Red Velvet Rudolph Cake PopsA cozy

The Story & Intro
Bonjour my friends! 👋 I’m Lacamorea, a 31-year-old French girl who traded the cobblestone streets of Paris for the cozy kitchens of America 🇫🇷➡️🇺🇸. Ever since I could reach the countertop, I’ve been whisking, stirring, and sneaking tastes of cake batter when no one was looking 🍰😋. Cooking isn’t just my passion it’s my love language, my therapy, and my favorite way to make people smile.

So today, I’m sharing a treat that brings out my inner child every single December: Red Velvet Rudolph Cake Pops adorable little reindeer faces with shiny red noses, chocolate antlers, and that classic velvety bite we all love. When I first made them in my tiny Paris apartment, I remember balancing a bowl on my knees because the counter space was barely big enough for a cutting board. But somehow, even in that cramped kitchen, the magic of Christmas filled the room.

Now, here in America, making these Red Velvet Rudolph Cake Pops has become one of my favorite holiday rituals. I love watching faces light up adults, kids, grandparents when these cute little Rudolphs appear on the dessert table. They’re festive without being complicated, delicious without being fussy, and honestly… they might be the most joyful dessert I’ve ever made.

And because you know me I always mix tradition with a bit of playful creativity I’ve added fun decorating tricks and a shortcut-friendly method that keeps holiday baking stress-free. These Red Velvet Rudolph Cake Pops aren’t just a dessert; they’re that warm, cozy memory you’ll reach for year after year.

Let’s dive in, mon ami. The sleigh is warmed up, the cocoa is steaming, and Rudolph is ready to guide our whisking tonight. 🎄✨

🛒 Ingredients

For the Cake Pops:

• 1 box red velvet cake mix (plus ingredients listed on box)
• OR 1 homemade red velvet cake (about 9×13”)
• 1 cup cream cheese frosting (store-bought or homemade)

For the Coating:

• 2 cups chocolate candy melts
• 1 tablespoon coconut oil (optional, for thinning)

For Decorating Rudolph:

• Mini pretzels (for antlers)
• Red M&M’s or red chocolate candies (for noses)
• Candy eyes
• Lollipop sticks
• Festive sprinkles (optional but adorable ✨)

👩‍🍳 Step-by-Step Instructions

1. Bake the Cake
   Prepare your red velvet cake according to package or homemade recipe instructions. Let it cool completely before crumbling.
2. Crumble & Mix
   Break the cooled cake into fine crumbs in a large bowl.
   Add cream cheese frosting a spoonful at a time until the mixture holds together like soft dough.
3. Shape Into Rudolph Heads
   Roll about 1 tablespoon of dough into a smooth ball for each cake pop.
   Place on a parchment-lined tray and refrigerate for 1 hour (or freeze for 20 minutes).
4. Insert Sticks
   Dip each lollipop stick tip into melted chocolate, then insert into a chilled cake ball.
   Chill again for 10 minutes to secure.
5. Prepare the Chocolate Coating
   Melt chocolate candy melts with a tiny bit of coconut oil until silky-smooth.
6. Dip the Cake Pops
   Holding the stick, dip each ball straight down and pull up gently.
   Tap lightly to remove excess chocolate.
7. Add Rudolph’s Features
   • Stick on candy eyes while coating is still wet.
   • Add the iconic red nose (M&M or candy).
   • Break mini pretzels in half and insert as antlers.
     Let the pops stand upright in a foam block to set.
8. Chill & Serve
   Refrigerate for 20 minutes until firm and glossy.

Serving Suggestions
These Red Velvet Rudolph Cake Pops are perfect for:

• Holiday dessert tables
• Office or school parties
• Edible gifts wrapped in cellophane
• Hot cocoa night treats
• Christmas Eve cookie alternatives

Serve them upright in a mug of marshmallows for an irresistibly cute display!

📝 Notes

• If the coating cracks, your cake pops were too cold let them warm slightly before dipping.
• Add more frosting only if needed; too much will make pops too soft.
• Use high-quality candy melts for smoother dipping.
• For a peppermint twist, add crushed candy cane sprinkles.

🍽️ Nutrition (Approx. per pop)

• Calories: 140
• Fat: 6g
• Carbs: 20g
• Sugar: 16g
• Protein: 1g

📋 Recipe Card
Red Velvet Rudolph Cake Pops 🎄🦌

⏱️ Time

• Prep: 30 minutes
• Chill: 1 hour
• Decorate: 20 minutes

🛒 Ingredients

• Red velvet cake
• Cream cheese frosting
• Chocolate melts
• Pretzels, candy eyes, red noses
• Lollipop sticks

👩‍🍳 Instructions

1. Bake and fully cool cake.
2. Crumble and mix with frosting.
3. Shape into balls and chill.
4. Insert sticks and chill again.
5. Melt chocolate coating.
6. Dip pops and add eyes, nose, antlers.
7. Chill to set and enjoy!

📝 Notes
Keep them refrigerated if prepping ahead.

🍽️ Nutrition
Approx. 140 calories per pop.

Conclusion
These Red Velvet Rudolph Cake Pops bring so much joy to any holiday celebration. They’re playful, nostalgic, and full of sweet red velvet goodness the kind of treat that instantly makes a kitchen feel warmer. I love creating desserts that feel like a hug, and Rudolph’s bright red nose never fails to make me smile. Whether you’re baking for kids, friends, coworkers, or yourself (yes, treat yourself!), these little reindeer are guaranteed to light up the room like Christmas lights.

Thank you for spending time in my cozy kitchen, mon ami. Now go enjoy your adorable, delicious Rudolphs! ❤️🎄