Raspberry Almond Cake Pops
Raspberry Almond Cake Pops are a delightful fusion of sweet and tart flavors, perfect for any celebration. These bite-sized treats feature moist cake infused with fresh raspberries and creamy almond frosting, all encased in a rich chocolate coating. Ideal for parties or as a fun afternoon treat, these colorful cake pops will impress guests and satisfy your sweet tooth. With simple ingredients and easy-to-follow steps, even novice bakers can create these charming desserts that are sure to steal the spotlight at any gathering.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: Makes approximately 24 cake pops 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
- 1 box (15.25 oz) vanilla cake mix
- 1 cup fresh raspberries, mashed
- 1 tsp almond extract
- ½ cup unsalted butter, melted
- 2 cups powdered sugar
- 12 oz chocolate melts (dark or white)
- Sprinkles for decoration (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). In a bowl, combine cake mix, water, eggs, melted butter, and almond extract until smooth.
- Pour batter into a greased 9×13 inch pan and bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Let the cake cool completely before crumbling it into fine pieces in a large bowl.
- Fold in mashed raspberries and frosting until evenly mixed.
- Roll mixture into one-inch balls and place on parchment-lined trays.
- Melt chocolate melts according to package instructions. Dip each stick in chocolate before inserting it halfway into each ball, then coat completely with melted chocolate.
- Let excess chocolate drip off and set on parchment paper to harden.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 170
- Sugar: 11g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 23g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
Keywords: Feel free to substitute almonds with hazelnuts for different flavor profiles. For an elegant touch, use white chocolate instead of dark for the coating. Add sprinkles or edible glitter to elevate the festive appearance.