Best 12 Cake Pop Cake Recipes

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Indulge in the delightful world of cake pops, where creativity meets delectable flavors. These bite-sized treats, made from moist cake crumbs and coated in a rich chocolate ganache, are a delightful combination of texture and taste. With their endless variations and customizable decorations, cake pops are perfect for any occasion, whether it's a birthday party, a baby shower, or a simple gathering with friends.

This comprehensive guide provides you with a collection of cake pop recipes that cater to different tastes and preferences. From the classic vanilla cake pop to unique flavor combinations like red velvet and cookies and cream, these recipes offer a wide range of options to satisfy your sweet cravings. You'll also find recipes for gluten-free, vegan, and even boozy cake pops, ensuring that everyone can enjoy these delightful treats.

Each recipe includes step-by-step instructions, helpful tips, and vibrant photos that guide you through the process of creating these delectable cake pops. You'll learn how to make the perfect cake base, shape the pops, and coat them in a luscious chocolate ganache. The recipes also provide creative ideas for decorations, so you can personalize your cake pops and make them truly special.

Whether you're a seasoned baker or just starting out in the kitchen, this collection of cake pop recipes is sure to inspire you. With their ease of preparation and endless possibilities for customization, these miniature cakes are a delightful treat that will bring joy to any occasion.

Here are our top 12 tried and tested recipes!

SODA POP CAKE



Soda Pop Cake image

A white cake with strawberry gelatin and whipped topping makes a great summer cake that is nice and cool.

Provided by Lori

Categories     Desserts     Cakes     Cake Mix Cake Recipes

Time 1h20m

Yield 24

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 (18.25 ounce) package white cake mix
1 ½ cups boiling water
1 (6 ounce) package strawberry flavored Jell-O®
16 fluid ounces strawberry flavored carbonated beverage
1 (5 ounce) package instant vanilla pudding mix
1 ½ cups milk
1 (8 ounce) container frozen whipped topping, thawed

Steps:

  • Prepare cake according to package instructions for a 9x13 inch pan. remove from oven and poke holes in the cake with a wooden skewer or toothpick.
  • In a medium bowl, combine boiling water with strawberry gelatin. Stir until dissolved and allow to cool slightly. Pour in the strawberry flavored carbonated beverage. Pour slowly over cake, allowing it to soak in. Refrigerate until cool.
  • To make the Frosting: In a medium bowl combine pudding and milk. Beat until well blended and thickened. Fold in the thawed whipped topping. Spread on cake. Refrigerate for several hours before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 185.3 calories, Carbohydrate 33.5 g, Cholesterol 1.2 mg, Fat 5 g, Fiber 0.2 g, Protein 2.2 g, SaturatedFat 2.6 g, Sodium 265.1 mg, Sugar 27.4 g

CAKE POP CAKE



Cake Pop Cake image

Our frosted cake topped with candy-coated cake pops is an edible sculptural masterpiece-perfect for birthdays, holidays or any extra-special celebration.

Provided by Angie McGowan

Categories     Dessert

Time 4h

Yield 32

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 boxes Betty Crocker™ Super Moist™ butter recipe yellow cake mix
6 eggs
2/3 cup butter, softened
2 cups water
2 containers (12 oz each) Betty Crocker™ Whipped butter cream frosting
1 bag (14 to 16 oz) white candy melts
1 bag (14 to 16 oz) orange candy melts
32 paper lollipop sticks
1 large block white plastic foam
1 bag (14 to 16 oz) blue candy melts
6 to 8 assorted fresh flowers*
6 to 8 drinking straws or paper lollipop sticks

