Vanilla Cake Pops (Starbucks Copycat)

This Vanilla Cake Pops recipe is a Starbucks inspired delicious treat, offering a delicious bite-sized snack for enjoying on the go. The combination of crumbled cake mix with frosting and candy melts decorated with sprinkles offer a moist and dense cake pop for birthday parties or a sweet treat!

Also try my popular white vanilla cake balls with rainbow sprinkles, unicorn bars, easy vanilla cupcakes and my easy homemade funfetti cupcakes.

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Homemake Cake Pops Recipe

These cake pops are a mix of the perfect vanilla cake mix flavor with a wonderful smooth, crisp coating texture for a sweet indulgence without overindulging.

They are a versatile treat that can be customized for special occasions like Valentine’s Day with sprinkles, a drizzle of white or milk chocolate, and a variety of candy melt colors.

Kids love them served at holiday or birthday parties as a fun and simple snack to eat with peppermint or white hot chocolate or for enjoying on the go in the car with a latte.

Ingredients

• Vanilla Cake Mix – I used Duncan Hines
• Eggs – as required by the cake mix
• Vegetable Oil – as needed
• Water – as needed but the cake mix
• Vanilla Frosting – pre-made frosting for convenience
• Candy Melts – pink candy melts
• White Sprinkles – white nonpareils

How To Make Vanilla Cake Pops

Step One – Preheat your oven to the temperature specified on the cake mix box.

Step Two – In a large mixing bowl, combine the cake mix, eggs, oil, and water. Mix until well combined and smooth.

Step Three – Pour the batter into a greased baking pan and bake according to the instructions on the box.

Step Four – Once baked, remove the cake from the oven and allow it to cool completely.

Step Five – Once the cake is completely cooled, crumble it into fine crumbs using your hands or a food processor.

Step Six – Add the vanilla frosting to the cake crumbs and mix until the mixture is well combined and holds together when pressed.

Step Seven – Using your hands, scoop out small portions of the cake mixture and roll them into balls. Place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.

Step Eight – Freeze the cake balls for about 15-20 minutes, or until they are firm.

Step Nine – Melt the pink candy melts according to the package instructions, either in a microwave or using a double boiler.

Step Ten – Dip the tip of a cake pop stick into the melted candy, then insert it into a cake ball (about halfway through). This helps secure the stick in the cake ball.

Step Eleven – Dip the entire cake ball into the melted candy, turning it to coat evenly. Allow any excess coating to drip off.

Step Twelve – While the coating is still wet, sprinkle the white sprinkles over the top for decoration.

Step Thirteen – Place the cake pop upright in a styrofoam block or cake pop stand to set. Repeat with the remaining cake balls.

Step Fourteen – Allow the cake pops to set completely at room temperature or in the fridge.

Once set, the cake pops are ready to be enjoyed!

Storage Instructions

Store using an airtight container at room temperature for 1 to 2 days or in the fridge for 5 to 7 days.

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