Cake Pops Recipe

Inspired by Starbucks, these delightful cake pops are easy to customize with endless flavor combinations and perfect for any occasion! A bit of work, yes, but the result is pure deliciousness. Create adorable cake pops for birthdays, holidays, or just a fun weekend baking project. Get creative with your toppings and fillings for a truly unique treat!

Prep Time 60 mins
Cook Time 120 mins
Calories 138.7 kcal
Protein 2g
Rating 4.0 (14 Reviews)
Cake Pops 14

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Chef Forktionary, author of this recipe

Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Cake Pops

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How to Make Cake Pops

  1. Bake a 13.4 oz box of cake mix according to package directions. Let cool completely.
  2. Crumble the cooled cake into a food processor. Process in batches if necessary. Transfer the crumbs to a large mixing bowl.
  3. Add 1 (16 oz) can of store-bought frosting (or make your own equivalent) to the cake crumbs. Mix until a dough-like consistency forms.
  4. Using a small cookie scoop (approximately 1 inch in diameter), scoop out the cake mixture and roll into 1-inch balls.
  5. Melt 12 oz of Wilton candy melts according to package directions.
  6. Dip the very end of a lollipop stick into the melted candy coating and insert about halfway into each cake ball.
  7. Refrigerate the uncoated cake pops for at least 1 hour to firm up.
  8. Re-melt the Wilton candy melts if necessary. Dip each cake pop into the melted coating, turning to coat completely. Gently tap off excess coating.
  9. Immediately insert the coated cake pops into a styrofoam block or similar container to allow them to set. Decorate with sprinkles while the coating is still wet.
  10. Once the coating has set, insert cake pops into lollipop treat bags and secure with a twist tie or ribbon.
  11. For an extra touch, drizzle with additional melted candy melts in your favorite colors or designs.
  12. Get creative with flavor combinations! (See suggestions below)

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

4 g

Sugar

60g

Fat

9g

Carbs

6g