Pumpkin Cake Pops are the perfect way to bring the flavors of fall to a bite-sized treat. Ella Chef first discovered the joy of cake pops during a holiday gathering where a friend served homemade pumpkin cake pops. The combination of moist pumpkin cake, sweet frosting, and the fun, poppable shape left a lasting impression on her. Ella was inspired to create her own version, adding her signature fall spices and decorating them with festive autumn colors. These pumpkin cake pops quickly became a hit in Ella’s kitchen and were shared with friends and family at every fall celebration.
Pumpkin Cake Pops Recipe
Pumpkin Cake Pops
Ingredients
Method
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×9 inch baking pan.
- In a medium bowl, mix together the flour, baking powder, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
- In a large bowl, beat together the pumpkin puree, sugar, eggs, and softened butter until well combined.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until smooth.
- Pour the batter into the prepared pan and bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Allow the cake to cool completely, then crumble the cake into fine crumbs.
- In a separate bowl, mix the crumbled cake with cream cheese and powdered sugar to form a dough-like consistency.
- Roll the mixture into small balls and insert cake pop sticks. Dip the cake pops into melted chocolate, then set them on a parchment-lined tray.
- Let the cake pops cool completely before serving.
Nutrition
Notes
How to Make Pumpkin Cake Pops
Making Pumpkin Cake Pops starts with preparing the cake. Begin by preheating your oven to 350°F (175°C) and greasing a 9×9 inch baking pan. In a medium-sized bowl, mix together the dry ingredients: flour, baking powder, cinnamon, and nutmeg. These spices will give the cake pops that signature fall flavor. In a large bowl, beat together the pumpkin puree, sugar, eggs, and softened butter until the mixture is smooth and well combined.
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing just until the batter is smooth. Pour the batter into the prepared pan and bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Once the cake is baked, let it cool completely.
Once cooled, crumble the cake into small crumbs in a large bowl. Add softened cream cheese and powdered sugar to the crumbs, mixing until you have a dough-like consistency. Roll this mixture into small balls and insert cake pop sticks into each. Dip each cake pop into melted chocolate, coating them completely, and then set them on a parchment-lined tray to cool.
Allow the cake pops to cool completely before serving. You can drizzle additional melted chocolate over the top or sprinkle with cinnamon sugar for a decorative touch.
Conclusion
Pumpkin Cake Pops are a fun and delicious fall treat that captures the essence of autumn in every bite. With their moist pumpkin cake center, creamy frosting, and chocolate coating, these cake pops are the perfect bite-sized indulgence for any fall gathering. Whether you’re serving them at a party or enjoying them as a sweet snack, pumpkin cake pops will quickly become a seasonal favorite. They combine the flavors of fall in a delightful, portable form that everyone will love!