Ingredients
– 4 cups crumbled chocolate cake for forming the moist, fudgy base of these homemade cake pops
– 1/2 cup frosting for acting as the binder to hold the mixture together without sogginess
– 200g Cadbury Dairy Milk chocolate bars for melting into the signature smooth coating for classic Cadbury taste
– 1 tsp vegetable oil or coconut oil for thinning the melted chocolate for easy dipping and glossy finish
– 20-25 lollipop sticks for providing the handy handle for eating and display
– 1/4 cup toppings for adding crunch and visual appeal to your easy cake pops
Instructions
1-Step 1: Prepare Your Mise en Place Start by crumbling the store-bought chocolate cake into a large mixing bowl. Remove any hard edges for a smooth texture in your cake pops recipe. Measure out the 1/2 cup frosting and set aside lollipop sticks and toppings. This setup keeps your no bake Cadbury cake pops assembly quick and mess-free. Work in a cool kitchen to prevent chocolate from melting early.
2-Step 2: Mix the Cake Pop Dough Add the frosting to the cake crumbs. Use your hands or a spoon to mix until it forms a dough-like consistency that holds shape when squeezed. If too dry, add a teaspoon more frosting; if sticky, sprinkle in cake crumbs. Taste a pinch and adjust for sweetness. This step creates the fudgy center that defines homemade Cadbury cake pops. For vegan adaptations, use plant-based frosting here.
3-Step 3: Shape the Balls Roll the dough into 1-inch (20g) balls using clean hands. Place them on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Insert a lollipop stick halfway into each ball after a 15-minute fridge chill. This prevents slipping during dipping. Aim for uniform size for even coating in your chocolate cake pops. Gluten-free dough works the same way.
4-Step 4: Chill the Pops Freeze the stuck balls for 15-20 minutes. This firms them up for perfect dipping. Meanwhile, chop the 200g Cadbury chocolate into small pieces for even melting. Pro tip: Use a microwave-safe bowl and stir every 30 seconds at 50% power to avoid scorching.
5-Step 5: Melt and Dip in Cadbury Chocolate Combine melted Cadbury chocolate with 1 tsp oil. Dip each chilled pop into the chocolate, tapping gently to remove excess. Let it swirl for a seamless finish on your Cadbury Dairy Milk cake pops. Add toppings immediately while wet. For low-calorie, thin less for thinner coat. Inspired by recipes like those at Cadbury cake pops, this method ensures pro results.
6-Step 6: Set and Serve Stand pops upright in a styrofoam block or insert sticks into a colander over a bowl. Refrigerate for 1 hour until set. Serve chilled for crunchy exterior and soft center contrast. These easy Cadbury cake pops shine at events. Store extras as noted below. Yields 20-25 perfect pops every time.
Last Step:
Please leave a rating and comment letting us know how you liked this recipe! This helps our business to thrive and continue providing free, high-quality recipes for you.Notes
๐ช Chill the cake balls thoroughly before dipping – this prevents them from falling off the sticks and helps the coating set faster
๐ Work in small batches when dipping to keep the chocolate at the right temperature and prevent it from getting too thick
โจ If chocolate coating is too thick, add a little more vegetable oil to thin it out for smoother dipping
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Chilling time: 2 hours 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-bake
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cake pop
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 16g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
