Description
These healthy cake pops offer a wholesome twist on a party favorite. Free from refined sugar, dairy, and gluten, they’re naturally sweetened with maple syrup and applesauce, and finished with a coating of dark chocolate. Perfect for snacking, celebrations, or a lunchbox treat, these cake pops are a guilt-free indulgence that everyone will love.
Ingredients
Scale
For the Cake Pops
- 1 1/2 cups almond flour
- 1/4 cup coconut flour
- 1/4 cup maple syrup
- 1/4 cup unsweetened applesauce
- 2 tablespoons almond butter
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 teaspoon sea salt
For the Coating
- 1/2 cup dark chocolate chips (dairy-free, if needed)
- 1 teaspoon coconut oil
Assembly
- Cake pop sticks
Instructions
- Make the Dough: In a large bowl, combine the almond flour, coconut flour, maple syrup, unsweetened applesauce, almond butter, vanilla extract, and sea salt. Mix thoroughly until a uniform, pliable dough forms.
- Shape the Cake Pops: Using a small cookie scoop or tablespoon, portion out the dough and roll into small balls. Arrange the balls on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper for easy cleanup.
- Insert Sticks: Gently insert a cake pop stick into the center of each dough ball, pushing about halfway through to help hold the shape.
- Freeze to Firm: Place the cake pops in the freezer for 15–20 minutes, or until they are firm and easy to handle for dipping.
- Melt the Chocolate: In a microwave-safe bowl, combine the dark chocolate chips and coconut oil. Melt in 20-second intervals, stirring in between, until smooth and glossy. Be careful not to overheat.
- Dip the Pops: Dip each chilled cake pop into the melted chocolate, swirling to coat completely. Allow any excess chocolate to drip off.
- Set the Pops: Place the chocolate-dipped cake pops upright in a styrofoam block, or lay them flat on fresh parchment paper. Chill in the refrigerator or freezer for 10 minutes, or until the chocolate is fully set.
- Store: Store any remaining cake pops in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week.
Notes
- Ensure your chocolate is fully melted and smooth for easy dipping and even coating.
- If using dairy-free chocolate, verify all ingredients for allergies or sensitivities.
- Substitute almond butter with cashew butter or sunflower seed butter for nut-free adaptation.
- Decorate with naturally colored sprinkles or shredded coconut if desired.
- Freeze the pops before dipping to help them keep their shape.
- Prep Time: 25 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Desserts
- Method: No-cook
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cake pop
- Calories: 130 kcal
- Sugar: 6 g
- Sodium: 50 mg
- Fat: 9 g
- Saturated Fat: 2.5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 12 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 3 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg