These are wonderful tips and very nicely explained! My first attempt at cake pops was rather interesting but I feel a lot more confident to try it again now.
Thank you so much for this video... I made cake pops before and ran into all of these problems and didn't know how to fix them. This video corrected all my mistakes thank you so much ! Life saver !
I’m glad that you found the video helpful! Yes, you can freeze your cake pops but you’ll want to let them come close to room temperature before you dip them. Don’t dip them while they’re still frozen! Hope this helps 💕
dearest, you know i learned alot about making cake pops the right way, i am planning to make one and good thing i found your video, now if i ever encountered those cake pops fails, i will def know what to do next, NEW SUBS here! mooore videos! thanks!...
Very nice video, thanks for showing us how to fix mistakes and explaining why they happen. I just made my first cake pops and 8 out of 12 came out pretty well for a first attempt!
I’m glad this video was helpful as you made your first batch of cake pops. I know how difficult they can be, so it sounds like you did a GREAT job on your first try! Thanks for watching 💕
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@@AsiaCoffee thanks for the tips! a few weeks ago i tried and it was a fail. i will definitely be trying out these tips later today! i subscribed as well, great channel!💗
Hi I have a really good cake recipe but it used oil now I made the cake pops and it flop is it the oil in the cake or is it the chocolate I have used please help me
@@AnnemarieGeyser The oil in the cake recipe should not be the issue. It could be the amount of icing you’ve used to form the dough or it could be the chocolate. When you say “flop”, what do you mean? What’s happening?
Shortening was added to thin out/loosen the candy coating. Coconut oil is a comparable alternative, but only add a little bit at a time. Thanks for watching!
I never store my cake pops in a freezer. Doing so may cause them to crack if they’re already dipped and decorated. I would recommend using the refrigerator instead!
If you don't have vegetable shortening, use a bit of coconut oil to thin the coating; not butter. Oil-based food coloring is best, but you can use a very small amount of gel food color. Don't use liquid food color! It will cause the coating to seize up. Best of luck!
You’re sitting the cake balls on a flat surface (plate, sheet pan or cake board) before placing them in the fridge to set, so you’ll automatically have a flatter side. I recommend inserting the pop stick into this flatter side. The bottom of the cake pops (where the stick goes) will be slightly flatter, but it should not be extreme. I hope this helps! 💕
Yes, you can use a little bit of coconut oil instead of the solid vegetable shortening. Be careful: a little bit goes a long way, so use a small amount. Thanks for watching!
No, that’s not ok. Did you put them in the refrigerator? If so, sounds like you left them in too long and they got really cold. If this happens, they will sweat when you take them out and allow them to sit. Think: Gallon of milk on a counter for 30 minutes….
Is this almond bark that already has pieces of almond in it OR is this chocolate that you’ve used to make almond bark in the past? I’m trying to understand.
Unfortunately, you can’t use liquid food coloring in your chocolate or candy coating. Doing so will cause your coating to seize up. I would recommend using candy coloring or oil based food color instead. I don’t see any issue with you using a small amount of whipped cream instead of icing/frosting. Best of luck!
You would do better to use real chocolate intended for covering. Chocolate chips meant only for baking may not “set” like you what them to. Hope this helps!
Great question! The only other ingredient that’s used to thin candy coating (that I’m aware of) is what’s called “paramount crystals”. I’m not super familiar with it though. Thanks for watching!
Do u wait for the chocolate coating to cool off a bit before dipping the cake pop into it ? Or is it okay to dip as soon as u take it out from the microwave? Thank you
I would wait a couple of minutes after removing the coating from the microwave, especially if your cake pops are slightly chilled from being in the fridge. Thanks for watching! 💕
Hi there! I loved the video. Can you tell me what type of cake do you use for making cake pops? Sponge cake or moist cake or which one? Plz tell me! ❤️
Either kind of cake would be fine because you'll add icing to it to get the cake to clump together any way. If your cake is drier, you will need to use slightly more icing than if you start with moist cake. Thanks for watching!
When this happens, all you can really do is wipe off the oil. Excessive oil/butter in your cake and/or adding too much icing to your cake during the "doughing" process *plus* not coating the cake pop completely (especially leaving any kind of hole around the stick) could be the issue. Try modifying these things next time and let us know how that works out for you. Thanks for watching!