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 350°F (325°F for dark or nonstick pans). Generously grease 13x9-inch pan and 2 (8-inch) round baking pans and lightly flour, or spray with baking spray with flour.
  • Make 1 cake mix as directed on box, using 3 of the eggs, 1/3 cup of the butter and 1 cup of the water. Pour into 13x9-inch pan. Bake as directed on box. Cool 10 minutes. Run knife around sides of pan to loosen cake; remove from pan to cooling rack. Cool completely, about 1 hour.
  • Make second cake mix, using remaining 3 eggs, 1/3 cup butter and 1 cup water. Pour into 8-inch pans. Bake as directed on box. Cool 10 minutes. Run knife around sides of pans to loosen cakes; remove from pans to cooling rack. Cool completely, about 1 hour.
  • Crumble 13x9-inch cake into large bowl. Add 1 container of frosting; mix well. Shape by 2 tablespoonfuls into balls. (You should end up with 34 to 36 cake balls; you will need 32 for the cake.) Place on cookie sheet. Freeze at least 15 minutes.
  • In 2 separate microwavable bowls, microwave white and orange candy melts as directed on bag. Remove several cake balls from freezer at a time. Dip tip of 1 lollipop stick into melted candy and insert stick halfway into 1 cake ball. Dip half of the cake balls into melted white candy to cover; tap off excess. Dip remaining half of the cake balls into melted orange candy; tap off excess. Poke opposite ends of sticks into foam black. Let stand until set.
  • Meanwhile, place 1 cake layer on serving plate; spread with some of the frosting from second container. Top with second layer. Frost top and side of cake with remaining frosting.
  • In another microwavable bowl, microwave blue candy melts as directed on bag. Transfer melted candy to decorating bag; pipe blue candy in swirled design on white and orange cake pops. Let stand until set.
  • Insert cake pops into side of frosted cake. Insert stem of each flower into drinking straw, or attach lollipop stick to stem with small rubber band. Decorate top of cake with flowers, making sure only the straw or stick, not the stem, touches the frosting. Remove flowers from cake before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 390, Carbohydrate 53 g, Cholesterol 45 mg, Fat 3 1/2, Fiber 0 g, Protein 2 g, SaturatedFat 12 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 290 mg, Sugar 0 g, TransFat 1 1/2 g

STRAWBERRY POP CAKE



Strawberry Pop Cake image

My kids have started requesting this cake for their birthdays! It is very easy to make. Poking holes into a cake with a fork is fun for the whole family. :) The icing bowl gets licked clean whenever I make this.

Provided by Chef Doozer

Categories     Gelatin

Time 45m

Yield 16 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 (18 ounce) package white cake mix
3 egg whites (or as called for by your cake mix)
1/3 cup oil (or as called for by your cake mix)
1 1/3 cups water (or as called for by your cake mix)
1 (3 ounce) package strawberry Jell-O gelatin dessert
1 1/2 cups boiling water
1 (12 ounce) can strawberry soda
1 (3 1/2 ounce) package instant vanilla pudding
1 (8 ounce) container Cool Whip
1 cup milk
1 pint strawberry (to garnish) (optional)

Steps:

  • Prepare white cake mix according to package directions.
  • Pour into a 9 x 13 baking pan.
  • Bake as directed.
  • When the cake is almost done, mix the strawberry Jell-O, boiling water, and strawberry soda together.
  • As soon as the cake comes out of the oven, prick holes in it with a fork, and immediately pour the strawberry soda mixture over the cake.
  • Refrigerate.
  • To prepare icing, gently beat together dry pudding mix, Cool Whip, and milk.
  • Spread over cooled cake.
  • Garnish with strawberries if desired.
  • Store in refrigerator.

CINNAMON-BROWN SUGAR POP-TART® CAKE



Cinnamon-Brown Sugar Pop-Tart® Cake image

A buttery, crisp Pop-Tart® crust and a moist cinnamon brown sugar cake. Great for all ages and a fun party idea. I made this cake for my family and they all loved it (and some of them don't even like Pop-Tarts®!).

Provided by maddee08

Categories     Desserts     Cakes

Time 2h5m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 17

cooking spray
6 cinnamon-brown sugar toaster pastries (such as Pop-Tarts®)
5 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
¾ cup brown sugar, divided
1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
4 teaspoons ground cinnamon, divided
1 teaspoon milk
½ cup unsalted butter, softened
½ cup white sugar
1 egg, separated
1 ½ teaspoons vanilla extract
1 cup all-purpose flour
1 ½ teaspoons baking powder
½ teaspoon salt
¾ cup milk
1 ½ teaspoons white vinegar
1 cup cream cheese frosting, or to taste

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 325 degrees F (165 degrees C). Spray an 8-inch square pan.
  • Crumble 4 toaster pastries into a bowl and mix in melted butter; press into the prepared pan creating a crust.
  • Combine 1/4 cup brown sugar, 1 tablespoon flour, 1 teaspoon cinnamon, and 1 teaspoon milk in a bowl; spread over crust.
  • Beat 1/2 cup brown sugar, softened butter, and white sugar together in a bowl; add egg yolk and vanilla extract and mix well. Combine 1 cup flour, baking powder, and salt in a separate bowl. Whisk 3/4 cup milk and vinegar together in a separate bowl.
  • Mix flour mixture, alternating with milk-vinegar mixture, into butter mixture until batter is well mixed. Fold egg whites into batter. Crumble 1 toaster pastry over batter and fold. Pour batter over the crust.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean, 45 to 50 minutes. Cool cake completely, at least 1 hour.
  • Spread frosting onto cake and crumble 1 toaster pastry over frosting.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 443.8 calories, Carbohydrate 58.4 g, Cholesterol 49.8 mg, Fat 22.5 g, Fiber 1 g, Protein 3.6 g, SaturatedFat 11.3 g, Sodium 337.1 mg, Sugar 30.7 g

