Here's a fun and simple recipe for super cute pink heart crispy cake pops.
It takes very little time to prepare these gooey treats that burst with colour and crunch.
It's perfect for Valentine's Day, or any day really, and it's great fun to make with the kids.
Here's how to make around 8 medium-sized crispy cake pops that are just the right balance of chewy and crispy.
Ingredients
- 50 g (1.8 oz) salted butter plus a little for greasing your dish
- 350 g (12.3 oz) marshmallows
- 200 g (7.1 oz) rice crispies
- 5 drops red food colouring
Equipment
- Medium roasting pan 35x25cm (14x10")
Instructions
Melt the butter over a low heat.
Stir in the marshmallows until fully melted.
Take off the heat and add the food colouring.
Stir in the rice crispies until well combined.
Press into a greased tray and pack down well. If your hands keep sticking, try rubbing some butter on them.
When completely cool, cut out the heart shapes - cut them as close together as you can to maximise space (you can of course eat the offcuts too!)
Push a pop stick into each one and you're done!
Aren't they cute?!
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Tips for how best to get creative with your crispy cake pops and storage suggestions.
Can I use other cereal?
I haven't personally tried it but puffed wheat or chocolate rice crispies should work. As long as you're mindful of quantities you can get as creative as you like with what's in the cupboard.
Can I add things to my crispy cake pops?
You could throw in some raisins or chop up some dried fruit and mix it through the dry cereal for some extra chewiness and taste.
You could also melt some chocolate and dip one half of the cake pop into it as an extra treat.
Can I have different colours?
If you divide your rice crispies in half and then pour your melted marshmallows into two separate bowls you can add different food colouring to each before adding the rice crispies . Use the bowl you poured half your mixture in first as it will be cooler.
What can I do with my leftover cake pop mix?
I find there's usually enough space for some slightly smaller hearts which you could stick to the front of the cake pops or make fun shapes with, but once the heart-shaped ones have been eaten no one will be complaining that the off-cuts got stored too!
How should I store my crispy cake pops?
They will last for 3 days if you put them in an airtight container somewhere cool, but they won't be nearly as soft on day 3. Use greaseproof paper between each layer to stop the cake pops sticking together.
Can I freeze crispy cake pops?
Yes, just store your crispy cake pops as you normally would, but place in the freezer. They won't be quite as soft as they were, but still very tasty.
You only need to let them defrost for 20 minutes at room temperature, which means they're a cheap and tasty treat for lunchboxes and outings that takes 30 seconds to grab.
Can I make crispy cake pops in advance?
You can make them the day before, they will lose a little of their chewiness but still be super tasty.
What other Valentine's Day ideas are there?
For more cute Valentine's Day bakes, try this list of 25 Valentine's Day recipes.
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Super Cute Pink Heart Crispy Cake Pops Recipe
Ingredients
- 50 g (1.8 oz) salted butter plus a little for greasing your dish
- 350 g (12.3 oz) marshmallows
- 200 g (7.1 oz) rice crispies
- 5 drops red food colouring
Equipment
- Medium roasting pan 35x25cm (14x10")
Instructions
- Melt the butter over a low heat, then stir in the marshmallows until fully melted.
- Take off the heat and stir in the food colouring.
- Stir in the rice crispies until well combined.
- Press into the greased tray and pack down well (if your hands keep sticking, try rubbing some butter on them).
- When completely cool, cut out the heart shapes - cut them as close together as you can to maximise space (you can of course eat the offcuts too!)
- Push a pop stick into each one and you're done!
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Jagriti Roy says
I find myself slurping for those crispy cakes. They are really super cute and can be easily enlisted among the essentials of Valentine's day celebration menu. Thank you for sharing such a nice and tasty recipe with us. I am going to try this at home...
Emily Leary says
Thank you! The kids absolutely loved helping to both make and eat these. Now we need to make some more for Valentine's Day!
NAti says
Oh wow! these heart shaped popcakes look adorable! I bet they are very tasty too :)
Emily Leary says
Yes, they really are so tasty and the kids loved to help make them. Now we need to make some more for Valentine's day!
Anna says
This seems not too difficult to do. Thanks for easy recipe. hadn’t thought of cutting out shapes like this, that gives me lots of ideas!
Emily Leary says
It's not too difficult at all - the kids loved helping to make (and eat) these. Let me know how you get on with any new ideas!
Flora the Sweaterist says
Yummy! I was just thinking about what I could prepare for my mom and sisters for Valentine's day, and I love this idea. Also, thank you for adding a recipe card to each post! I find it infinitely useful. :)
Emily Leary says
Yes, my family love them and I'm glad you find the recipe card useful!
Kesha says
Your pictures look amazing! What a neat idea. I haven't had Rice Crispy Treats in awhile. I know my son would love to make these with me.
Emily Leary says
Thank you! My kids enjoyed helping with both making and eating these!
Elizabeth O says
I love this idea, they are so cute and quick to make too. Will save this to try myself :)
Emily Leary says
Thank you! Oh yes, do make them. They're so easy. And please let me know how you get on. I'd love to see a pic.
Ayana Nell says
OMG I might just have to make these! I can eat my weight in rice krispy treats and so can my son! This would be perfect for my upcoming mom group valentines day party!
Emily Leary says
My two kids are the same, they love them! I think they'd be a fantastic addition to your party :)
Shubhada Bhide says
oh, my goodness!! These heart cake pops looks delightful and easy to prepare. A perfect treat for my kids this Valentine's Day. Will give this a try!!
Emily Leary says
I agree! Let me know how they turned out if you do end up making them.