Chai Pumpkin Churro Cake Pops (Printable)
Chai and pumpkin blend in baked pops, coated with cinnamon-sugar for a spiced, poppable dessert delight.
# What You'll Need:
→ Dry Ingredients
01 - 2 cups all-purpose flour
02 - 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
03 - 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
04 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
05 - 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
06 - 1 teaspoon ground ginger
07 - 1/2 teaspoon ground cardamom
08 - 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
09 - 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
→ Wet Ingredients
10 - 1 cup pumpkin purée
11 - 3/4 cup granulated sugar
12 - 1/2 cup packed brown sugar
13 - 2 large eggs
14 - 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted and cooled
15 - 1/2 cup whole milk
16 - 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
→ Churro Coating
17 - 1/2 cup granulated sugar
18 - 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
19 - 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
# Method:
01 - Set oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease cake pop or mini muffin pan to prevent sticking.
02 - Whisk flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, ginger, cardamom, nutmeg, and cloves together in a large mixing bowl.
03 - In a separate bowl, whisk pumpkin purée, granulated sugar, brown sugar, eggs, melted butter, milk, and vanilla extract until smooth and fully integrated.
04 - Add wet mixture to dry ingredients and stir gently just until incorporated. Avoid overmixing.
05 - Spoon batter into each cavity of the prepared pan, filling each about three-quarters full.
06 - Place pan in oven and bake for 12 to 15 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center exits clean.
07 - Allow pops to cool in pan for 5 minutes, then transfer to wire rack to cool completely.
08 - In a shallow dish, combine granulated sugar and cinnamon for the coating.
09 - Brush each cooled pop with melted butter, then roll thoroughly in cinnamon-sugar blend to coat.
10 - Insert lollipop sticks if desired. Present warm or at room temperature.
# Expert Advice:
01 -
- Perfect for parties or brunch
- Poppable bites full of chai and pumpkin flavor
02 -
- Use gluten-free flour blend for a gluten-free version
- Pops keep well in an airtight container for up to 3 days
03 -
- Add a pinch of black pepper to the spice mix for extra warmth
- Serve pops with warm caramel or chocolate dipping sauce