CHOCOLATE SPRINKLE CAKE POP ICE CREAM SANDWICHES RECIPE BY TASTY



Chocolate Sprinkle Cake Pop Ice Cream Sandwiches Recipe by Tasty image

Here's what you need: unsalted butter, granulated sugar, large eggs, vanilla extract, all purpose flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, kosher salt, Kroger® Brand Deluxe Cake Pop Ice Cream, rainbow sprinkles

Provided by Kroger

Categories     Desserts

Yield 12 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

12 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted and cooled slightly
1 cup granulated sugar
2 large eggs
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
1 cup all purpose flour
¾ cup cocoa powder
1 teaspoon baking powder
1 teaspoon kosher salt
1 ½ qt Kroger® Brand Deluxe Cake Pop Ice Cream
¼ cup rainbow sprinkles

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350°F (180°C). Line a rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper.
  • In a large bowl, whisk together the melted butter and sugar until creamy. Add the eggs and whisk until smooth. Stir in the vanilla, flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt until combined.
  • Scrape the batter onto the prepared baking sheet and, using a spatula, smooth in a thin, even layer, leaving a ½" border of parchment paper around the edges. Bake until the cake is set, 10-12 minutes. Transfer the baking sheet to a wire rack to cool completely.
  • When the cake is cool, use the parchment paper to lift from the pan onto a cutting board. Cut in half crosswise. Dollop the Kroger® Brand Deluxe Cake Pop Ice Cream evenly over the top of one of the cake halves and, using a spatula, spread the ice cream in an even layer. Place the remaining cake half on top of the ice cream, with the top facing up, to make a large sandwich. Line the baking sheet with a fresh sheet of parchment paper, place the ice cream sandwich on top, and freeze until firm, at least 6 hours.
  • Remove the sandwich cake from the freezer. Trim about ¼" off of each edge, then cut into 12 smaller square sandwiches.
  • Place the sprinkles on a plate. Carefully roll the sides of the ice cream sandwiches in the sprinkles to coat. Serve immediately or freeze in Kroger® Brand Reclosable Colorful Assorted Sandwich Bags for up to 1 week.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 241 calories, Carbohydrate 25 grams, Fat 13 grams, Fiber 1 gram, Protein 3 grams, Sugar 12 grams

BACON, EGG, AND CHEESE PANCAKE BALLS (WITH CAKE POP MAKER)



Bacon, Egg, and Cheese Pancake Balls (with Cake Pop Maker) image

I wanted to make a quick-and-easy-to-eat brunch item and this was perfect! They are moist and packed full of flavor. This will be a crowd-pleaser for sure and great for brunch potlucks! You can also freeze the leftovers and heat up for a quick morning breakfast, great for kids! Dip balls into maple or blue agave syrup and top with confectioners' sugar or country gravy.

Provided by jennlup

Categories     100+ Breakfast and Brunch Recipes     Pancake Recipes

Time 34m

Yield 9

Number Of Ingredients 6

6 slices bacon
4 eggs, divided
2 cups baking mix (such as Bisquick®)
1 ⅓ cups milk
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
¼ cup shredded Cheddar cheese

Steps:

  • Place bacon in a large skillet and cook over medium-high heat, turning occasionally, until evenly browned, about 10 minutes. Drain bacon slices on paper towels; crumble into small pieces.
  • Beat 3 eggs in a small bowl until smooth; pour into the hot skillet. Cook, stirring, over medium heat until scrambled and set, about 5 minutes.
  • Preheat a cake pop maker according to manufacturer's instructions.
  • Combine remaining egg, baking mix, milk, and vegetable oil in a large bowl to make pancake batter.
  • Fold crumbled bacon, scrambled eggs, and Cheddar cheese gently into the batter.
  • Fill wells of preheated cake pop machine with batter. Cook until golden brown, 4 to 6 minutes. Repeat with remaining batter.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 231.1 calories, Carbohydrate 18.4 g, Cholesterol 95.6 mg, Fat 13.6 g, Fiber 0.5 g, Protein 8.9 g, SaturatedFat 4.2 g, Sodium 542.5 mg, Sugar 2.4 g

