Description
Sweet Starbucks cake pops bring bakery magic straight to home kitchens with minimal effort. Crumbly cake mixed with frosting, dipped in chocolate, and decorated, these bite-sized treats promise delightful indulgence you’ll adore crafting and sharing.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Cake Base:
- 1 box vanilla or chocolate cake mix
- Eggs (as per box instructions)
- Oil (as per box instructions)
- Water (as per box instructions)
Alternative Option:
- 1 homemade cake recipe
Frosting:
- ⅓ cup (75 g) frosting (vanilla or chocolate)
Coating and Decoration:
- 2 cups (340 g) candy melts (white, pink, or chocolate)
- 1 tablespoon (15 ml) vegetable oil or coconut oil (optional, for thinning)
- Sprinkles or nonpareils
- Cake pop sticks
Instructions
- Craft the cake foundation by meticulously preparing the batter according to package guidelines or a treasured homemade recipe. Carefully transfer the mixture into a rectangular baking dish, ensuring even distribution. Bake as instructed and allow the cake to cool completely to room temperature.
- Transform the cooled cake into delicate, fine crumbs using gentle hand movements or a fork. Collect these soft crumbs into a spacious mixing vessel.
- Gradually incorporate frosting into the cake crumbs, blending methodically until the mixture achieves a cohesive, moldable consistency. The texture should hold together when gently compressed without becoming excessively wet or sticky.
- Utilize precise scooping techniques to create uniform spherical shapes, rolling each portion between palms to achieve smooth, uniform cake balls. Position these delicate orbs onto a parchment-lined tray and briefly chill in the freezer to enhance structural integrity.
- Prepare the candy coating by carefully melting confectionery wafers in a microwave-safe container. Stir periodically to prevent scorching and consider adding a touch of vegetable or coconut oil to achieve optimal smooth consistency.
- Strategically attach cake pop sticks by first dipping stick ends into melted coating, then gently inserting them midway through each cake ball. Return the prepared pops to the freezer for brief stabilization.
- Execute the dipping process with fluid motions, fully submerging each pop into the glossy coating. Rotate carefully to ensure comprehensive coverage, delicately tapping to remove excess. Swiftly embellish with decorative sprinkles or preferred toppings before the coating solidifies.
- Allow the decorated cake pops to set completely by positioning them upright in a specialized stand or foam block. Once the exterior hardens, they are primed for delightful consumption and sharing.
Notes
- Cake Consistency Matters: Ensure the cake is completely cool and crumbled into fine, even pieces for the perfect texture and easy shaping.
- Moisture Balance is Key: Add frosting gradually to create a moldable mixture that holds together without being too wet or dry, which could affect the cake pop’s structure.
- Chilling Technique: Freezing the cake balls helps them maintain shape during dipping and prevents crumbling when coating with melted candy.
- Coating Smooth Hack: Use a gentle dipping and tapping motion to create a smooth, even candy coating, avoiding drips and ensuring a professional-looking finish.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Desserts, Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 24
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 15 g
- Sodium: 120 mg
- Fat: 7 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 20 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 2 g
- Cholesterol: 20 mg