Minecraft Cake Pops Recipe

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

Minecraft Cake Pops are a creative and tasty way to celebrate your love for the game. These cute little treats capture the essence of Minecraft’s blocky world while delivering rich chocolate flavor and a smooth, indulgent ganache center. The fondant decorations make them customizable, allowing you to create everything from Creepers to TNT blocks. Whether you’re hosting a Minecraft-themed party or simply looking for a fun baking project, these cake pops are sure to delight both kids and adults alike.

Ingredients

For the Cake Layer:
1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
1 cup granulated sugar
½ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
1 tsp baking soda
½ tsp salt
1 cup buttermilk (or milk plus 1 tbsp vinegar)
½ cup vegetable oil
2 large eggs
2 tsp vanilla extract

For the Ganache Filling:
8 oz semi-sweet chocolate, chopped
½ cup heavy cream
Pinch of salt

For the Chocolate Shell:
12 oz candy melts (green, red, and brown varieties for color-coding)
1 tbsp coconut oil or shortening (optional, for smoother dipping)

For the Fondant Decorations:
Pre-colored fondant in green, black, red, white, brown, and yellow
Cornstarch or powdered sugar (for dusting)
Edible glue or water
Small rolling pin
Sharp knife or fondant cutters
Toothpicks or small paintbrushes (for attaching details)

(Tip: You’ll find the full list of ingredients and measurements in the recipe card below.)

Directions

1. Bake the Chocolate Cake: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a 9×9-inch baking pan with parchment paper. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, salt, and sugar. In a separate bowl, mix the buttermilk, oil, eggs, and vanilla until well combined. Add the wet ingredients to the dry and stir until the batter is smooth. Pour into the prepared pan and bake for 25–30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Let the cake cool completely, then crumble it into fine pieces using your hands or a fork.
2. Make the Ganache: Heat the cream in a small saucepan over medium heat until it begins to simmer. Pour the hot cream over the chopped chocolate in a heatproof bowl and let it sit for 1–2 minutes. Stir until the chocolate is fully melted and the mixture is smooth and glossy. Allow the ganache to cool slightly until it reaches a thick but spreadable consistency.
3. Assemble the Pops: Take a small portion of the crumbled cake and flatten it in your palm. Place a small amount of ganache in the center, then wrap the cake around the ganache to form a cube shape. Repeat with the remaining mixture. Chill the shaped cubes in the refrigerator for 30 minutes to firm up.
4. Coat the Pops: Insert a lollipop stick into each chilled cube. Melt the candy melts in a microwave-safe bowl in 30-second intervals, stirring between each, until fully melted. If needed, add coconut oil or shortening to thin the coating. Dip each cake cube into the melted coating, turning to coat evenly and tapping off any excess. Place the coated pops upright in a styrofoam block or cake pop stand and let them set completely.
5. Decorate with Fondant: To make a Creeper face, roll out green fondant and cover the top of the pop. Cut small rectangles from black fondant for the eyes and mouth and attach with edible glue or a damp brush. For a TNT block, cover the pop in red fondant and add a white fondant strip across the middle. Write or stick black fondant letters spelling “TNT” on the strip. For a grass block, cover the bottom in brown fondant and the top in green fondant, letting it slightly overhang the sides. Use a knife or modeling tool to create pixel-like texture lines. Use molds or templates for clean, consistent details if desired.

Servings and Timing

This recipe makes approximately 12-15 cake pops, depending on the size of the cubes.

• Prep Time: 45 minutes
• Cook Time: 30 minutes
• Additional Time: 1 hour (for chilling and setting)
• Total Time: 2 hours 15 minutes

Variations

• Different Game Themes: Customize the cake pops to resemble other video game characters or themes such as Super Mario, Pokémon, or Legend of Zelda.
• Cake Pop Coatings: Instead of candy melts, try using white chocolate or even colored chocolate chips for a different effect.
• Flavored Cake: Try using a vanilla or strawberry cake instead of chocolate for a different flavor base.
• More Toppings: For extra texture, you can sprinkle crushed candy pieces on top of the chocolate shell before it sets.

Storage/Reheating

• Storage: Keep the cake pops in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days. If you need to store them for a longer time, refrigerate them for up to 1 week.
• Reheating: Cake pops are best enjoyed at room temperature. If refrigerated, allow them to sit out for 15–20 minutes before serving for the best texture.

FAQs

1. Can I use a different type of cake mix?

Yes, you can use a box cake mix if you’re short on time. Just prepare it as you normally would and proceed with the ganache filling and coating.

2. Can I make these cake pops without fondant?

Yes, you can use colored icing to decorate instead of fondant. Just be sure to work with thicker icing to avoid running.

3. How do I prevent the cake pops from falling off the sticks?

Ensure the cake cubes are chilled before inserting the sticks. This helps the coating set and keeps the sticks secure.

4. Can I freeze the cake pops?

Yes, you can freeze the uncoated cake pops for up to 2 weeks. After coating, they are best enjoyed fresh, as freezing may affect the candy coating.