BOLD AND SPICY GINGERBREAD CAKE POP



Bold and Spicy Gingerbread Cake Pop image

Provided by Food Network

Categories     dessert

Time 2h25m

Yield 24 cake pops

Number Of Ingredients 21

2 sticks (8 ounces) unsalted butter, plus extra for the pan
2 1/2 cups unbleached all-purpose flour, plus extra for the pan
2 teaspoons baking powder
3/4 teaspoon baking soda
3/4 teaspoon fine salt
2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
1 teaspoon ground allspice
1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
2 tablespoons ground ginger
1 1/2 cups sugar
4 large eggs, at room temperature
3/4 cup stout beer, such as Guinness Extra Stout
3/4 cup robust (dark) molasses
4 pounds white chocolate chips
4 pounds sugar
1 1/4 cups cornstarch
24 sticks (6 pounds) unsalted butter, at room temperature
1 1/2 ounces vanilla
1 pound cream cheese, at room temperature
1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
2 teaspoons ground ginger

Steps:

  • For the cake: Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Grease and flour a nonstick 9-by-13-inch pan.
  • Whisk the flour, baking powder, baking soda and salt in a large bowl and set aside. Melt the butter in a saucepan over medium heat until bubbling. Stir in the cinnamon, allspice, black pepper and 1 tablespoon ginger and cook until fragrant, about 30 seconds. Let cool slightly.
  • Whisk the sugar, eggs and remaining 1 tablespoon ginger in a large bowl until light and frothy. Stir in the melted butter mixture, beer and molasses until incorporated. Whisk the flour mixture into the egg mixture until no lumps remain. Pour the batter into the prepared pan and gently tap the pan on the countertop to release any trapped air bubbles. Bake until a toothpick inserted in the center of the cake comes out clean, about 15 minutes. Let cool completely.
  • For the spiced cream cheese buttercream: Put the white chocolate chips in a heatsafe bowl and set aside. Bring the sugar and 3 cups water to a boil in a saucepan and reduce the heat. Mix the cornstarch with 1 cup water and add it to the hot liquid. Bring it back to a boil, then pour it over the white chocolate chips. Let cool to room temperature.
  • Add the butter and vanilla to the white chocolate chip mixture and mix with a whisk until light and fluffy. Fold in the cream cheese, cinnamon and ginger.
  • Slice the cake into 1-inch cubes. Mount the cubes on lollipop sticks and frost generously with the buttercream. Enjoy.

EASY CAKE POP SWIRL



Easy Cake Pop Swirl image

These cake pops are quick and easy and fun for the whole family! They're perfect for holidays and get-togethers, and there's something about them for everyone to love. If you would like to frost them, do not use heavily whipped frosting, use a light frosting.

Provided by Hannah Craz

Categories     Desserts     Cakes     Cake Pops

Time 50m

Yield 20

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 cup white sugar
1 cup all-purpose flour, or as needed
1 ⅓ teaspoons baking soda
½ cup butter, softened
½ cup milk
2 eggs
2 teaspoons vanilla extract

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Combine sugar, flour, and baking soda in a bowl. Add butter, milk, eggs, and vanilla extract; stir, adding more flour if needed, until batter is thick but smooth.
  • Scoop batter onto a nonstick baking sheet using an ice cream scoop.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until golden brown, 30 to 40 minutes. Cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 113.6 calories, Carbohydrate 15.1 g, Cholesterol 31.3 mg, Fat 5.3 g, Fiber 0.2 g, Protein 1.5 g, SaturatedFat 3.2 g, Sodium 126.3 mg, Sugar 10.4 g

SODA-POP CAKE



Soda-Pop Cake image

Make and share this Soda-Pop Cake recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Charlotte J

Categories     Dessert

Time 40m

Yield 15 slices

Number Of Ingredients 4

1 package white cake mix
1 1/2 cups soda pop (any flavor)
3 eggs, beaten
food coloring

Steps:

  • Mix cake, pop and eggs as directed on cake mix.
  • Add food coloring to deepen color if wanted.
  • Pour into a greased and floured 9x13-inch pan.
  • Bake at 350º for 25 to 30 minutes, or until done.

