Hardened candy coating acts as glue so it can be very helpful in preventing your cake pops from falling off the sticks. Before inserting your sticks into your chilled cake balls, dip the end of each stick into candy coating. I suggest inserting the stick about half way into the cake ball.

How do you keep cake pops from sticking to the stick?

Hardened candy coating acts as glue so it can be very helpful in preventing your cake pops from falling off the sticks. Before inserting your sticks into your chilled cake balls, dip the end of each stick into candy coating. I suggest inserting the stick about half way into the cake ball.

What are the sticks called for cake pops?

Have these Wilton lollipop sticks on hand whenever you want to make a tasty treat. Made of sturdy paper, this baking essential can be used as cake pop sticks or for chocolate lollipops made with Wilton candy melts candy and molds.

What can I use to wrap my cake pops?

Cover your cake pops with plastic wrap or wax paper, or put them in their own plastic baggies and seal them with a twist-tie or ribbon. Keep your cake pops in a cool, dry place until you serve them. If you want to store your cake pops for 2 weeks to 1 month, line a reusable plastic container with paper towels.

Will skewers work for cake pops?

Place on the prepared baking sheet. In a small bowl, melt the chocolate in the microwave in 30 second intervals, stirring after every 30 seconds until melted. Dip the lollipop or skewer sticks in the melted chocolate. Pierce each cake ball with the stick, melted chocolate side in the cake ball.

How long do you chill cake pops before dipping?

Place balls on a lined baking sheet. Refrigerate for 2 hours or freeze for 1 hour. Re-roll the chilled balls to smooth out, if needed. Place back into the fridge as you’ll only work with a couple at a time.

Can you leave cake pops in the fridge overnight before dipping?

Place the cake pops on top of the paper towel in a single layer then cover and store the cake pops in the fridge for five to seven days. Take them out of the fridge about an hour or two before you’d like to serve them so that they can come to room temperature (cake tastes best when served warm!).

Can I use paper straws for cake pops?

Using paper straws instead of plain white lollipop sticks is an easy way to make a dazzling cake pop presentation.

What are lollipop sticks made out of?

The paper sticks are generally constructed using tightly-wrapped bright white paper that has been bleached and coated with a fine layer of wax. Wrappers vary in style. Some are clear cellophane, while others are made of printed and waxed paper.

Do cake pops need to be covered?

Wrap the Cake Pops The first step is to wrap your cake pops. The best way to keep your cake pops fresh is by vacuum sealing them before placing them in the freezer. This will help them retain their moist texture without becoming soggy. But if you don’t have a vacuum sealer like this at home, no worries.

What can I use instead of lollipop sticks for cake pops?

If you don’t have lollipop sticks, or simply don’t want to use sticks, there are many options. You can use candy sticks, like cinnamon or peppermint sticks. You can insert a spoon instead. You can also simply serve the cake pops as cake balls.

Can paper straws be used for cake pops?

Should you freeze cake pops before dipping?

Before dipping the balls you want to set the stick by placing the cake pops in the freezer for 15 minutes. If you dip them and the candy melts are too hot, they will crack because of the sudden temperature change.

Do you refrigerate cake pops after decorating?

No, you do not need to refrigerate cake pops after dipping unless there are perishable fillings. Cake pops will have the best flavor and texture when left on the countertop.

How long do cake pops take to harden?

Cover with plastic wrap and place the cake balls into the fridge for at least 30-60 minutes so they can firm up. I used to put them in the freezer, but they would get too cold and would crack after the chocolate hardened.

Why are my cake pops cracking when rolling?

The most common reason why cake pops crack is because the temperature of the cake ball and the frosting you applied to it was too great. More often than not, the coating will have been too hot and the cake ball will have been too cold, although vice versa can happen.

Can I put paper straws in a cake?

Since plastic straws are basically ruining the earth, I’ve been trying to avoid them when possible. I was extremely pleased to find out that paper straws work just as well as plastic to support a tiered cake and to hold a layered cake together. They’re a little more expensive but will not kill all the turtles.

How long should I chill my cake pops before dipping?

15 minutes
Before dipping the balls you want to set the stick by placing the cake pops in the freezer for 15 minutes. If you dip them and the candy melts are too hot, they will crack because of the sudden temperature change.