Cheesecake Cake Pops (Print Version)
Ingredients:
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8 ounces cream cheese, softened.
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1/2 cup powdered sugar.
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1/4 cup sour cream.
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1 teaspoon vanilla extract.
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1 box of cake mix (any flavor).
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Ingredients required for cake mix (usually eggs, oil, and water).
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1 cup frosting (store-bought or homemade).
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1 cup chocolate chips or melting chocolate.
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Sprinkles, crushed nuts, or other toppings (optional).
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Lollipop sticks.
Instructions:
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In a medium bowl, beat together the cream cheese, powdered sugar, sour cream, and vanilla extract until smooth and creamy. Chill in the refrigerator for about 30 minutes to firm up.
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Bake the cake according to the package instructions and let it cool completely. Crumble the cooled cake into a large bowl. Mix in the frosting until fully combined. The mixture should be moist but firm enough to hold its shape. Roll the cake mixture into small balls, about 1 inch in diameter. Insert a lollipop stick into each cake ball, then chill in the refrigerator for 1 hour.
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Take a chilled cake ball and make a small indentation in the center. Place a small spoonful of the cheesecake mixture into the indentation, then smooth the cake mixture around it to seal. Roll the stuffed cake ball between your hands to reshape.
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Melt the chocolate chips or melting chocolate in a microwave-safe bowl or using a double boiler, stirring until smooth. Dip each cake pop into the melted chocolate, covering completely. Gently tap off any excess chocolate. Place the dipped cake pops in a stand or a piece of foam to set. Add sprinkles or other toppings if desired before the chocolate sets.
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Allow the chocolate coating to harden completely before serving. Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator until ready to serve.