Starbucks Cake Pops Recipe (2024)

Step 1 – Make cake mixture in a large bowl and bake in the oven according to box instructions. Then let the cake cool at room temperature.

Step 2 – Remove the cake from the pan. Remove the brown outside layer from the cake and throw away.

Step 3 – Crumble up the remaining cake and the cake crumbs into a large mixing bowl.

Step 4 – Add the frosting to your crumbled cake and stir everything together until well combined.

Step 5 – Shape mixture into about 24-36 cake balls (depending on their size) and place on a lined baking sheet. I used a cookie scoop to ensure that each one is approximately the same size.

Step 6 – Put the pink candy melts in a small microwave safe bowl and microwave for 30 seconds, then stir. Then continue to heat in 30 second intervals.

Step 7 – Dip each cake pop stick into the melted chocolate and then place them into the cake balls about halfway threw the balls. Then place in freezer for 10-15 minutes.

Step 8 – After the cake pops have been in the freezer. Dip each cake pop into the melted candy melts (you may need to melt again if it has solidified some). Make sure that the candy covers the cake pop completely. Allow the excess melted candy to drip off back into the bowl.

Step 9 – Then place the stick of cake pops in a block of Styrofoam or cardboard box to hold the cake pops while the candy dries and solidifies. Add the sprinkles immediately before the candy dries.

Step 10 – Cover all cake pops with candy melts. Once all the cake pops are dry, they are ready to serve and enjoy!

How much does a Cake Pop cost?

When we go to get coffee the cost of their cake pops range from about $2 -$4. With my big family, that can very expensive real quick.
You can easily make around 24 for the cost of two at Starbucks. So that is definitely a huge savings making them at home.

How to Store Leftovers

Store leftovers at room temperature or place in the fridge in an airtight container. These cake pops will last about 3-4 days.