4th of July Cakesicles
Celebrate Independence Day with these festive 4th of July cakesicles. Coated in vibrant red, white, and blue chocolate and decorated with patriotic sprinkles, they're a fun and delicious treat for your holiday gatherings.
Ingredients
- 1 box white cake mix plus ingredients as directed on the box
- ½ cup vegetable oil
- 1 cup water
- 3 large eggs
- Red white, and blue candy melts or chocolate wafers
- ½ cup cream cheese frosting store-bought or homemade
- Patriotic sprinkles optional
- 12 popsicle sticks or lollipop sticks
Instructions
- Prepare the cake: Preheat your oven and prepare the cake mix according to the package instructions.
- Bake the cake: Pour the batter into a greased or lined 9x13-inch baking pan. Bake as directed, then allow the cake to cool completely.
- Crumble the cake: Once cooled, crumble the cake into a large bowl until it resembles fine crumbs.
- Mix with frosting: Add the cream cheese frosting to the cake crumbs and mix until the mixture holds together when pressed.
- Shape the cakesicles: Scoop out portions of the mixture and mold them into popsicle shapes, about 2 inches long. Insert a popsicle stick into each shape.
- Chill the cakesicles: Place the shaped cakesicles on a tray lined with parchment paper and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to firm up.
- Melt the candy melts: While the cakesicles are chilling, melt the red, white, and blue candy melts separately according to the package instructions.
- Dip the cakesicles: Once the cakesicles are firm, dip each one into the melted candy melts, coating them completely.
- Decorate: Before the coating sets, sprinkle with patriotic sprinkles if desired.
- Set the coating: Allow the decorated cakesicles to sit at room temperature until the coating hardens.
- Serve: Once set, your 4th of July cakesicles are ready to enjoy!
Notes
- Ensure the cakesicles are completely cooled before dipping to prevent the coating from melting.
- For a smoother finish, tap off any excess coating after dipping.
- Store the cakesicles in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.