25 Cake Pop Recipes that are perfect for any occasion. From parties and holidays to family movie night, these cake pop recipes will impress. These are the best cake pop recipes and so easy to make.
There are so many tasty cake flavors and everyone will enjoy these cake pops. Whether you have a special occasion or just want to surprise the kids, there is a recipe to please everyone!
Choose from an assortment of cake pops that everyone will enjoy. You can easily use gluten free cake mix in these recipes if desired.
What's in this post: Cake Pop Recipes
- What Is a Cake Pop?
- Ingredients
- How to Make Cake Pops
- 1. Starbucks Cake Pops
- 2. Birthday Cake Pops
- 3. Chocolate Cake Pop
- 4. Pumpkin Cake Pops
- 5. Strawberry Cake Pops
- 6. Cookie Dough Cake Pops
- 7. Starbucks Lemon Cake Pops
- 8. Brownie Cake Pops
- 9. Thanksgiving Cake Pops
- 10. Shamrock Cake Pops
- 11. Christmas Cake Pops
- 12. Halloween Cake Pops
- 13. Red Velvet Cake Pops
- 14. Mummy Cake Pops
- 15. Christmas Tree Cake Pops
- 16. Reindeer Cake Pops
- 17. Vanilla Cake Balls
- 18. Red Velvet Cake Balls
- 19. Carrot Cake Truffles
- 20. Oatmeal Cream Pie Cake Pops
- 21. Chocolate Peanut Butter Cake Pops
- 22. Chocolate Cake Pops
- 23. Cake Pop Ice Cream Cones
- 24. Strawberry Shortcake Cake Pops
- 25. Rainbow Cake Pops
- Frequently Asked Questions
- More Easy Cake Recipes
What Is a Cake Pop?
A cake pop is a combination of cake and icing formed into a ball. Each ball has cake pop sticks in them similar to a lollipop. Then it is dipped in melted chocolate or candy coating.
Cake pops are very popular with kids and so much fun to eat.
Ingredients
Homemade Cake Pops typically include cake and frosting. The coating consists of candy melts, white chocolate or milk chocolate. Additional ingredients can include sprinkles and other embellishments for the cake pops.
How to Make Cake Pops
- Step 1. Make the box cake mix. Bake the cake batter and allow to cool completely. Keep in mind ovens can vary.
- Step 2. Crumble the Cake in a large mixing bowl.
- Step 3. Stir the cake and frosting together in a large bowl. It should be well combined and a smooth texture. I like to use a stand mixer with paddle attachment low speed. However, you can use any electric mixer.
- Step 4. Form the cake mixture into balls. You can use a cookie scoop to quickly do this and make sure they are all uniform.
- Step 5. Insert the lollipop stick. If the mixture is sticky, you can place in the fridge to chill a few minutes on a lined baking sheet.
- Step 6. Dip the cake balls into candy coating or chocolate. Gently tap to remove any excess coating. You can use the microwave to melt the chocolate. If it is too thick, add coconut oil or shortening.
- Step 7. Place the cake pops in a Styrofoam block to allow them to set at room temperature. If you have a cake pop holder, this can also be used.
These easy step by step instructions result in delicious and gorgeous cake pops! Now you know how to make cake pops recipe.
1. Starbucks Cake Pops
Skip the expensive cake pops at Starbucks and make these easy cake pops at home. The vanilla frosting combines to make vanilla cake pops for a yummy treat. It’s perfect for baby showers.
2. Birthday Cake Pops
Jazz up plain cake pops with lots of rainbow sprinkles for a festive Birthday Cake Pop. It is super cute for parties and looks like confetti cake.
3. Chocolate Cake Pop
Chocolate fans will definitely want to make these decadent cake pops with white sprinkles at home. They are so delicious and simple to make with the perfect sweetness.
4. Pumpkin Cake Pops
Pumpkin Spiced Cake and cream cheese come together for the perfect Pumpkin Cake Pops. Each one is topped with delicious candy coating and so tasty.
5. Strawberry Cake Pops
From the moist cake and decadent cream cheese frosting, these cake pops do not disappoint. The sprinkles make these so pretty.
