Gluten-Free Confetti Cake Pops Recipe

Introduction

These gluten-free confetti cake pops are a delightful treat that combines fun sprinkles with rich white chocolate coating. Perfect for parties or a sweet snack, they offer a moist cake center wrapped in creamy frosting and a crisp outer shell.

Ingredients

• 1/2 cup (99g) vegetable oil
• 3 large eggs, at room temperature
• 1 cup (227g) milk, at room temperature
• 1 package King Arthur Gluten-Free Confetti Cake Mix
• 1 1/2 cups (170g) confectioners’ sugar
• 8 tablespoons (113g) unsalted butter, softened
• pinch of table salt
• 1 teaspoon King Arthur Pure Vanilla Extract
• 1 tablespoon heavy cream
• about 1 pound (454g) white chocolate, chopped; or white candy melts*
• gluten-free sprinkles
• 40 lollipop sticks

Instructions

1. Step 1: Preheat the oven to 350°F. Lightly grease the bottom (but not the sides) of a 9” x 13” cake pan.
2. Step 2: In a large bowl or stand mixer bowl, beat together the vegetable oil, eggs, and milk until frothy.
3. Step 3: Add the cake mix and beat on medium speed until the batter becomes thick, smooth, and lightened in color, about 1 minute. Scrape the bowl as needed.
4. Step 4: Pour the batter into the prepared pan and bake for 26 to 28 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
5. Step 5: Remove from the oven and allow the cake to cool completely.
6. Step 6: To make the frosting, beat the confectioners’ sugar, softened butter, salt, vanilla extract, and heavy cream together until smooth and fluffy.
7. Step 7: Crumble the cooled cake into fine crumbs by hand or using a mixer.
8. Step 8: Add about two-thirds of the frosting (approximately 200g) to the crumbs and mix until fully incorporated. Add more frosting if needed for the mixture to hold together when squeezed.
9. Step 9: Roll heaping tablespoons of the cake-frosting mixture into firm balls and place them on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
10. Step 10: Cover the cake balls and refrigerate until firm, about 2 hours or overnight.
11. Step 11: Melt the white chocolate in a heat-safe bowl over simmering water or in the microwave in short 20- to 30-second increments until smooth.
12. Step 12: Dip a lollipop stick into the melted chocolate and insert it about three-fourths of the way into each cake ball. Repeat with all sticks and cake balls.
13. Step 13: Refrigerate the cake pops until the chocolate around the stick is set, about 10 to 15 minutes.
14. Step 14: Dip each cake pop into the melted chocolate until completely coated. Shake off excess chocolate and place on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
15. Step 15: Immediately decorate with gluten-free sprinkles before the chocolate starts to set.
16. Step 16: Repeat the dipping and decorating process with the remaining cake pops.
17. Step 17: Allow the cake pops to set completely at room temperature before serving.

Tips & Variations

• Use white candy melts instead of white chocolate for easier melting and a firmer coating.
• To ensure the cake pops hold well on sticks, avoid adding too much frosting which can make them heavy and prone to falling off.
• Experiment with different gluten-free sprinkles or add a dash of almond extract to the frosting for a subtle twist.

Storage

Store coated and decorated cake pops in an airtight container. They keep well at room temperature for a couple of days, in the refrigerator for up to a week, or in the freezer for as long as three months. Make sure to defrost completely before serving.

How to Serve

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I make these cake pops dairy-free?

Yes, substitute the butter with a dairy-free alternative and use a plant-based milk to make the frosting and cake dairy-free. Choose dairy-free white chocolate or candy melts as well.

How do I prevent cake pops from falling off the sticks?

Make sure the cake and frosting mixture is firm enough to hold together but not too dense. Chill the cake balls before inserting sticks and dip the sticks first in melted chocolate for a secure grip.

Gluten-Free Confetti Cake Pops Recipe

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These Gluten-Free Confetti Cake Pops are a delightful, colorful treat perfect for any celebration. Made with King Arthur’s gluten-free confetti cake mix, they are coated in creamy white chocolate and decorated with gluten-free sprinkles. The recipe combines a moist and fluffy cake with a smooth buttercream frosting to form cake balls that are then dipped and decorated to create fun, portable pop-style desserts. Ideal for those avoiding gluten but still looking for a festive and sweet treat.

