Description
This homemade cake pop recipe is the ultimate guide to creating fun, bite-sized desserts that are perfect for parties, holidays, or anytime you’re craving a little treat. Made completely from scratch, these cake pops combine a moist vanilla cake with creamy vanilla buttercream, dipped in luscious white chocolate and topped with colorful sprinkles. No boxed mix here—just pure, irresistible flavor in every bite. Whether you’re a beginner or a seasoned baker, this easy cake pop recipe walks you through each step, from baking to dipping. The best part? You can customize the flavors and decorations to fit any theme or celebration. These delightful treats are freezer-friendly, kid-approved, and downright delicious!
Ingredients
For the Cake:
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1 and 2/3 cups (209g) all-purpose flour (spooned & leveled)
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1/2 teaspoon baking powder
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1/4 teaspoon baking soda
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1/2 teaspoon salt
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1/2 cup (113g) unsalted butter, softened
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1 cup (200g) granulated sugar
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1 large egg, at room temperature
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2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
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1 cup (240ml) whole milk (or buttermilk)
For the Frosting:
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7 tablespoons (99g) unsalted butter, softened
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1 and 3/4 cups (210g) confectioners’ sugar
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2–3 teaspoons heavy cream or whole milk
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1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
For the Coating:
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24 ounces (678g) candy melts or white chocolate bars
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Sprinkles (optional, but fun!)
Instructions
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Preheat oven to 350°F (177°C) and grease a 9-inch springform pan.
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Whisk flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt in a medium bowl.
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Cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add egg and vanilla extract; beat until combined.
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Mix in dry ingredients and milk, alternating between the two. Stir to ensure a smooth batter.
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Bake the cake for 30–36 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Let cool fully.
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Make frosting by beating butter until creamy. Add confectioners’ sugar, vanilla, and cream. Mix until smooth.
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Crumble cooled cake into the frosting. Blend until the mixture holds together without being greasy.
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Roll mixture into 1-tablespoon-sized balls. Chill in the fridge for 2 hours or freeze for 1 hour.
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Melt candy melts or chocolate in a heat-safe bowl using microwave in 20-second increments, stirring between each.
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Dip the end of each stick into the melted coating and insert into the cake ball. Then dip the entire ball to coat.
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Decorate with sprinkles and allow pops to dry upright in a styrofoam block or box.
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Serve immediately or store chilled. Enjoy your homemade cake pop recipe creation!
Notes
If you’re short on time, bake the cake a day in advance and store it covered at room temp. Want to switch up the flavor? Swap vanilla cake with chocolate or red velvet for a rich twist. To make this easy cake pop recipe dairy-free, use plant-based butter and almond milk.
- Prep Time: 2 hour
- Cook Time: 36 minutes
- Category: Party Treats, Kid-Friendly
- Method: Baking ,Chilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 pop
- Calories: 170
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 65mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
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