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Birthday Cake Pops

Indulgent Birthday Cake Pops Recipe That Wow Every Time

These Birthday Cake Pops are a sweet homage to Starbucks, easy to make, and perfect for any celebration.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Chilling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Course Desserts
Servings 12 pops
Calories 150 kcal

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • cake pan
  • parchment paper
  • Cake pop stand or styrofoam block
  • Microwave-safe bowl

Ingredients
  

For the Cake

  • 1 box Vanilla Cake Mix
  • ⅓ cup Neutral Oil Vegetable, Avocado, or Canola
  • 1 cup Milk Replaces water
  • 4 large Eggs Provides structure

For the Vanilla Buttercream

  • ¼ cup Unsalted Butter Softened
  • 1 cup Powdered Sugar
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Enhances flavor

For Coating and Decoration

  • 12 oz Candy Melts Pink or white
  • Nonpareils or Sprinkles For decoration

Instructions
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions

  • Preheat your oven to 325-350°F (162-175°C). In a large bowl, mix the vanilla cake mix with milk, neutral oil, and eggs until well combined.
  • Pour the batter into a greased and floured cake pan and bake for 25-30 minutes until a toothpick comes out clean.
  • Let the cake cool for 10 minutes, then crumble it into fine pieces in a mixing bowl.
  • Beat the softened butter, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until creamy. Mix into the crumbled cake until fully combined.
  • Roll the mixture into 30g balls and place on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Freeze for at least 15 minutes.
  • Melt a small amount of candy melts and dip the tip of each lollipop stick before inserting it into each cake ball. Freeze again for 15 minutes.
  • Melt the remaining candy melts and dip each cake pop, allowing excess to drip off, then sprinkle decorations on top.
  • Place the cake pops upright in a stand and let them set for 30 minutes at room temperature.

Notes

Ensure the cake is fully cooled before crumbling and chill the cake balls for better coating adherence.

Nutrition

Serving: 1popCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 2gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 100mgPotassium: 50mgSugar: 12gVitamin A: 200IUCalcium: 10mgIron: 0.5mg
Keyword Birthday Cake Pops, Cake Pops, Dessert, Homemade Treats, Party Treats
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