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Irresistible Cake Pop Drumsticks Recipe Easy Homemade Chocolate Treats

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These cake pop drumsticks are a quick and easy homemade chocolate treat combining moist cake crumbs with a rich chocolate coating, perfect for parties and family gatherings.

Ingredients

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  • 1 box of yellow or chocolate cake mix (about 15.25 oz / 432 g)
  • 3 large eggs, room temperature
  • 1/2 cup (120 ml) vegetable oil
  • 1 cup (240 ml) water
  • 2 cups (about 300 g) cake crumbs, crumbled from baked cake
  • 1/2 cup (120 g) cream cheese, softened
  • 2 cups (340 g) semi-sweet chocolate chips or chopped chocolate
  • 2 tbsp (30 g) coconut oil or vegetable shortening
  • Wooden drumstick sticks or sturdy lollipop sticks
  • Optional sprinkles, crushed nuts, or edible glitter for garnish

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Prepare the cake batter according to the box instructions—combine 1 box of cake mix, 3 large eggs, 1/2 cup vegetable oil, and 1 cup water in a large bowl. Mix until smooth, about 2-3 minutes.
  2. Pour batter into a greased 9×13 inch (23×33 cm) pan and bake for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean. Let the cake cool completely (about 1 hour).
  3. Crumble the cooled cake into fine crumbs in a large bowl. Add 1/2 cup softened cream cheese and mix thoroughly until the mixture holds together when pressed. Adjust with more cream cheese or cake crumbs if needed.
  4. Take about 2 tablespoons (30 g) of the cake mixture and form it into an oval shape about the size of a chicken drumstick. Repeat with the remaining mixture and place on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
  5. Carefully insert wooden sticks about halfway into each cake pop drumstick. Chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes to firm up.
  6. In a microwave-safe bowl, combine 2 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips and 2 tablespoons coconut oil. Microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring well each time, until smooth and glossy. Alternatively, melt in a double boiler.
  7. Remove chilled drumsticks from the fridge. Holding the stick, dip each cake pop drumstick into the melted chocolate, covering completely. Let excess chocolate drip off and place back on parchment paper. Add decorations if desired before chocolate sets.
  8. Allow drumsticks to cool at room temperature or refrigerate for 15-20 minutes until the coating hardens with a snap.
  9. Serve and enjoy. Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days or freeze for up to 3 months.

Notes

Chill the shaped drumsticks before dipping to prevent breakage and ensure a smooth chocolate coating. Melt chocolate in short bursts to avoid burning. Adding coconut oil thins the chocolate and helps it harden with a shiny finish. Use fine cake crumbs for best texture. Store in airtight container refrigerated up to 5 days or freeze up to 3 months.

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