Wedding Cake Pops - artisanhaus

Delight in the elegance and whimsy of wedding cake pops, a trendy and charming alternative to traditional wedding cakes. These bite-sized confections not only offer a creative twist on classic dessert options but also provide a personalised touch to your special day. Ideal for wedding favors, dessert tables, or as a unique cake alternative. Wedding cake pops bring together the exquisite flavours of chocolate and vanilla in a beautifully decorated treat that’s as pleasing to the eye as it is to the palate. Join us as we explore how to craft these delightful creations, ensuring your wedding day is filled with moments of sweetness and joy.

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How To Make Wedding Cake Pops?

Ingredients:

For the Cake Pops:

•   1 chocolate cake and vanilla cake (baked and cooled)
•    Nutella for Chocolate cake
•   1/2 can condensed milk, for vanilla cake
•   White chocolate (melted)
•   Sprinkles
•   Cake pop sticks

Instructions:

Prepare the Cake Balls:
1. Crumble each cake into fine crumbs in separate bowls. Ensure there are no large pieces.
2. Mix condensed milk into vanilla crumbs, and adjust according to the cake’s moistness. The mixture should be moist enough to stick together but not too gooey. Now add the Nutella to the chocolate crumbs and repeat process.
Roll the mixture into about 1-inch balls and place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. You should end up with two separate flavours of cake balls: chocolate and vanilla.
1. Chill the balls in the freezer for about 20 minutes or until they’re firm, not frozen. To coat the Cake Pops:
2. Melt the white chocolate in a bowl in the microwave, stirring every 30 seconds until smooth. You can use different colours or flavors to match the cake inside if you like.
3. Dip the tip of a cake pop stick into the melted chocolate, then insert it about halfway into a cake ball. This helps the ball stay on the stick.
4. Gently tap off any excess.
5. Decorate with sprinkles or other decorations while the candy melt is still wet.
6. Place the stick upright in a piece of styrofoam or a cake pop stand to let the candy shell harden.

Tips:

•   If the cake balls become too soft when dipping, put them back in the freezer for a few minutes.
•   To avoid cracks in the candy shell, make sure the cake balls are not too cold when you dip them into the warm candy melts.

Enjoy crafting and indulging in your homemade chocolate and vanilla wedding cake pops!

How to Display Cake Pops at a Wedding?

Displaying cake pops at a wedding can be both a decorative feature and a delicious treat for guests. Here are some suggestions:

1.  Elegant Glassware Display: As seen in the images, using varying heights of glassware to display cake pops can create an elegant and dynamic presentation. Fill clear glass jars or vases with coordinating colored candies or decorative stones to hold the sticks in place. This also adds a pop of colour and contributes to the overall wedding theme.
2.  Ribbon Embellishments: Wrapping ribbons around the sticks or the necks of the vases or jars adds a soft, romantic touch to the display. Choose ribbons that match your wedding colours and consider using different textures or patterns for added visual interest.
3.  Themed Decorations: The cake pops themselves can be decorated to match the wedding theme or colours. For instance, the use of blue icing and delicate piping work can complement a classic or nautical wedding theme, while pastel pink with floral accents suits a garden wedding.
4.  Layered Arrangements: Place the cake pops on tiered cake stands or dessert trays to create a layered display. This can be particularly eye-catching and makes the cake pops easily accessible to guests.
5.  Centrepiece Integration: Incorporate the cake pops into the table centrepieces . This can be done by having a few cake pops in small vases or decorative holders at each table, which also doubles as a dessert or a wedding favour for guests to take home.
6.  Floral Accents: Intertwine real or silk flowers among the cake pops to tie them into the floral arrangements of the wedding. The images suggest the subtle use of florals can enhance the visual appeal without overwhelming the treats themselves.
7.  Customised Stands: Consider having custom stands made that can hold multiple cake pops. These stands can have a personalized touch, such as the wedding date or the couple’s initials.

Remember, the key to a beautiful wedding cake pop display is cohesion with your wedding’s style and theme, along with accessibility for the guests to enjoy the treats.