Description
Every Halloween, my family and I dive into the spirit of the season with an array of spooky treats, but nothing has brought us together quite like making Mummy Cake Pops. Picture this: it’s a chilly October evening, the leaves are crunching underfoot, and we’re all gathered in the kitchen, laughing and chatting while creating these adorable little monsters. The kids’ eyes lit up with excitement as they watched me dip cake pops into white chocolate, giggling every time I added another “bandage” of melted chocolate. When we finally tasted them, the smile on my youngest’s face was priceless—he declared them “the best mummy in the whole world!” It’s moments like these that remind me how food can bring joy and create lasting memories. If you’re looking for a fun, festive activity this Halloween that results in delicious treats, let’s dive into this easy Mummy Cake Pops recipe!
Ingredients
- For the Cake Pops:
- 1 box of chocolate cake mix (plus ingredients called for on the box)
- 1 cup of frosting (store-bought or homemade)
- 1 bag of lollipop sticks (about 6 inches long)
- For the Coating:
- 1 bag of white chocolate chips or white candy melts
- Black icing or chocolate (for eyes)
Instructions
Making Mummy Cake Pops is as much about having fun as it is about following the steps, so let’s get started!
- Bake the Cake:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare a 9×13-inch baking pan according to the cake mix instructions.
- Mix the cake batter as directed on the box and pour it into the prepared pan. Bake according to package instructions, usually around 30-35 minutes.
- Once baked, let the cake cool completely on a wire rack.
- Prepare the Cake Pop Mixture:
- Crumble the cooled cake into a large bowl. You want it to be nice and fine, almost like sand.
- Add the frosting to the crumbled cake, starting with half a cup. Mix until fully combined. The mixture should be moist but not overly sticky.
- Form the Cake Pops:
- Use your hands to roll the mixture into balls, about 1 inch in size. Place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Once all the balls are formed, insert a lollipop stick into each ball about halfway through.
- Chill:
- Place the cake pops in the fridge for about 30 minutes, or until firm.
- Coat the Cake Pops:
- Melt the white chocolate chips or candy melts in a microwave-safe bowl. Heat in 30-second intervals, stirring in between, until smooth and completely melted.
- Dip each cake pop into the melted chocolate, ensuring they’re fully coated. Gently tap to remove any excess chocolate.
- Create Mummy Wrappings:
- Before the coating sets, use a piping bag (or a ziplock bag with the corner cut off) to drizzle additional melted white chocolate over the pops in a crisscross pattern to mimic mummy bandages.
- Add the Eyes:
- Once the chocolate has set slightly but is still soft, use black icing or melted chocolate to place two dots for eyes on each mummy pop.
- Let Them Set:
- Allow the cake pops to sit at room temperature until the chocolate coating is fully hardened.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 30-35 minutes
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 12
- Calories: 230