You can use icing you make from scratch or store-bought icing for this! Since you only need a small amount of icing, store-bought icing may be a more convenient choice. Thanks for watching!
Pretty sure I have to start over with a fresh cake but, what do I do if the cake has to much moisture? Am literally laying in bed stressing about them for tomorrow
Oh no, so sorry to hear this… 😞If the cake is too moist, you can try NOT adding any icing to the crumbs. You can also lay the unrolled crumbs out on a cookie sheet to dry out a bit; maybe about 45 minutes or so. If you’ve already rolled them and they’re still really moist, you may (unfortunately) need to start over. If you’re running low on time and just can’t start again at this point, consider ditching the stick and make them into cake balls/truffles instead. Best of luck to you! Sending positive vibes 🤗
@@AsiaCoffee they are ugly as hell, still a bit moist but, turned out pretty good! I definitely know what to improve on thanks to your help and can't wait to try again! Thank you so much! 🖤☕
No, not after dipping them completely. You may place them in the refrigerator after inserting the sticks dipped in coating to better secure the sticks before the “final dip”. Refrigerating them immediately after dipping in an effort to harden the chocolate faster may cause the coating/chocolate to develop a grayish film (referred to as bloom). It’s best to allow your cake pops to harden at room temp. Placing them in a cool refrigerator is fine after they’ve hardened at room temperature. Thanks for watching!
Oil-based color (Colour Mill) or candy coloring works best, but you can use a bit of gel-based color instead. Be sure to add it a little bit at a time to keep the candy coating from seizing!
My cake had been frozen and thawed prior to crumbling, so it was a little cold to begin with. You may place the cake balls in the refrigerator for about 10 minutes prior to the dipping/inserting the sticks. This will help to secure the stick faster. Use coconut oil (not vegetable oil or milk) to thin out the candy coating. Best of luck and thanks for watching!
The cake for the cake pops should be completely baked; not under-baked or raw in any part. Even if you over-bake the cake, it doesn’t matter because the icing will restore the moisture. Great question!
“Candy Melts” is a brand name for Wilton’s candy coating. All “Candy Melts” is candy coating, but not all candy coating is “Candy Melts”. Does that make sense? You can use regular chocolate, but to make things easier (i.e. no tempering necessary) I would look for chocolate that’s marketed as chocolate specifically for dipping. Thanks for watching!
@@AsiaCoffee i melted my chocolate with milk and it didn't set at all. I used chocolate bar and added chocolate chips. I was wondering if its because I used oreos mixture and not cake and mixed the oreo crums with milk and not cream or icing so I wondered if they were watery.
You may try it…. Due to freeze/thaw and expansion of the cake that can cause the coating to crack, this isn’t something that I would do. If you were counting on it, I would recommend experimenting with a test batch of cake pops. Please let us know how it works out!
I find that this brand doesn't require as much shortening to thin out. I would start with about one tablespoon per cup, check the consistency and add in 1/2 tablespoon increments until the mixture is thin enough. Best of luck on your cake pops!
@@AsiaCoffee Thank you for response. I'm just starting to experiment in the world of cake pops. I'm finding difficulty in getting that beautiful runny consistancy other than that I think I'm getting the hang of this😁
I have a cake in the freezer from Thanksgiving and will be the same I will use for my nieces cakepops HOWEVER, my cake is a "wet" one it's very moist , can I still use it ? Also can I use ganache instead?
If your cake is that moist, you may not need to use any icing! As long as the cake clumps together, keeping it’s shape and you can form it into a ball, you’re good to go. Best of luck on your cake pops!
You can prevent cracking by NOT freezing the cake pops. This can also happen if you’re refrigerating them and your refrigerator is too cold. If your cake pops are cracking and you haven’t done either of these things, most likely you’re rolling your cake too tightly/densely. Try easing up on the pressure when you roll them. Thanks for watching!
@@AsiaCoffee thank you so much! I think they might be too cold initially. I get so disappointed when they are perfect and then I go back to decorate by adding swirls and then they crack. 😒 I’ll try leaving them out a bit longer. Thanks so much!
So I got these plastic cake pop sticks from amazon that are reusable and dish washer safe. Do you think they will be okay to hold cake pops or do I need to get the paper ones?
