Cake Pops Recipe
These delicious homemade cake pops are a perfect bite-sized treat, combining moist cake, creamy frosting, and a chocolate coating. They’re fun to make, easy to customize, and ideal for any celebration!
Equipment
- Mixing bowl
- - Baking Sheet
- Lollipop sticks
- Microwave-safe bowl (for melting chocolate)
- Spatula
- Fork (for crumbling cake)
- - Parchment Paper
- Cooling rack
Ingredients
- ✅ For the Cake Pops:
- 1 baked cake any flavor, crumbled
- ½ cup frosting buttercream, cream cheese, or your choice
- ✅ For the Coating & Decoration:
- 12 oz candy melts or melted chocolate
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil or coconut oil for smooth dipping
- Sprinkles crushed nuts, or edible glitter (optional)
Instructions
- 1️⃣ Crumble the Cake: Let the baked cake cool completely, then crumble it into fine pieces in a large bowl.
- 2️⃣ Mix with Frosting: Gradually add frosting and mix until the texture becomes dough-like.
- 3️⃣ Shape the Cake Pops: Roll the mixture into small, even balls (about 1-inch in size). Place them on a baking sheet.
- 4️⃣ Insert Sticks: Dip the tip of each lollipop stick into melted chocolate and insert it into a cake ball. Chill in the fridge for 30 minutes.
- 5️⃣ Dip in Chocolate: Melt the candy melts or chocolate, stirring until smooth. Dip each cake pop into the melted coating, ensuring full coverage.
- 6️⃣ Decorate: Before the coating hardens, add sprinkles or other decorations.
- 7️⃣ Let Set: Place cake pops upright in a stand or on parchment paper to harden completely.
- 8️⃣ Serve & Enjoy!
Notes
If the mixture feels too dry, add a little extra frosting.
For a smoother finish, tap the cake pop gently after dipping to remove excess chocolate.
Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or refrigerate for up to a week.
For a smoother finish, tap the cake pop gently after dipping to remove excess chocolate.
Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or refrigerate for up to a week.
