Cake Pops Recipe

Ingredients

• 1 cup all-purpose flour (sifted)
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
• 1 tsp baking powder
• 1/2 tsp baking soda
• 1/4 tsp salt
• 1 large egg
• 1/2 cup buttermilk
• 1/2 cup vegetable oil
• 1/2 cup hot water
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter (softened)
• 1 1/2 cups powdered sugar (sifted)
• 2 tbsp heavy cream
• 1 pinch salt
• 300 g candy melts (any color)
• 2 tbsp vegetable shortening (optional, for smoother coating)
• 24 lollipop sticks
• Assorted sprinkles or crushed nuts (optional)