Plastic sticks work just as well as paper ones! I typically use white paper sticks because they’re easy to find in-store. I’ve had issues with the finish rubbing off on metallic paper sticks and multi-colored paper sticks, so I steer clear of those. 😉
It’s usually a result of thermal shock from freezing the cake pop. It can also happen when you roll the cake ball too tight and immediately dip it. The coating will crack after it’s dried/set and the cake inside expands. I hope this helps. Thanks for watching!
I'm so sorry to hear that your cake pops didn't work out.... The best way to prevent those issues is to dip your pop stick into the coating and insert it into the cake ball while twisting slight. Humidity plays a role as well. If the humidity is too high (too much moisture in the air), it will take longer for the candy coating to dry. Perhaps the coating had not fully dried to create a bond between the cake ball and stick before you dipped them? If it seems that it's taking too long to dry, I would recommend placing them in the refrigerator for about 8-10 minutes. Do this only at the "stick placement" stage. To prevent "bloom" (especially if you're using a darker color), I recommend that you let your cake pops air dry after they've been dipped. Also, your cake balls may have had too much or too little icing; preventing them from holding their shape. They should not be soggy or so dry that they crumble in your hand. Best of luck on your next cake pop project!
Yes, it sounds like they are too dry and require a bit more icing. Re-watch the part of the video where I compare “crumbled cake only” with “crumbled cake with the proper amount of icing”. Make sure that the mixture clumps easily when you squeeze it in your hands. I show this in the video as well. Also try applying a little more pressure as you roll to form the cake balls.
That wasn’t much coating in my opinion, but I appreciate you sharing your thoughts! If waste is a concern, one can drizzle 1) Over a bowl or 2) Over parchment paper to save the coating (especially if dozens of cake pops are being made). Thanks for watching!
I am deeply frustrated by creators who withhold crucial information in their tutorials on cake pops. They often omit key ingredients or steps, leaving viewers lost and unable to complete the recipe successfully. Incomplete or poorly explained instructions hinder my ability to achieve the desired result and waste precious time and resources.
@@Scorpio.Iamher. No, you should NOT dip them cold straight from the refrigerator. This will cause the coating to seize up as you’re dipping and tapping off the excess coating. The cake pops may be cool, but not completely room temperature OR cold, when dipped. The only time I recommend a cake pop to be cold during this process is AFTER the cake ball has been formed and RIGHT BEFORE a partially coated stick is inserted. The coldness of the cake ball will help solidify the coating and hold it in place. I hope this makes sense and helps!
@@Scorpio.Iamher. I want to say a couple of things regarding your original comment. First, this video is NOT a full tutorial. The intention of this video was to offer some troubleshooting tips for those who are struggling with specific parts of the cake pop making progress; not to take anyone through the process of making cake pops from start to finish. Second, as a fellow Creator, I would have expected a little more grace. I actively respond to the comments on my videos. You could have simply posed the question and waited for a response rather than trying to slam this video with your original comment. I would have responded the same. How would you feel/respond if someone posted that comment to one of your videos? Do unto others…
Thank you for Sharing that, Best recipe yet... ❤️
I am new to making cake pops. I’d been experiencing all of those issues. 😅 You did an amazing job at explaining. Thank you!
I’m glad this video was helpful to you! Cake pops can be tricky to make. Best of luck to you and thanks for watching!
I love this.. I am going to make for my Sunday School Class Valentine and Easter.
Best of luck!
These are wonderful tips and very nicely explained! My first attempt at cake pops was rather interesting but I feel a lot more confident to try it again now.
Thanks for the kind words. I’m so glad that this video has motivated you to give it another try! 💕
Best tutorial on cake pops! 👏👏👏
Thanks for watching and commenting!
Making cake pops and cakesicles for my bestie’s birthday this month. This gives me all the confidence I needed! Thank you!!
Best of luck! 💕
This video was incredibly helpful for this novice!
@@debrasusan73 I’m glad to hear it! Thanks for watching 💕
Thank you so much for this video... I made cake pops before and ran into all of these problems and didn't know how to fix them. This video corrected all my mistakes thank you so much ! Life saver !
Thank you for the tutorial. I love how you explain everything. Thank you for sharing your secrets with us.
Thank you for the tips..
You’re welcome! ☺️ Is there anything else you would like to learn about cake pops?