• Author: Natalie
• Prep Time: 25 minutes
• Cook Time: 28 minutes
• Total Time: 3 hours 15 minutes
• Yield: 40 cake pops 1x
• Category: Dessert
• Method: Baking
• Cuisine: American
• Diet: Gluten Free

Ingredients

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Cake

• 1/2 cup (99g) vegetable oil
• 3 large eggs, at room temperature
• 1 cup (227g) milk, at room temperature
• 1 package King Arthur Gluten-Free Confetti Cake Mix

Frosting

• 1 1/2 cups (170g) confectioners’ sugar
• 8 tablespoons (113g) unsalted butter, softened
• pinch of table salt
• 1 teaspoon King Arthur Pure Vanilla Extract
• 1 tablespoon heavy cream

Coating and Decoration

• about 1 pound (454g) white chocolate, chopped; or white candy melts
• gluten-free sprinkles
• 40 lollipop sticks

Instructions

1. Prepare the cake: Preheat your oven to 350°F. Lightly grease the bottom (not the sides) of a 9” x 13” cake pan to prevent sticking while maintaining good cake texture.
2. Mix wet ingredients: In a large bowl or your stand mixer’s bowl, beat the vegetable oil, eggs, and milk together until the mixture is frothy, which helps aerate the batter for a lighter cake.
3. Add cake mix: Incorporate the gluten-free confetti cake mix into the wet ingredients, beating on medium speed until the batter becomes thick, smooth, and lighter in color, roughly 1 minute; scrape the bowl as necessary to ensure even mixing.
4. Bake the cake: Pour the batter into the prepared pan and bake for 26 to 28 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean, indicating doneness.
5. Cool the cake: Remove the cake from the oven and allow it to cool completely before proceeding, to prevent melting the frosting later.
6. Make the frosting: Beat the confectioners’ sugar, softened butter, salt, vanilla extract, and heavy cream in a large bowl or stand mixer until the mixture is smooth and fluffy, creating a creamy buttercream.
7. Crumble the cake: In a large bowl, crumble the cooled cake into fine crumbs using your hands or a mixer, preparing it to combine with the frosting seamlessly.
8. Combine cake and frosting: Add about two-thirds of the frosting (approximately 200g) to the cake crumbs and stir thoroughly. If needed, add more frosting until the mixture holds together when squeezed without crumbling or sticking excessively, ensuring good consistency for shaping.
9. Form cake balls: Roll heaping tablespoons of the cake-frosting mixture into firm balls and place them on a parchment-lined baking sheet, preparing them for chilling.
10. Chill the cake balls: Cover the cake balls and refrigerate for about 2 hours or overnight to firm them up, making them easier to dip and decorate.
11. Melt the coating: Melt the white chocolate in a deep, heat-safe bowl or glass measuring cup using a double boiler setup over simmering water or in short 20- to 30-second microwave increments, stirring to avoid burning.
12. Insert sticks: Dip a lollipop stick into the melted chocolate and insert it about three-fourths of the way into each cake ball to secure the stick. Repeat with all sticks and cake balls.
13. Set the sticks: Refrigerate the cake pops until the chocolate around the sticks is set, approximately 10 to 15 minutes, to ensure stability during dipping.
14. Dip the cake pops: Remove 10 to 15 cake balls from the refrigerator at a time and dip each completely into the melted chocolate, letting excess chocolate drip off before placing on parchment to harden.
15. Add sprinkles: Immediately decorate the dipped cake pops with gluten-free sprinkles before the chocolate coating starts to set, so the decorations adhere well.
16. Repeat dipping and decorating: Continue dipping and decorating the remaining cake pops in batches as needed to manage the chocolate’s temperature and coating quality.
17. Let set completely: Allow the cake pops to set fully at room temperature before serving to ensure the coating is firm and ready to handle.
18. Store properly: Keep coated and decorated cake pops in an airtight container; they can be stored at room temperature for a couple of days, refrigerated up to a week, or frozen for up to three months. Defrost completely before serving.

Notes

• Make sure the eggs and milk are at room temperature to help the batter mix evenly and rise properly.
• Do not grease the sides of the cake pan to help the cake rise evenly.
• Be cautious not to add too much frosting when mixing the cake crumbs as too much will make the cake pops dense and heavy.
• Use high-quality white chocolate or candy melts specifically designed for dipping to ensure a smooth coating.
• Store cake pops at room temperature in an airtight container for best texture and flavor up to 2 days.
• Keep the melted chocolate warm but not hot to prevent hardening or clumping during dipping.

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