6. Cookie Dough Cake Pops
Enjoy all the flavor of cookie dough in this luscious cake pops coated in chocolate and chocolate chip filling inside. Top with sprinkles for a pop of color on these delicious chocolate flavors.
7. Starbucks Lemon Cake Pops
We love the lemon cake pops at Starbucks. Now, you can enjoy them year-round with this simple and yummy recipe. For more lemon flavor, use lemon pound cake inside.
8. Brownie Cake Pops
There is so much chocolate in this recipe for Brownie Cake Pops. Everyone will go crazy over this recipe.
9. Thanksgiving Cake Pops
Make these festive little turkey cake pops for a treat the kids will go crazy over. They are absolutely adorable.
10. Shamrock Cake Pops
Bright green cake pops with white hearts formed into a shamrock make the cutest cake pops. They are so bright and vibrant. You can use gel food coloring to enhance the cake color or substitute with key lime cake.
11. Christmas Cake Pops
Red, green and white cake pops with lots of festive sprinkles make the perfect treat for any Christmas party. They will be the perfect addition to your holiday dessert table.
12. Halloween Cake Pops
Learn how to make cute Jack-o-lantern faces on these Halloween cake pops. They are too cute and a blast tom ake.
13. Red Velvet Cake Pops
This recipe makes it easy to enjoy all the flavors of red velvet cake in a tasty cake pop. These are so rich and decadent.
14. Mummy Cake Pops
It is super easy to make Mummy Cake Pops for the best treat for Halloween parties and more.
15. Christmas Tree Cake Pops
While these Christmas tree pops look fancy, they are so easy to make. These simple step by step instructions make it simple to make adorable Christmas Trees!
16. Reindeer Cake Pops
This fun and festive treat will be a hit at Christmas parties and more. Reindeer Cake Pops are so adorable.
17. Vanilla Cake Balls
The sweet flavor of vanilla cake and frosting combined with sprinkles make the perfect cake balls. They are so pretty too.
18. Red Velvet Cake Balls
Flavorful red velvet cake combined with cream cheese icing and dipped in white chocolate make a sweet treat. The pink drizzle on top is so pretty but you can use any color you prefer.
19. Carrot Cake Truffles
Fans of carrot cake will absolutely love these bite size truffles. It is such a fun way to enjoy everything about carrot cake in fun to eat truffles.
20. Oatmeal Cream Pie Cake Pops
Do you love Little Debbie Oatmeal Cream Pies? This recipe is a must try and includes all the flavor you love of these popular cookies.
21. Chocolate Peanut Butter Cake Pops
Chocolate and peanut butter combine for one of the best treats. If you love this combination, you have to make this recipe. Each bite is so wonderful with the flavors of each ingredient.
22. Chocolate Cake Pops
Chocolate and more chocolate come together for a decadent treat. These are topped with heart sprinkles but can easily be modified for any occasion or holiday.
23. Cake Pop Ice Cream Cones
These darling cake pops are decorated into ice cream cones for the cutest treat. I think this is a fun idea for birthday parties.
24. Strawberry Shortcake Cake Pops
Give this a try for a Spring time or summer treat with so much fresh strawberry flavor. Everything you love about strawberry shortcake is packed into these yummy cake pops.
25. Rainbow Cake Pops
One bite into these custom color desserts and you will see the gorgeous and colorful layers. This recipe is stunning and such a fun treat. Try making this recipe for a rainbow themed birthday party.
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, cake pops can be frozen. We recommend freezing them before they have been decorated.
Place the cake balls that are formed but undecorated on a baking sheet. Flash freeze for an hour. Then transfer to a freezer container or bag.
They can be frozen up to 6 weeks. Allow to thaw and then dip in coating and decorate as normal.
You can also freeze cake pops decorated but the appearance might be altered. If freezing decorated cake pops, wrap them individually in plastic wrap. Then place inside a freezer container. See Can you Freeze Cake Pops for more tips and tricks.
Cake Pops are Cake Balls that have a lollipop stick inserted into them. Any cake ball recipe can be converted into cake pops simply by inserting a stick into them.
More Easy Cake Recipes
Try one of these fun and tasty cake pop recipes. Please come back and leave and comment. I can’t wait to hear what you tried.