This is the best cake pop tutorial I have ever seen. Who doesn't make mistakes?
Thank you so much! Glad you found value in this video. 💕
Asia... this has to be thee most informative cake pop vid here on you tube! Thanks
Wow, thanks for the kind words! I’m glad you found the info useful. Thanks for watching!
This has been the most helpful tutorial! Is it okay to freeze the cake pop balls before it’s dipped in chocolate??
I’m glad that you found the video helpful! Yes, you can freeze your cake pops but you’ll want to let them come close to room temperature before you dip them. Don’t dip them while they’re still frozen! Hope this helps 💕
Those were some great hints, and I love baking so I will definitely become your best student in learning how to make great treats!
Wonderful; glad you have some take-aways from this video.😊 Thanks for watching!
Haha right from the beginning I laughed seeing the mistakes, but only because I completely understand. There’s absolute solidarity here!!
This was super helpful! Thankyou!
Thanks for watching! 💕
Thank you so much!! First time making them. Making them for my son's birthday party, Sunday!
You are so welcome! Best of luck on your cake pops this weekend!
He did a quality test. 10 yr old approved!!
Had a brownie pop. ☺️
@@katerulez FANTASTIC! 🎉
Thank you for your tips
dearest, you know i learned alot about making cake pops the right way, i am planning to make one and good thing i found your video, now if i ever encountered those cake pops fails, i will def know what to do next, NEW SUBS here! mooore videos! thanks!...
Thanks for the kind words! I’m so glad this video is helpful to you. Thanks for watching and subbing! 💕
Very well done. Nice troubleshooting tips. Good editing. Thanks for putting this together.
Thanks for watching!
Great tips. Thanks for the help
Very nice video, thanks for showing us how to fix mistakes and explaining why they happen. I just made my first cake pops and 8 out of 12 came out pretty well for a first attempt!
I’m glad this video was helpful as you made your first batch of cake pops. I know how difficult they can be, so it sounds like you did a GREAT job on your first try! Thanks for watching 💕
@@AsiaCoffee Thanks! I think they turned out pretty well for the first try!
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is it possible to use popsicle sticks for my cake pops?
@@ac3076 Yes, you can! People make cake-sicles with popsicle sticks all the time. Go for it!
@@AsiaCoffee thanks for the tips! a few weeks ago i tried and it was a fail. i will definitely be trying out these tips later today! i subscribed as well, great channel!💗
@@ac3076 Thanks for subbing! Be sure to read the questions in the comments; there are some really good ones. I’ve answered all of them! 💕
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thank you!!
I wish I would have found this video before I attempted to make cake pops! 😆 Next time!
Thanks for watching!
Thank you!!!
Is it possible to prepare it a day in advance and put it in the refrigerator?
Yes, you can! Thanks for watching 💕
Hi I have a really good cake recipe but it used oil now I made the cake pops and it flop is it the oil in the cake or is it the chocolate I have used please help me
@@AnnemarieGeyser The oil in the cake recipe should not be the issue. It could be the amount of icing you’ve used to form the dough or it could be the chocolate. When you say “flop”, what do you mean? What’s happening?
The chocolate really didn’t stick and I cut one in halve and the layer of chocolate was very thin I used easy melts chocolate
The layer of chocolate is very thin
@@AnnemarieGeyser I don’t think I’ve heard of that brand of chocolate melts. Sounds like you may need to double dip them.
Your tips n information were Extremely helpful. Thank you
Thanks for watching! 💕
04:18 🤯 wow such a simple solution to my problem
I'm glad that the video was helpful! Thanks for watching! 💕
I really enjoyed watching your video
Thanks for watching!💕
Very informative. Thanks for sharing
00:02 yup. this vid is for me 😆
Great tips and tricks! Beautiful work ty!!
Thanks for watching!
Why did you add shortening and whats the alternative for it
Shortening was added to thin out/loosen the candy coating. Coconut oil is a comparable alternative, but only add a little bit at a time. Thanks for watching!
Great video
Great video, thanks. When do you store them in freezer: before or after decorating them?
I never store my cake pops in a freezer. Doing so may cause them to crack if they’re already dipped and decorated. I would recommend using the refrigerator instead!
Thank you so much. Very helpful.
