Can You Freeze Cake Pops? Yes, and it is very simple to do with these easy tips. Learn how to freeze these decadent treats and simplify the process.

It is so easy to freeze cake pops to enjoy later. Everyone loves cake pops, but they often require several steps, and the decorating process can often be lengthy.
This isn’t always an option for parties and special occasions as time is limited. Freezing cake pops is a simple solution.
Some of our favorite homemade cake pops include Oreo Cake Pops, Red Velvet Cake Pops and more.
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Why We Love This
These easy step-by-step instructions make it simple to freeze cake pops. Learn how to freeze cake pops to enjoy later. You will be ready with the perfect treats for any celebration including birthdays, baby showers and more.
They are also great for party favors at a dinner party, weddings and any occasion. No need to go to a bakery or coffee shop for these treats when you can make and freeze them!
How to Freeze Cake Pops
Freezing cake pops is easiest before they are assembled and decorated.
- Step 1. To prevent freezer burn, individually wrap each cake ball in plastic wrap. This will help to prevent extra moisture.
- Step 2. Place inside a freezer bag or freezer container in a single layer. You do not want them to get crushed and lose their pretty shape.
- Step 3. Store in the freezer.
How to Freeze Decorated Cake Pops
If you are freezing cake pops that are already prepared, use this method.
- Step 1. Dip the cake pops. Prepare the cake batter as normal with your favorite cake recipes or box cake mix. Dip the cake in candy coating or melted chocolate, such as white chocolate, while holding the lollipop sticks. Top with sprinkles while you hold upright.
- Step 2. Allow chocolate coating or candy coating to dry completely before freezing.
- Step 3. Wrap each cake pop in wax paper instead of plastic wrap. This will prevent the coating from sticking when you thaw it.
- Step 4. Place the wrapped cake pops inside a freezer bag or container. Make sure they are in a single layer so they don’t get crushed.
How to Thaw Cake Pops
Thawing cake pops that are plain and undecorated.
- Step 1: Defrost the cake pops in the refrigerator and then allow it to come to room temperature on the counter.
- Step 2. Insert the sticks and decorate as normal. You must allow these to thaw completely before dipping in candy melts and decorating or you will have crumble cake bits and cracking from the frozen cake.
Thawing cake pops that are prepared and decorated.
- Step 1: Allow to thaw in the fridge when ready to use. Thaw the night before to make sure they are completely thawed.
- Step 2. Once the baked cake pops have thawed for 2 to 3 hours, unwrap them. This will help prevent condensation from forming on the cake pops.
- Step 3. Serve and enjoy.

Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, you can. However, typically some of the decorations will be damaged in this process.
They will still taste amazing, but this is not the preferred method if freezing in advance for parties.
They can be frozen up to 6 weeks. We do not recommend freezing longer to ensure they still look amazing and taste the freshest. The texture will begin to change after 6 weeks.
Yes, you can but we do not recommend it. The cake pops are safe to eat but the texture will change, and they won’t taste as good. Also, if they are decorated, the appearance of the cake pops will not look as pretty.
The Best Cake Pop Recipes
- Cookie Dough Cake Pop recipe
- Brownie cake pops
- Starbucks Cake Pops
- Strawberry cake pops
- Birthday Cake Pops
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- Can you Freeze Sweet Potato Pie
- Can You Freeze Pound Cake
Try these easy tips and trick to freeze cake pops today. Please leave a comment and let me know how it turns out.