Have you ever wondered how Starbucks Cake Pops are made? This Starbucks Cake Pops Recipe is suited for any type of occasion, mostly birthday parties!
You can this exact ingredients and methods in this step-by-step guide or different flavors for your cake balls. What are you waiting for? Make your own Starbucks Cake Pops with this guide!
Why This Recipe Works/ Why We Like This Recipe
- The ingredients used for this recipe are relatively easy to find. They can easily find in any supermarket around your place.
- This recipe is easy to follow and consumes little time. You can create this within the day.
- People, especially kids, will love its sweet taste and pretty yet cute appearance. Plus, the ingredients cost little!
This recipe will make your kids and family love the cake pops and make them want more.
What You Will Need
Ingredients:
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- Cake Mix
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- Water
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- Eggs
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- Frosting
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- Oil
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- Sprinkles
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- Candy Melts
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- Lollipop Sticks
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- Vanilla Frosting
Equipment:
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- Spatula
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- Hand Mixer
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- Baking Tray
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- Mixing Bowl
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- Ice Cream Scoop
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- Oven
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- Microwave Oven
How do you make Starbucks Cake Pops Recipe
Once you prepare all the equipment and ingredients, let us proceed to the step-by-step guide for this recipe!
Step 1: Prepare the Cake Mix
Start by preparing the cake mix by following the instruction on the packaging of the box of the Cake Mix you bought.
Step 2: Bake the Cake
Now put the cake mix on the tray and bake it for between 20 to 30 minutes at 180 degree Celsius or you can check the instruction at the back of the cake mix box.
Step 3: Let it Cool and Crumble
Put the cake in the fridge and let it sit for an hour or so so that it will cool down. Once done cooling, put the cake and move it to the mixing bowl. Crumble it using your hands.
Step 4: Adding the Frosting
Add frosting to your cake. You can mix it using a spoon or you can use your hands. Mix them well until it is done and incorporated.
Step 5: Scoop the Cake Balls and Roll
Scoop the cake using the Ice Cream roll and press it with your hand. Then use your palm to roll the cake into a perfect shape and formed into a ball. Once done, place the cake balls on a parchment paper and set them aside.
Step 6: Melt one-fourth cup of your coating
Melt the candy melts or your chocolates in a microwave oven for about 30 seconds to speed up the process. Heat it at 30 seconds intervals so that the candy will not overheat.
Step 7: Sink the Lollipop Sticks
Using the lollipop sticks, dip them into the melted coating and dip it into the cake balls for at least halfway through, then wait for 20 minutes to freeze.
Step 8: Melt all the left Candy Melts
After 15 minutes of freezing the cake balls, melt the left candy melts in a microwave oven. Add the vegetable or coconut oil to the melted candy and move it to a large cup.
Step 9: Soak the Cake Pops
Once the 20 minutes of waiting is done, dip the cake balls into the melted candy and make sure it is covered all the way. Slowly pull the cake balls so that they will not be ruined.
Step 10: Put Sprinkles all over and serve
Sprinkle the cake pops as soon as possible so it will stick and poke it into a big Styrofoam, allowing it to cool and harden.
You can now serve it to your family!
Note: You can decorate your cake pops by putting them in a small jar with candies so that kids will love them.
Tips and Tricks
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- While preparing the cake mix, you can use the whole egg, but if you want your cake to be extra white and fluffy, use the white of the eggs and do not use the egg yolks.
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- Let the cake completely cool before crumbling it to avoid the frosting from binding to the cake.
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- Remove or cut the edges of the cake since the edges are sometimes hard; cake pops are best when they are soft!
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- You can use a double boiler if you do not have a microwave to melt the candies. Just make sure you are using an anti-heat bowl.
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- Do not swirl the cake pops while pulling them up from the melted candies because they will fall off.
Common FAQ
Instead of Candy Melts, what other option can I use?
If you do not have candy melts, you can use any chocolate bars, dark or white. Add a tablespoon of coconut or vegetable oil to your melted chocolate if the chocolates are too thick.
Why does the coat of the candy crack?
It is mainly cracking because of the temperature differences between the cake pops and the coating. If the cake balls are too cold and the layer is too hot, there will be a crack.
How Can I prevent the coating of the candy balls from cracking?
Ensure the melted candy melt is not too hot when you dip your cake balls to prevent them from cracking. Make sure to allow your melted coating to cool for at least a few minutes before dipping the cake pops.
Why do my cake pops fall from their stick?
Dipping the lollipop sticks into the melted coating is a must since it helps the sticks to stay put in the balls when they get hard. You also need to insert the lollipop sticks deep enough to avoid falling. Make sure your sticks are thick sufficient to hold the cake pops’ weight.
How Do You Store These?
If you make the cake pops ahead of time, you can e the cake pops ahead of time, you can keep the not coated cake pops in the fridge for up to 2 days. If they are already dipped, you should store them in an airtight container and be sealed enough for up to a week.
Summary
These homemade or DIY Starbucks cake pops recipes are easy to make and perfect for a bite-sized cak e at any event and loved by your kids, friends, and family.
In this recipe, you will not need to buy an overpriced cake pop that is delicious and sweet that will make your mouth water.