Thanks for watching! 💕
So we can’t make these ahead? Like a day before the event?
Yes, you can! I would highly recommend that you do just so you’re not stressed out in event day! Thanks for watching. 💕
Please reply. I made the pops without the coating and kept them in the fridge. Can I take them tomorrow, coat them and keep them again in the fridge?
@@AsiaCoffee oh yay!! Thank you so much! 💕
Thank you!
It was so helpful! Thanks for sharing this video. 🙏
I accidentally used too much frosting and did not use shortening. I am ready for a remake of cake pop.
Don’t give up! Your next try will be much better…. Best of luck!
This was very well explained & informative thank you so much ❤
Thanks for watching 💕
Pretty cake pops!
Very informative 😍💖 . Can I use butter to thin the candy melts? And what type of food colouring can I use with the chocolate?
If you don't have vegetable shortening, use a bit of coconut oil to thin the coating; not butter. Oil-based food coloring is best, but you can use a very small amount of gel food color. Don't use liquid food color! It will cause the coating to seize up. Best of luck!
How do I prevent them from having flat bottoms 😦
You’re sitting the cake balls on a flat surface (plate, sheet pan or cake board) before placing them in the fridge to set, so you’ll automatically have a flatter side. I recommend inserting the pop stick into this flatter side. The bottom of the cake pops (where the stick goes) will be slightly flatter, but it should not be extreme. I hope this helps! 💕
Curious if you could use coconut oil instead of the vegetable shortening?
Yes you can. Careful: a little bit of coconut oil goes a long way! Thanks for watching 💕
@@AsiaCoffee thanks for the tip and your response!! 😊
This was cute and helpful. Thank you!
Absolutely the best tutorial I’ve ever seen thank you again would you happen to have a gluten-free recipe Thank you sooo much!!
My pleasure! I’m so glad that you found this video helpful. Unfortunately, I don’t have any gluten-free recipes… Thanks again for watching! 💕
For gluten free, just use a gluten free cake mix/recipe. You can get gluten free flour in many supermarkets.
thank you so much for this video!
this is so helpful!
Could you use coconut oil instead of the vegetable oil?
Yes, you can use a little bit of coconut oil instead of the solid vegetable shortening. Be careful: a little bit goes a long way, so use a small amount. Thanks for watching!
Thank you so much!!! This video helped me so much already
Glad to hear it; thanks for watching!
Hello Sweetie. Where did you purchased the cute popsticks?
Hi there! I got them from Michaels a long, long time ago. I’m sure you can find some similar online. Thanks for watching! 💕
I looked online everywhere but no luck! I love your tutorial. Thank you so much!! Blessings!! 💕💕💕
so my cake pop s were sweating. is that ok?
No, that’s not ok. Did you put them in the refrigerator? If so, sounds like you left them in too long and they got really cold. If this happens, they will sweat when you take them out and allow them to sit. Think: Gallon of milk on a counter for 30 minutes….
@@AsiaCoffee ok thanks forthe tip and replying!!
@@PerryKassupo Sure thing; happy to help! ☺️
Can margerine be used to thin out the chocolate coating?
New here ! Thank you for your awesome tips ! Love it ! Learned a lot ❤️🙏
Welcome! ☺️ Thanks for watching!
Can I use almond bark chocolate from Walmart to cover the cake pops?
Is this almond bark that already has pieces of almond in it OR is this chocolate that you’ve used to make almond bark in the past? I’m trying to understand.
@@AsiaCoffee is chocolate to cover strawberries with chocolate
Yes, that will work. Best of luck!
Imma make some of these for my sisters baby shower :)! Thanks for the tips I can’t wait for my little niece to come
Good luck with your cake pops! 💕
Can I use liquid food colour and can I use whipped cream as frosting
Unfortunately, you can’t use liquid food coloring in your chocolate or candy coating. Doing so will cause your coating to seize up. I would recommend using candy coloring or oil based food color instead. I don’t see any issue with you using a small amount of whipped cream instead of icing/frosting. Best of luck!
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I wanted to ask if I could use chocolate chips instead of candy melts ?
You would do better to use real chocolate intended for covering. Chocolate chips meant only for baking may not “set” like you what them to. Hope this helps!
Thank you for the tips! 😍
Thank ur a lifesaver I have to make a shit ton of these
Best of luck with your cake pops! You can do it!!!
