These adorable snowman cake pops combine leftover vanilla cake and crushed Oreo cookies for a deliciously moist and chocolatey centre, all coated in a smooth layer of creamy white chocolate. Perfect for Christmas parties, gifting or a fun baking activity with kids, these cute little snowmen are as easy to make as they are to enjoy. Ready in just over an hour, these no-bake Christmas desserts are perfect for a last minute treat.
How to Make Snowman Cake Pops
- The first job is to make the chocolate ganache. Break the white chocolate into small chunks and put in a bowl. Put the double cream in a saucepan and bring to the boil before pouring over the white chocolate. Stir the mix until it’s combined and then set aside. Don’t let this set too hard – you want it to be the consistency of peanut butter so you can mix it into the cake crumbs.
- While the ganache is cooling, place the Oreo cookies in a food processor and pulse until fine crumbs are formed. Set aside. If you don’t have a food processor don’t worry – you can put the cookies into a sandwich bag and bash them with a rolling pin until they’re in the fine crumb stage. This is great if you’re having one of those days!
- In a large bowl, crumble the vanilla muffins with your hands or a fork until they form small crumbs.
- Add the processed Oreo crumbs to the muffin crumbs. Add the ganache, a little at a time, and mix everything with your hands until a homogeneous dough forms that is easy to shape into a ball.
- Divide the mixture into 16 equal portions and shape them into balls with your hands. Pop them on a tray and into the freezer for 10 minutes to firm up.
- Thread two balls onto each stick or straw to form the snowman’s body.
- Pop them back into the freezer, and freeze for at least 1 hour, or until they are well chilled and firm.
- Melt the white chocolate in the microwave or over a double boiler (bowl over a pan of simmering water). Once melted, dip each cake pop in the white chocolate, making sure to coat the balls completely.
- Let the white chocolate dry completely before decorating.
- Melt a small amount of dark chocolate and, using a piping bag or toothpick, draw the snowman’s eyes, mouth, and buttons. Place a gummy or sprinkle for the snowman’s nose.
- Put the decorated cake pops in the refrigerator so the chocolate can fully set and harden, then you can enjoy your festive snack!
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Cute Snowman Cake Pops
Equipment
- Mixing Bowl
- Small saucepan
- Greaseproof Paper
- Small Bowl
- Baking Sheet
Ingredients
- 100 grams white chocolate
- 35 mililitres double cream
- 10 vanilla muffins/equivalent leftover cake
- 8 Oreo cookies
- 400 grams white chocolate (2 1/2 cups approx)
- 50 grams dark chocolate for the decoration
- Gummies or sprinkles for the snowman nose
Instructions
- The first job is to make the chocolate ganache. Break the white chocolate into small chunks and put in a bowl. Put the double cream in a saucepan and bring to the boil before pouring over the white chocolate. Stir the mix until it's combined and then set aside. Don't let this set too hard – you want it to be the consistency of peanut butter so you can mix it into the cake crumbs
- While the ganache is cooling, place the Oreo cookies in a food processor and pulse until fine crumbs are formed. Set aside. If you don't have a food processor, you can put the cookies into a sandwich bag and bash them with a rolling pin until they're in the fine crumb stage.
- In a large bowl, crumble the vanilla muffins with your hands or a fork until they form small crumbs.
- Add the processed Oreo crumbs to the muffin crumbs. Add the ganache, a little at a time, and mix everything with your hands until a homogeneous dough forms that is easy to shape into a ball.
- Divide the mixture into 16 equal portions and shape them into balls with your hands. Pop them on a tray and into the freezer for 10 minutes to firm up.
- Thread two balls onto each stick or straw to form the snowman’s body.
- Pop them back into the freezer, and freeze for at least 1 hour, or until they are well chilled and firm.
- Melt the white chocolate in the microwave or over a double boiler (bowl over a pan of simmering water). Once melted, dip each cake pop in the white chocolate, making sure to coat the balls completely.
- Let the white chocolate dry completely before decorating.
- Melt a small amount of dark chocolate and, using a piping bag or toothpick, draw the snowman’s eyes, mouth, and buttons. Place a gummy or sprinkle for the snowman’s nose.
- Put the decorated cake pops in the refrigerator so the chocolate can fully set and harden, then you can enjoy your festive snack!
How to Store Cake Pops
The cake pops can be stored at room temperature in an air tight container. They will last for up to a week once they have been made.
How to Transport Cake Pops
If you need to transport cake pops, they will be absolutely fine laid down in a tupperware or other container once the candy melt coating has set.
Can You Make Cake Pops in Advance?
Yes! You can make these and freeze them for up to 6 weeks. Just make sure you give them time and space to thaw out before you enjoy them. Be aware that the paper straws might not last well through the freezing and thawing process.
It’s easier than you think to make these cute snowman cake pops and this easy recipe is a great activity to do with kids, reducing food waste and creating something delicious.
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