Cake pops have become a popular treat for parties, events, or just a fun family baking activity. These delightful little bites of cake and frosting, coated in a candy shell, are as tasty as they are cute.

Making homemade cake pops is simpler than you might think. In this guide, we’ll walk you through the recipe step-by-step and answer some common questions about making and storing these treats.

Recipe for Homemade Cake Pops

Servings: 24
Prep time: 1 – 1.5 hours
Down time: 1 hour

Ingredients:

• Unfrosted 9×13 inch yellow or vanilla cake (you can use a box mix or your favorite recipe to make the cake), baked and cooled
• 1 cup vanilla frosting
• 12 oz bag of candy melts
• 24 cake pop sticks
• Pink sanding sugar (optional)

Directions:

Prepare the Cake and Frosting Mixture

Once your cake is baked and cooled, break it apart into a large bowl.

Stir in the frosting until well combined. The mixture should be moist enough to hold its shape when formed into balls.

Form the Cake Balls

Form the mixture into 24 – 2 inch balls, and discard any leftovers.

Freeze the cake balls for 20 minutes. After freezing, roll them again to ensure they are smooth and well-formed.

Insert the Sticks

Melt ¼ cup of candy melts according to the package directions.

Dip half an inch of the end of a stick into the melted candy, then insert the stick about an inch into a cake ball.

Repeat with the remaining cake balls and sticks.

Freeze for an additional 20 minutes to set the sticks.

Coat the Cake Pops

Melt the remainder of the candy melts according to the package directions.

Dip each cake pop into the melted candy to coat completely.

Top with pink sanding sugar if desired.

Set the Coating

Refrigerate the cake pops for 20 minutes to allow the candy coating to set completely.

Frequently Asked Questions

How Long Do Homemade Cake Pops Last?

Homemade cake pops can last for up to one week when stored properly. To ensure they stay fresh, keep them in an airtight container in the refrigerator. This will help maintain their flavor and texture.

How Long Are Homemade Cake Pops Good For?

When stored in the refrigerator, homemade cake pops are good for about one week. If you need to keep them longer, you can freeze them for up to one month. Make sure to wrap each cake pop individually in plastic wrap and place them in an airtight container before freezing.

How Far in Advance Can I Make Cake Pops?

You can make cake pops up to a week in advance if you store them in the refrigerator. If you want to prepare them further in advance, consider freezing them. Cake pops can be frozen for up to a month without losing their taste or texture. Just remember to allow enough time for them to thaw in the refrigerator before serving.

Homemade cake pops are a delightful treat that can be customized for any occasion, just like your favorite Starbucks Copycat Cake Pops recipe! With just a few simple ingredients and a bit of time, you can create these fun and tasty desserts at home. Follow this guide for perfect cake pops every time, and don’t forget to experiment with different flavors and decorations to make them your own. Happy baking!

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