Hi....I noticed you mentioned coconut oil if a person isn't using shortening. Is there any other way to thin the melts?
Great question! The only other ingredient that’s used to thin candy coating (that I’m aware of) is what’s called “paramount crystals”. I’m not super familiar with it though. Thanks for watching!
Great tips!❤️❤️❤️
Glad you found them helpful! Thanks for watching! 💕
Do u wait for the chocolate coating to cool off a bit before dipping the cake pop into it ?
Or is it okay to dip as soon as u take it out from the microwave? Thank you
I would wait a couple of minutes after removing the coating from the microwave, especially if your cake pops are slightly chilled from being in the fridge. Thanks for watching! 💕
@@AsiaCoffee thank you very much for responding . Much appreciated
Hi there! I loved the video. Can you tell me what type of cake do you use for making cake pops? Sponge cake or moist cake or which one? Plz tell me! ❤️
Either kind of cake would be fine because you'll add icing to it to get the cake to clump together any way. If your cake is drier, you will need to use slightly more icing than if you start with moist cake. Thanks for watching!
Does anyone know how to fix oil dripping down from the bottom of the cake pop?
When this happens, all you can really do is wipe off the oil. Excessive oil/butter in your cake and/or adding too much icing to your cake during the "doughing" process *plus* not coating the cake pop completely (especially leaving any kind of hole around the stick) could be the issue. Try modifying these things next time and let us know how that works out for you. Thanks for watching!
Hi. Did you use buttercream icing to mix with the cake? Can I buy a store bough or can i used a powdered icing
You can use icing you make from scratch or store-bought icing for this! Since you only need a small amount of icing, store-bought icing may be a more convenient choice. Thanks for watching!
Pretty sure I have to start over with a fresh cake but, what do I do if the cake has to much moisture? Am literally laying in bed stressing about them for tomorrow
Oh no, so sorry to hear this… 😞If the cake is too moist, you can try NOT adding any icing to the crumbs. You can also lay the unrolled crumbs out on a cookie sheet to dry out a bit; maybe about 45 minutes or so. If you’ve already rolled them and they’re still really moist, you may (unfortunately) need to start over. If you’re running low on time and just can’t start again at this point, consider ditching the stick and make them into cake balls/truffles instead. Best of luck to you! Sending positive vibes 🤗
@@AsiaCoffee this is all such great advice and you responded so quickly!! Thank you for your help with this! I'll let you know how it goes!
@@AsiaCoffee they are ugly as hell, still a bit moist but, turned out pretty good! I definitely know what to improve on thanks to your help and can't wait to try again! Thank you so much! 🖤☕
This was helpful!! U go girl!! 🥰🙌🏽🙌🏽
Glad to hear it! Thanks for watching! 💕
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Thank you! 💕
@@AsiaCoffee You're Very Welcome ❤️
Is it a tea cake or a sponge??which is better 4 cake pops?
It’s a typical sponge cake. I’m very curious though: What is tea cake? 🤔
Is there anything else I could use to thin out the candy melts instead of vegetable shortening? Like some type of oil?
Coconut oil works as well!
Do you refrigerate your cake pops after rolling them and getting them on sticks or go straight to dipping them?
Yes, I do refrigerate them for about 5 minutes before dipping them. Thanks for watching!
no need to put in the fridge for a bout 5-10 mins just to harden the chocolate?
No, not after dipping them completely. You may place them in the refrigerator after inserting the sticks dipped in coating to better secure the sticks before the “final dip”.
Refrigerating them immediately after dipping in an effort to harden the chocolate faster may cause the coating/chocolate to develop a grayish film (referred to as bloom). It’s best to allow your cake pops to harden at room temp. Placing them in a cool refrigerator is fine after they’ve hardened at room temperature. Thanks for watching!
@@AsiaCoffee thank you
Should you use gel based food coloring with candy coating? I got white candy coating and was wondering
Oil-based color (Colour Mill) or candy coloring works best, but you can use a bit of gel-based color instead. Be sure to add it a little bit at a time to keep the candy coating from seizing!
@@AsiaCoffee alright. I'll just try it out with a little bit to see how it does. Ty!
So do you refrigerate the pops before dipping them or are they room temperature when dipped?
