The Best Cake Pop Recipe
Make the best cake pops at home with this easy recipe. These bite-sized treats combine moist cake, creamy frosting, and a chocolatey outer shell for the perfect dessert.
Equipment
- Lollipop Sticks
- Microwave-Safe Bowl
- Parchment paper
- Cooling Rack
- Cake Pop Stand
Ingredients
Cake & Frosting
- 1 box vanilla or chocolate cake mix or homemade cake
- Ingredients as per cake mix typically eggs, oil, and water
- 1 cup frosting vanilla, chocolate, or cream cheese
Coating & Decorations
- 12 oz candy melts white, milk, or dark chocolate
- 1 tbsp vegetable oil or coconut oil to thin out the coating
- 24 lollipop sticks
- Sprinkles, crushed nuts, or edible glitter for decoration
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Prepare the cake mix according to the package instructions. Bake the cake in a 9×13-inch pan and let it cool completely.
- Once cooled, crumble the cake into fine crumbs using your hands or a food processor.
- Add 1/2 cup of frosting and mix well. Add more frosting 1 tbsp at a time until the mixture is moist enough to hold its shape.
- Use a cookie scoop to portion out even-sized balls (about 1 inch in diameter). Roll them gently between your palms until smooth. Place them on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Refrigerate for 1 hour or freeze for 15–20 minutes to firm them up.
- Melt a small amount of candy melts in the microwave (30-second increments). Dip ½ inch of each lollipop stick into the melted candy, then insert it halfway into each cake ball.
- Melt the remaining candy melts in a microwave-safe bowl. Stir until smooth. If the chocolate is too thick, add 1 tsp of vegetable oil to thin it out.
- Dip each cake pop fully into the melted chocolate, turning gently to coat evenly. Let the excess drip off, then place upright in a styrofoam block or cake pop stand.
- While the coating is still wet, add sprinkles, nuts, or drizzles of contrasting chocolate. Let the cake pops set at room temperature for 30 minutes or refrigerate for faster setting.
Notes
Chill the cake balls before dipping to prevent them from falling apart. If the chocolate is too thick, add a teaspoon of vegetable or coconut oil for a smoother dip.