why make this recipe
Making your own Starbucks-style cake pops at home is not only fun but also a great way to enjoy a sweet treat with family and friends. These cake pops are perfect for celebrations, snacks, or just a cozy day at home. Plus, you can customize them however you like!
how to make Easy Starbucks Cake Pop Recipe Copycat
Ingredients :
- 1 box vanilla cake mix
- 1/3 cup french vanilla frosting
- 1 bag light pink candy melts (12oz)
- white sprinkles
- Water (as per cake mix instructions)
- Vegetable oil (as per cake mix instructions)
- Eggs (as per cake mix instructions)
- Lollipop sticks (optional)
Directions :
- Preheat the oven according to the cake mix box instructions. Prepare a 9×13 inch baking pan by greasing and flouring it. Combine the cake mix ingredients (water, oil, eggs) and pour the mixture into the pan. Bake until a toothpick inserted comes out clean. Cool completely, then crumble the cake into fine pieces resembling coarse sand.
- Add 1/3 cup of french vanilla frosting to the crumbled cake and mix until it forms a pliable, cookie-dough-like consistency. Roll small portions into uniform 1-inch balls and place them on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Chill for 30 minutes.
- Melt the light pink candy melts using a double boiler or microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring in between. Once smooth, stir in 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil to thin the consistency. Keep warm.
- Insert lollipop sticks into the chilled cake balls. Dip each cake pop into the melted candy, swirling to coat evenly. Lift them and let excess drip off. Immediately sprinkle with white sprinkles before the candy sets.
- Place the decorated cake pops upright on parchment paper or in a cake pop stand. Allow the candy coating to harden completely at room temperature (15-30 minutes) or in the refrigerator (10-15 minutes).
how to serve Easy Starbucks Cake Pop Recipe Copycat
You can serve the cake pops on a cake pop stand or a decorative plate. They are great for parties, kids’ birthdays, or as a treat for yourself. Pair them with coffee or tea for a delightful snack.
how to store Easy Starbucks Cake Pop Recipe Copycat
Store the cake pops in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week. If you want to keep them for longer, you can store them in the refrigerator. Just make sure they are well packed to prevent them from sticking together.
tips to make Easy Starbucks Cake Pop Recipe Copycat
- Make sure the cake is completely cooled before crumbling to avoid a gooey mixture.
- Use cold hands when rolling the cake balls to keep them from getting too warm and difficult to shape.
- Experiment with different colored candy melts and sprinkles to create unique cake pops for any occasion.
variation
You can experiment with different cake flavors such as chocolate or red velvet. You can also use different flavored frostings and candy melts for a variety of tastes and looks.
FAQs
1. Can I use a different flavor of cake mix?
Yes! You can use any flavor of cake mix that you like, such as chocolate or lemon.
2. How do I make my cake pops more colorful?
You can use colored candy melts or add food coloring to the frosting for fun variations.
3. Can I freeze cake pops?
Yes, you can freeze cake pops. Make sure they are well wrapped to prevent freezer burn. To thaw, simply place them in the refrigerator before serving.
Starbucks-Style Cake Pops
Ingredients
Method
- Preheat the oven according to the cake mix box instructions.
- Prepare a 9x13 inch baking pan by greasing and flouring it.
- Combine the cake mix ingredients (water, oil, eggs) and pour the mixture into the pan.
- Bake until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
- Cool completely, then crumble the cake into fine pieces resembling coarse sand.
- Add 1/3 cup of french vanilla frosting to the crumbled cake and mix until it forms a pliable, cookie-dough-like consistency.
- Roll small portions into uniform 1-inch balls and place them on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Chill for 30 minutes.
- Melt the light pink candy melts using a double boiler or microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring in between.
- Once smooth, stir in 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil to thin the consistency.
- Keep warm.
- Insert lollipop sticks into the chilled cake balls.
- Dip each cake pop into the melted candy, swirling to coat evenly.
- Lift them and let excess drip off.
- Immediately sprinkle with white sprinkles before the candy sets.
- Place the decorated cake pops upright on parchment paper or in a cake pop stand.
- Allow the candy coating to harden completely at room temperature (15-30 minutes) or in the refrigerator (10-15 minutes).