Refrigerated, yes, but not for too long. Thanks for watching!
Thank you for the information. It will definitely be helpful
Were the cake pops in the fridge before you put the sticks in them? Can I use vegetable oil or milk instead of crisco vegetable shortening?
My cake had been frozen and thawed prior to crumbling, so it was a little cold to begin with. You may place the cake balls in the refrigerator for about 10 minutes prior to the dipping/inserting the sticks. This will help to secure the stick faster. Use coconut oil (not vegetable oil or milk) to thin out the candy coating. Best of luck and thanks for watching!
@@AsiaCoffee thank you so much
How long do you suggest cooking the cake balls (time period)?
The cake for the cake pops should be completely baked; not under-baked or raw in any part. Even if you over-bake the cake, it doesn’t matter because the icing will restore the moisture. Great question!
I meant cooling lol sorry autocorrect. The cake pops cracked and I believe I stored them in the fridge too long.
You can also use coconut oil instead of veggie shortening
Yes, you can!
Is “Candy Coating” the same as Candy melts? And can I use regular chocolate?
“Candy Melts” is a brand name for Wilton’s candy coating. All “Candy Melts” is candy coating, but not all candy coating is “Candy Melts”. Does that make sense?
You can use regular chocolate, but to make things easier (i.e. no tempering necessary) I would look for chocolate that’s marketed as chocolate specifically for dipping. Thanks for watching!
@@AsiaCoffee yes that helps! Thank you for the thorough explanation 🙏🏾
@@AsiaCoffee Also can I use olive oil or grape seed oil to thin out the Candy Melt? I don’t use shortening.
@@Alore_08 Coconut oil. 😉
@@AsiaCoffee i melted my chocolate with milk and it didn't set at all. I used chocolate bar and added chocolate chips.
I was wondering if its because I used oreos mixture and not cake and mixed the oreo crums with milk and not cream or icing so I wondered if they were watery.
there's no way to freeze finished cake pops? I've seen several recipes that recommend doing that and was counting on being able to :(
You may try it…. Due to freeze/thaw and expansion of the cake that can cause the coating to crack, this isn’t something that I would do. If you were counting on it, I would recommend experimenting with a test batch of cake pops. Please let us know how it works out!
@@AsiaCoffee will do!
How much shorting would u reccomend per cup of meltables? *** I'm also using sweet tooth fairy meltables
I find that this brand doesn't require as much shortening to thin out. I would start with about one tablespoon per cup, check the consistency and add in 1/2 tablespoon increments until the mixture is thin enough. Best of luck on your cake pops!
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Thank you for response. I'm just starting to experiment in the world of cake pops. I'm finding difficulty in getting that beautiful runny consistancy other than that I think I'm getting the hang of this😁
@@dcordero1984 Don’t give up!
I have a cake in the freezer from Thanksgiving and will be the same I will use for my nieces cakepops HOWEVER, my cake is a "wet" one it's very moist , can I still use it ? Also can I use ganache instead?
If your cake is that moist, you may not need to use any icing! As long as the cake clumps together, keeping it’s shape and you can form it into a ball, you’re good to go. Best of luck on your cake pops!
@@AsiaCoffee Thank you so much.
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This video is so helpful! New subscriber here!!! How do I prevent my cake pops from cracking after I drizzle coating over it to decorate? Thanks!
You can prevent cracking by NOT freezing the cake pops. This can also happen if you’re refrigerating them and your refrigerator is too cold. If your cake pops are cracking and you haven’t done either of these things, most likely you’re rolling your cake too tightly/densely. Try easing up on the pressure when you roll them. Thanks for watching!
@@AsiaCoffee thank you so much! I think they might be too cold initially. I get so disappointed when they are perfect and then I go back to decorate by adding swirls and then they crack. 😒 I’ll try leaving them out a bit longer. Thanks so much!
I love cake pops!
So I got these plastic cake pop sticks from amazon that are reusable and dish washer safe. Do you think they will be okay to hold cake pops or do I need to get the paper ones?
Plastic sticks work just as well as paper ones! I typically use white paper sticks because they’re easy to find in-store. I’ve had issues with the finish rubbing off on metallic paper sticks and multi-colored paper sticks, so I steer clear of those. 😉
@@AsiaCoffee thank you. You are amazing
If you use chocolate with your edge cut offs you can make truffles.
