Method
Step 1 - Preparation of the sponge cake
Using a whisk attachment on a planetary mixer, blend cake mix and water at slow speed for 1 minute. Scrape the batter and again mix at medium speed for 2 minutes. Add oil while mixing at slow speed for 1 minute. Scrape and again mix at medium speed for 2 minutes. If mixing by hand, mix the cake and water with a hand whisk for approximately 4-5 minutes. Add oil and mix for 2 minutes until a smooth and uniform batter is formed. Pour the batter into the baking tin. Bake at 180°C for approximately 25 min to 30 min.
Step 2 - Preparation of the cake balls
Once the red velvet sponge is cooled down, crumble with your hands in a bowl. Add melted dark chocolate and cream cheese. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and using your hands, roll the cake into 1½ - 2 inch-sized balls and place them on the parchment paper.
Step 3 - Preparation of the Pops
Freeze the cake ball for one hour. Remove the cake balls from the refrigerator and dip it in melted white chocolate, using a toothpick. Make sure the balls are covered with the melted white chocolate, remove the cake balls & tap on the side of the balls to remove excess melted chocolate. Gently slide off the toothpicks. Put the cake balls in an airtight container & store them in the refrigerator until ready to eat, store up to 3 days for best flavor.
Product Used
A convenient complete mix for the preparation of red velvet sponge cakes with real cheese powder.