Why Make This Recipe
Starbucks Cake Pops are a delightful treat loved by many. They are perfect for parties, coffee breaks, or simply as a sweet snack. Making them at home is easy and allows you to customize flavors and decorations to your liking. Plus, they can be a fun activity to do with friends or family!
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Starbucks Cake Pops
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 12 servings 1x
- Diet: Vegetarian
Description
Delightful cake pops that are perfect for parties, coffee breaks, or as a sweet snack. Customize flavors and decorations to your liking!
Ingredients
- 1 box vanilla cake mix
- 1 jar frosting
- 1 cup melted candy coating (e.g., chocolate or colored candy melts)
- Lollipop sticks
Instructions
- Prepare the vanilla cake mix according to package instructions and bake.
- Once cooled, crumble the cake into a large bowl.
- Mix in the frosting until well combined.
- Roll the mixture into small balls and place on a baking sheet.
- Insert lollipop sticks into each cake ball and freeze for about 30 minutes.
- Dip each cake pop into melted candy coating and let the excess drip off.
- Place on a stand or back on the baking sheet to set.
- Allow to harden completely before serving.
Notes
Use a good quality frosting for better flavor. Experiment with different types of candy coating for variety. Decorate with sprinkles or drizzle more chocolate on top for a fun look.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cake pop
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 23g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
How to Make Starbucks Cake Pops
Ingredients:
- 1 box vanilla cake mix
- 1 jar frosting
- 1 cup melted candy coating (e.g., chocolate or colored candy melts)
- Lollipop sticks
Directions:
- Prepare the vanilla cake mix according to package instructions and bake.
- Once cooled, crumble the cake into a large bowl.
- Mix in the frosting until well combined.
- Roll the mixture into small balls and place on a baking sheet.
- Insert lollipop sticks into each cake ball and freeze for about 30 minutes.
- Dip each cake pop into melted candy coating and let the excess drip off.
- Place on a stand or back on the baking sheet to set.
- Allow to harden completely before serving.
How to Serve Starbucks Cake Pops
Starbucks Cake Pops can be served in many ways. You can place them on a nice stand for a party or stack them in a jar for a cute display. They are perfect for sharing with friends or enjoying with your favorite cup of coffee.
How to Store Starbucks Cake Pops
To store leftover cake pops, place them in an airtight container. Keep them in the refrigerator for up to a week. If you want to keep them longer, you can freeze them before dipping. When ready to eat, let them thaw in the fridge first.
Tips to Make Starbucks Cake Pops
- Use a good quality frosting for better flavor.
- Experiment with different types of candy coating for variety.
- Decorate with sprinkles or drizzle more chocolate on top for a fun look.
- Make sure your cake pops are chilled before dipping to help the coating stick better.
Variation
You can try using different cake mixes, like chocolate or red velvet, and switch the frosting flavor to match. You can also add mini chocolate chips or nuts to the cake mixture for extra texture.
FAQs
1. Can I use homemade cake instead of cake mix?
Yes, you can use a homemade cake! Just make sure it’s cooled and crumbled well.
2. How can I make my cake pops more colorful?
Use colored candy melts for the coating and add colorful sprinkles on top.
3. Can I make these ahead of time?
Absolutely! You can make the cake pops a few days in advance. Just store them properly in an airtight container.