That’s a fantastic idea! Thanks for sharing!
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Wonderful and nicely beautiful,
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Don't care if it looks bad as long as it's delicious ill eat it!
My problem is after you bite my cake pops they slide down the stick
Yeah, once you bite into a cake pop, it’s pretty much done! 🤣 That’s the point, right?!? Thanks for watching! 💕
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You never said why the cakepop breaks? 🤔
It’s usually a result of thermal shock from freezing the cake pop. It can also happen when you roll the cake ball too tight and immediately dip it. The coating will crack after it’s dried/set and the cake inside expands. I hope this helps. Thanks for watching!
@Asia Coffee: HELP! My cake pops were a total disaster!!! The stick not only came off, but the bales fell apart as I went to dip them!!!
I'm so sorry to hear that your cake pops didn't work out.... The best way to prevent those issues is to dip your pop stick into the coating and insert it into the cake ball while twisting slight. Humidity plays a role as well. If the humidity is too high (too much moisture in the air), it will take longer for the candy coating to dry. Perhaps the coating had not fully dried to create a bond between the cake ball and stick before you dipped them? If it seems that it's taking too long to dry, I would recommend placing them in the refrigerator for about 8-10 minutes. Do this only at the "stick placement" stage. To prevent "bloom" (especially if you're using a darker color), I recommend that you let your cake pops air dry after they've been dipped.
Also, your cake balls may have had too much or too little icing; preventing them from holding their shape. They should not be soggy or so dry that they crumble in your hand. Best of luck on your next cake pop project!
@@AsiaCoffee I dipped my sticks in the chocolate 1st, but when I inserted it, the cake balls crumbled! Does that mean I need more icing in it???
Yes, it sounds like they are too dry and require a bit more icing. Re-watch the part of the video where I compare “crumbled cake only” with “crumbled cake with the proper amount of icing”. Make sure that the mixture clumps easily when you squeeze it in your hands. I show this in the video as well. Also try applying a little more pressure as you roll to form the cake balls.
@@AsiaCoffee Thank you so much!!!!
@8:15 way too much candy coating ending up on a paper towel
That wasn’t much coating in my opinion, but I appreciate you sharing your thoughts! If waste is a concern, one can drizzle 1) Over a bowl or 2) Over parchment paper to save the coating (especially if dozens of cake pops are being made). Thanks for watching!
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Thanks for watching!
We need the cakepop maker.
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Why did my cake pop ooze or leak? To much frosting?
Most likely a combination of too much icing and not coating the cake pop completely; leaving a hole at the bottom by the stick. Thanks for watching!
@@AsiaCoffee second try today... They are beautiful 😍
Fantastic; so glad to it hear! Thanks for letting us know! 💕
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I am deeply frustrated by creators who withhold crucial information in their tutorials on cake pops. They often omit key ingredients or steps, leaving viewers lost and unable to complete the recipe successfully. Incomplete or poorly explained instructions hinder my ability to achieve the desired result and waste precious time and resources.
I hear you. What did I miss? I want to help you get it right.
@@AsiaCoffee When the pops come out of the refrigerator cold do I begin putting into the chocolate or wait until they become room temp?
@@Scorpio.Iamher. No, you should NOT dip them cold straight from the refrigerator. This will cause the coating to seize up as you’re dipping and tapping off the excess coating.
The cake pops may be cool, but not completely room temperature OR cold, when dipped.
The only time I recommend a cake pop to be cold during this process is AFTER the cake ball has been formed and RIGHT BEFORE a partially coated stick is inserted. The coldness of the cake ball will help solidify the coating and hold it in place.
I hope this makes sense and helps!
@@Scorpio.Iamher. I want to say a couple of things regarding your original comment.
First, this video is NOT a full tutorial. The intention of this video was to offer some troubleshooting tips for those who are struggling with specific parts of the cake pop making progress; not to take anyone through the process of making cake pops from start to finish.
Second, as a fellow Creator, I would have expected a little more grace. I actively respond to the comments on my videos. You could have simply posed the question and waited for a response rather than trying to slam this video with your original comment. I would have responded the same. How would you feel/respond if someone posted that comment to one of your videos? Do unto others…
@@AsiaCoffee I'M SORRY. WRONG CHANNEL.