Introduction

These Starbucks copycat cake pops are a delightful treat that combines moist vanilla cake with smooth frosting and a crisp white chocolate coating. Perfect for parties or an everyday sweet snack, they’re easy to make and fun to decorate.

A cluster of five round cake pops coated in smooth white chocolate is shown, each covered with colorful round sprinkles in shades of pink, orange, blue, white, and yellow. The cake pops are neatly arranged on light wooden sticks, all standing upright inside a short white ceramic jar with a rustic wide neck and a thin gold rim near the top. The background is softly blurred with pink flowers adding gentle color contrasts. The scene sits on a white marbled textured surface. photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Ingredients

1 box vanilla cake mix (plus ingredients called for on the box: water, oil, and eggs)
1 cup vanilla frosting
2 cups white chocolate chips or candy melts
Sprinkles for decoration
Lollipop sticks

Instructions

Step 1: Prepare and bake the vanilla cake as directed on the box using a 9×13 inch pan. Allow the cake to cool completely before moving on.
Step 2: Crumble the cooled cake into a large bowl until no large pieces remain. Add 1 cup of vanilla frosting and mix well until fully combined.
Step 3: Roll the cake mixture into 1-inch balls and place them on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
Step 4: Insert lollipop sticks into each ball and freeze for about an hour to let them firm up.
Step 5: Melt the white chocolate chips or candy melts gently. Dip each cake ball fully into the melted chocolate, then decorate with sprinkles before the coating sets.
Step 6: Stand the cake pops upright in a styrofoam block or cake pop stand and allow the chocolate to harden completely before serving.

Tips & Variations

Use colored candy melts or add food coloring to white chocolate for festive variations.
Try using chocolate or funfetti cake mix instead of vanilla for different flavor options.
Ensure the cake balls are well chilled before dipping to prevent them from breaking apart.
Use a toothpick to swirl melted chocolate over the set pops for an elegant touch.

Storage

Store cake pops in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days. Allow them to come to room temperature for a few minutes before serving. For longer storage, freeze cake pops in a sealed container for up to 2 months and thaw in the fridge overnight.

How to Serve

The image shows light pink cake pops covered with smooth pastel pink coating. Some cake pops have small white round sprinkles clustered on one side near the base. One cake pop is bitten, revealing a crumbly pale yellow cake inside. The cake pops are clustered together, all on white sticks that lay across the group. They are arranged on a white plate, placed on a white marbled surface. photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I use homemade cake instead of box mix?

Yes, homemade vanilla cake works great. Just make sure it’s completely cooled before mixing with frosting and forming balls.

What can I substitute for the white chocolate chips?

You can use candy melts, milk chocolate, or dark chocolate chips. Just adjust the flavor to your preference and melt carefully to avoid burning.

Starbucks Copycat Cake Pops Recipe

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These Starbucks Copycat Cake Pops are a delightful treat that combines moist vanilla cake with creamy vanilla frosting, all coated in smooth white chocolate and decorated with colorful sprinkles. Perfect for parties or an indulgent snack, these cake pops are fun to make and irresistible to eat.

Author: Lena
Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour 50 minutes
Yield: Approximately 24 cake pops 1x
Category: Dessert
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

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For the Cake:

1 box vanilla cake mix (plus ingredients called for on the box: water, oil, and eggs)

For the Frosting and Coating:

1 cup vanilla frosting
2 cups white chocolate chips or candy melts
Sprinkles for decoration
Lollipop sticks

Instructions

Bake the Cake: Prepare and bake the vanilla cake according to the instructions on the box using a 9×13 inch pan. Allow the cake to cool completely before proceeding.
Crumble and Mix: Once cooled, crumble the cake into a large mixing bowl until there are no large pieces left. Add 1 cup of vanilla frosting to the crumbled cake and mix thoroughly until well combined into a dough-like consistency.
Form the Balls: Take portions of the cake mixture and roll them into 1-inch balls. Place the balls on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper to keep them from sticking.
Chill: Insert a lollipop stick into each cake ball. Freeze the cake pops for about one hour or until they are firm enough for dipping to prevent them from falling apart.
Dip and Decorate: Melt the white chocolate chips or candy melts in a microwave-safe bowl, stirring until smooth. Dip each chilled cake pop fully into the melted chocolate, then immediately sprinkle with your choice of sprinkles before the coating sets.
Set: Stand the cake pops upright in a styrofoam block or a cake pop stand to allow the chocolate coating to harden completely. Once set, they are ready to serve and enjoy.

Notes

Ensure the cake is completely cooled before crumbling to achieve the best texture for the cake pops.
Freezing the cake balls before dipping is key to preventing them from falling apart in the chocolate coating.
You can use candy melts for easier melting and more vibrant colors compared to chocolate chips.
Decorate immediately after dipping to ensure sprinkles stick well.
Store cake pops in an airtight container at room temperature or in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

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