Starbucks Cake Pops
Delight in these easy-to-make Starbucks cake pops, combining traditional vanilla cake with a smooth coating for a sweet snack or dessert.
Ingredients
Cake Base
- 1 box vanilla cake mix plus the ingredients needed as per the package instructions
Cake Pop Mixture
- 1/4 cup powdered sugar adds sweetness
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract enhances flavor
Coating and Decoration
- 12 oz light pink color melts coating with smooth texture
- as needed tablespoon white nonpareils sprinkles for decoration
- 24 pieces lollipop sticks for easy handling
Instructions
Preparation
- Prepare the vanilla cake mix according to the package instructions, ensuring a smooth batter with no lumps.
- Pour the batter into a greased or lined baking pan and bake according to the package directions. Cool completely on a cooling rack.
- Crumble the cooled cake into fine crumbs in a large mixing bowl.
Mixing
- Add the powdered sugar and vanilla extract to the crumbled cake, mixing until well incorporated and slightly sticky.
- Form small balls about the size of a tablespoon from the cake mixture and place them on a lined baking sheet.
Coating
- Melt the light pink color melts in a microwave-safe container until fully smooth.
- Dip the ends of each lollipop stick into the melted coating and insert into each cake ball.
- Dip the cake pops into the melted coating, allowing excess to drip off, and sprinkle with white nonpareils while the coating is still wet.
Setting
- Let the cake pops stand upright until the coating hardens completely.
Serving
- Serve cake pops immediately or store for later in an airtight container.
Notes
Make sure the cake is completely cooled before crumbling. If the coating is too thick, reheat gently. You can add colored sprinkles to the cake mixture for added flavor and texture.