5. What can I use if I don’t have a cake pop stand?

You can use a piece of Styrofoam or a cardboard box with holes to hold the cake pops upright while they set.

6. Can I make these with other candy coatings?

Yes, you can use any color of candy melts or even regular chocolate to coat your cake pops.

7. Can I skip the ganache filling?

While the ganache adds richness, you can use frosting instead for a different texture.

8. How can I make the decorations more realistic?

Use molds or fondant cutters to create precise shapes and details for the decorations, and make sure the fondant is slightly rolled thin for a smooth finish.

9. Can I use this recipe for regular cupcakes?

Yes, you can bake the cake as regular cupcakes and decorate them with the same fondant designs for a less complex version of this recipe.

10. How long do the cake pops take to cool and set?

After coating with candy melts, it should take about 20–30 minutes for the cake pops to fully set at room temperature.

Conclusion

These Minecraft Cake Pops are a creative and delicious way to bring the world of Minecraft into the kitchen. Filled with rich chocolate cake and ganache, then decorated to resemble iconic blocks like Creepers and TNT, they are perfect for Minecraft-themed parties or fun baking sessions with kids. Whether you’re an experienced baker or just getting started, this recipe offers a playful way to enjoy the sweet and pixelated world of Minecraft!

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Minecraft Cake Pops are fun and delicious treats shaped like iconic blocks from the game, filled with chocolate cake and ganache, and decorated with fondant to resemble Creepers, TNT, and more.

• Author: Amy
• Prep Time: 45 minutes
• Cook Time: 30 minutes
• Total Time: 2 hours 15 minutes
• Yield: 12-15 cake pops
• Category: Dessert
• Method: Baking
• Cuisine: Minecraft-themed
• Diet: Vegetarian

Ingredients

1 ½ cups all-purpose flour

1 cup granulated sugar

½ cup unsweetened cocoa powder

1 tsp baking soda

½ tsp salt

1 cup buttermilk (or milk plus 1 tbsp vinegar)

½ cup vegetable oil

2 large eggs

2 tsp vanilla extract

8 oz semi-sweet chocolate, chopped

½ cup heavy cream

Pinch of salt

12 oz candy melts (green, red, and brown varieties for color-coding)

1 tbsp coconut oil or shortening (optional, for smoother dipping)

Pre-colored fondant in green, black, red, white, brown, and yellow

Cornstarch or powdered sugar (for dusting)

Edible glue or water

Small rolling pin

Sharp knife or fondant cutters

Toothpicks or small paintbrushes (for attaching details)

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Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a 9×9-inch baking pan with parchment paper. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, salt, and sugar. In a separate bowl, mix the buttermilk, oil, eggs, and vanilla until well combined. Add the wet ingredients to the dry and stir until the batter is smooth. Pour into the prepared pan and bake for 25–30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Let the cake cool completely, then crumble it into fine pieces using your hands or a fork.
2. Heat the cream in a small saucepan over medium heat until it begins to simmer. Pour the hot cream over the chopped chocolate in a heatproof bowl and let it sit for 1–2 minutes. Stir until the chocolate is fully melted and the mixture is smooth and glossy. Allow the ganache to cool slightly until it reaches a thick but spreadable consistency.
3. Take a small portion of the crumbled cake and flatten it in your palm. Place a small amount of ganache in the center, then wrap the cake around the ganache to form a cube shape. Repeat with the remaining mixture. Chill the shaped cubes in the refrigerator for 30 minutes to firm up.
4. Insert a lollipop stick into each chilled cube. Melt the candy melts in a microwave-safe bowl in 30-second intervals, stirring between each, until fully melted. If needed, add coconut oil or shortening to thin the coating. Dip each cake cube into the melted coating, turning to coat evenly and tapping off any excess. Place the coated pops upright in a styrofoam block or cake pop stand and let them set completely.
5. To make a Creeper face, roll out green fondant and cover the top of the pop. Cut small rectangles from black fondant for the eyes and mouth and attach with edible glue or a damp brush. For a TNT block, cover the pop in red fondant and add a white fondant strip across the middle. Write or stick black fondant letters spelling “TNT” on the strip. For a grass block, cover the bottom in brown fondant and the top in green fondant, letting it slightly overhang the sides. Use a knife or modeling tool to create pixel-like texture lines. Use molds or templates for clean, consistent details if desired.

Notes

Customize your cake pops to resemble different video game characters, such as Super Mario or Pokémon.

Try using white chocolate or colored chocolate chips instead of candy melts for coating.

If you don’t have fondant, you can use colored icing to decorate the cake pops.

For extra texture, sprinkle crushed candy pieces on top of the coating before it sets.

These cake pops are best served at room temperature, so allow refrigerated pops to sit out for 15–20 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

• Serving Size: 1 cake pop
• Calories: 220
• Sugar: 24g
• Sodium: 60mg
• Fat: 12g
• Saturated Fat: 6g
• Unsaturated Fat: 5g
• Trans Fat: 0g
• Carbohydrates: 27g
• Fiber: 1g
• Protein: 2g
• Cholesterol: 20mg