POP-ART RASPBERRY ICEBOX CAKE



Pop-Art Raspberry Icebox Cake image

Provided by Lauren Chattman

Categories     Mixer     Berry     Chocolate     Dairy     Fruit     Dessert     Freeze/Chill     No-Cook     Frozen Dessert     Raspberry     Summer     Kidney Friendly

Yield Makes 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

27 Nabisco Famous Chocolate Wafer Cookies
2 ounces bittersweet chocolate, melted and slightly cooled
1 envelope unflavored gelatin
3 tablespoons cold water
One 12-ounce bag frozen raspberries
3/4 cup sugar
2 cups heavy cream, chilled
2 tablespoons framboise (raspberry liqueur)
1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Steps:

  • 1. Line a 9 1/2 x 4 x 3-inch loaf pan with plastic wrap, making sure the wrap is tucked into all the corners and there is at least 1 inch overhanging the top of the pan on all sides. Working with one cookie at a time, spread the more rounded side of 9 of the wafer cookies with a thin layer of melted chocolate and place 3 of them, chocolate side down, on the bottom of the pan. Place another 3 cookies against each long side of the pan, chocolate-coated sides facing the pan. Place the pan in the freezer.
  • 2. Sprinkle the gelatin over the cold water in a small bowl and let soften for 2 minutes.
  • 3. Combine the raspberries and sugar in a medium-size heavy saucepan and cook over medium-low heat, stirring a few times, until the sugar dissolves and the mixture is warm to the touch. Stir in the gelatin mixture. Let cool to room temperature, stirring occasionally.
  • 4. Combine the heavy cream, framboise, and vanilla in a large bowl and, using an electric mixer, whip until stiff peaks form. Gently fold in the cooled raspberry mixture, taking care not to deflate the cream.
  • 5. Remove the pan from the freezer. Pour all but one-fourth of the mousse into the pan. Smooth the top with a rubber spatula. Insert the remaining 18 wafers into the mousse, arranging them vertically in three rows of six so they are lined up with the chocolate wafers on the sides of the pan. Spread the remaining mousse over the wafers and smooth with the spatula. The pan should be full to the top. Cover with plastic wrap and freeze until completely set, overnight and up to 1 week.
  • 6. To unmold, gently tug the plastic wrap that lines the pan to loosen the cake. Place a serving platter over the pan and turn over. Gently tap to release. Carefully peel the plastic from the cake. Cut into slices and serve immediately.

LEMON-LOVER'S POP CAKE



Lemon-Lover's Pop Cake image

Make and share this Lemon-Lover's Pop Cake recipe from Food.com.

Provided by NELady

Categories     Dessert

Time 1h5m

Yield 1 cake, 8-12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 (18 ounce) box lemon cake mix
1 (3 1/2 ounce) box instant lemon pudding
3/4 cup vegetable oil
4 eggs
1 cup lemon-lime soda pop (7-Up, Sprite, Sierra Mist, etc.)
3 cups powdered sugar
1/2 teaspoon vanilla
1/2 cup butter, melted
3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice

Steps:

  • Combine cake mix, pudding and oil. Mix in eggs, one at at a time, then add the pop. Pour in greased and floured Bundt pan. Bake at 325*F for 55 minutes. Let cook before glazing.
  • Glaze: Combine all ingredients and whisk until blended, adding drops of water to thin to desired consistency (if necessary). Drizzle all over cake.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 817.8, Fat 42, SaturatedFat 11.8, Cholesterol 137.5, Sodium 698.1, Carbohydrate 106.9, Fiber 0.7, Sugar 72.1, Protein 6.1

STRAWBERRY POP CAKE



Strawberry Pop Cake image

We go to the independent living events and one of the ladies made this cake. It was superb. So I asked for the recipe. You just have to try this.

Provided by Zelda Hopkins

Categories     Cakes

Time 40m

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 box strawberry jello
1 can(s) strawberry soda
1 box vanilla instant pudding
1/2 c milk
1 large cool whip
1 box yellow cake mix
1 pkg strawberry kool-aid

Steps:

  • 1. Bake the cake as box directions and poke holes in cake with fork. Pour strawberry soda over cake.
  • 2. Icing---- Mix cool whip, pudding, milk, jello, and kool-aid. ice cooled cake and put in icebox until ready to serve.

Tips:

  • Use a good quality cake mix or recipe for best results.
  • Make sure the cake is completely cooled before crumbling it.
  • Use a food processor or blender to make the cake crumbs fine and even.
  • Add frosting or other ingredients to the cake crumbs to bind them together and create a smooth, moldable mixture.
  • Chill the cake pop mixture for at least 30 minutes before shaping it into balls.
  • Use a melon baller or small cookie scoop to evenly portion the cake pop mixture.
  • Roll the cake pop balls in melted chocolate or candy coating and then sprinkle with chopped nuts, sprinkles, or other toppings.
  • Insert lollipop sticks into the cake pops and place them in a stand or styrofoam block to dry and set.
  • Store cake pops in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.

Conclusion:

Cake pops are versatile and delicious treats that are perfect for any occasion. With a variety of flavors and toppings to choose from, there is something for everyone. Whether you are a beginner or an experienced baker, these tips will help you create perfect cake pops every time.

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