake, then crumbling it into a bowl to create a moist and crumbly base. The addition of frosting binds everything together, allowing you to shape the mixture into perfectly round balls. After a quick chill in the fridge, it's time for the transformation! Dip each cake pop into the melted black candy, then add the green candy and licorice handle to complete the cauldron effect. These treats are not only delicious but also visually stunning, making them the perfect centerpiece for your Halloween dessert table.

Whether you're hosting a Halloween party or just looking for a fun baking project, these Witch's Cauldron Halloween Cake Pops are sure to be a hit. With their enchanting appearance and mouthwatering flavor, they're the perfect treat to celebrate the spookiest time of the year. So, gather your ingredients, put on your witch's hat, and get ready to create some magical cake pops that will have everyone under your spell!

Ingredients

  • box chocolate cake mix dark
  • 16 oz chocolate frosting 
  • 4.5 cups candy melts black
  • teaspoons shortening 
  • cup candy melts green
  • 35  you will also need: parchment paper 
  • serving licorice rounds black cut into 35 (2-inch) pieces
  • serving weight cream cheese 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • baking sheet
  • oven
  • microwave
  • lollipop sticks

Directions

  1. Make and bake cake mix as directed on box for 13x9-inch pan, using water, oil and eggs. Cool. Line cookie sheet with waxed paper. Crumble cake into large bowl.
  2. Add frosting; mix well. Shape into 2-inch balls; place on cookie sheet. Freeze until firm; keep refrigerated.
  3. In medium microwavable bowl, microwave black candy melts and 4 teaspoons of the shortening uncovered on Medium (50%) 1 minute, then in 15-second intervals, until melted; stir until smooth. Repeat with green candy melts and remaining 2 teaspoons shortening. Dip tip of 1 lollipop stick about 1/2 inch into melted black candy and insert stick into 1 cake ball no more than halfway. Repeat. Return to cookie sheet. Refrigerate 5 minutes.
  4. Remove from refrigerator a few at a time. Dip cake balls in black candy (do not tap off excess).
  5. Place cake balls, tops down, on cookie sheet.
  6. Let stand until set.
  7. Spoon green candy onto flat side of each cake ball. Immediately attach licorice to look like handle. Poke opposite end of stick into foam block.
  8. Let stand until set.

Nutrition Facts

Calories245kcal
Protein4.41%
Fat34.75%
Carbs60.84%

Properties

Glycemic Index
0
Glycemic Load
0
Inflammation Score
-1
Nutrition Score
3.5291303916146%

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:245.29kcal
12.26%
Fat:9.6g
14.77%
Saturated Fat:5.29g
33.05%
Carbohydrates:37.82g
12.61%
Net Carbohydrates:37.06g
13.48%
Sugar:21.81g
24.23%
Cholesterol:1.71mg
0.57%
Sodium:250.57mg
10.89%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:2.74g
5.48%
Selenium:6.99µg
9.99%
Manganese:0.18mg
8.99%
Vitamin B1:0.12mg
8.1%
Iron:1.38mg
7.66%
Vitamin B3:1.24mg
6.22%
Folate:24.13µg
6.03%
Phosphorus:59.1mg
5.91%
Vitamin B2:0.09mg
5.52%
Copper:0.1mg
5.16%
Magnesium:12.33mg
3.08%
Fiber:0.75g
3.02%
Calcium:28.59mg
2.86%
Vitamin E:0.39mg
2.61%
Potassium:81.79mg
2.34%
Zinc:0.27mg
1.81%