How To Make A Cake Pop Like Starbucks

A bite sized cake on a stick? Sounds perfect. We absolutely love cake pops, and when they are Starbucks caked pops served with a nice coffee, they are even better. The pink little globes of sweet tasting heaven are great for when you are entertaining guests, or even if you are on your own. In this recipe we are going to learn how to make Starbucks cake pops.

The best thing about our homemade Starbucks cake pops is that you don’t have to be a master baker. They are actually pretty forgiving. The reason for this is that the cake isn’t baked onto the stick, nor will you have to have to bake the balls of cake mixture separately. All you do is make a sponge and crumble it, before merging it with other ingredients, making it much easier to get perfect balls of tasty goodness.

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Another reason that these Starbucks cake pops are easy to make at home is that you require next to no baking knowledge at all. Even the cake mixture is taken care of, as we use a premade mix that you can buy in pretty much any store.

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Although these cake pops look fancy, you won’t need much specialized equipment. You will want a baking tin, a saucepan, and a couple of mixing bowls. Oh, and don’t forget your popsicle sticks!

To stop your cake pop heads from flying off, there is something special that you must ensure that you do. We use pure melted candy to act as a glue for your stick. Don’t skip this step!

The shape of the cake pops is important. If you want absolutely perfect globes you could consider using a cake pop former, put we find that using a small scoop, such as a melon baller, is just as easy. If you haven’t got either then two teaspoons will do the trick. Your Starbucks cake pops won’t be perfectly round, but there’s nothing wrong with going for the rustic look.

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Copycat Starbucks cake pops are truly a one of a kind recipe. The perfect treat to make any time of the year.

When you have baked your cake, carefully trim around the outside. You are looking for the softest sponge to make your Starbucks cake pops. The outer edges of the cake might be a little too dry and well done. Feel free to snack on them if you can’t wait!

The key to an authentic Starbucks cake pop is to ensure that your mixture is the correct consistency to get a perfect form. Once you have made the mixture, give it a little squeeze with clean hands. If you have nailed the recipe you should find that it sticks together really easily.

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You won’t need to spend the $1.95 at starbucks per cake pop when you can make these at home yourself. For those asking this question, you can see the price in the table below. Our Starbucks birthday cake pop will not only save you time queuing but also you can avoid the cost.

Although it may sound a little fiddly, Starbucks vanilla cake pops are surprisingly easy to make. The key is to be organized and set up a multi stage ‘production line’ prior to making. Have you got any other ideas for cake pops? Why not let us know in the comments below.

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I don’t know about your family but my kids beg for cake pops at Starbucks. They taste amazing and look so pretty in the case. It is hard to resist a Starbucks birthday cake pop.

However, they can get expensive if you are buying for several children. Plus, sometimes you just want to enjoy them at home.

Everyone will be thrilled. Plus, you can eat more than one without feeling you are spending a fortune. It is a win all around.

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You can store them in the fridge up to a week. Just make sure to individually wrap each cake pop in plastic wrap. Then place inside an airtight container.

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If you live in a hot climate or it is just very warm in your house, I would recommend refrigerating the cake pops. Too much heat will cause the cake pops to melt and lose their pretty appearance.

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I think they would also be darling for baby showers or party favors. The ideas are endless for these delicious cake pops.

Plus, the savings will really add up when you make these at home. I bet the kids will be thrilled once they find out you are making cake pops.

You can use white almond bark instead of the candy melts for the outside coating if you prefer.  Use food coloring to dye it pink prior to dipping the cake pops in the mixture. 

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Calories 143 kcal , Carbohydrates 23 g , Protein 1 g , Fat 6 g , Saturated Fat 2 g , Polyunsaturated Fat 2 g , Monounsaturated Fat 1 g , Trans Fat 1 g , Sodium 159 mg , Potassium 14 mg , Fiber 1 g , Sugar 14 g , Calcium 47 mg , Iron 1 mg

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I’m on a mission to help you cook delicious meals without busting your budget. Together we are going to cook real food… for real families.We love Starbucks Cake Pops. There is just something about these bite size cake on a stick that makes me and my kids happy. I love having them with my coffee and now I can make them at home.

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My kids love stopping to get drinks for the cake pops. We love making cake pops so I knew I could recreate this sweet treat at home.

I love figuring out ways to make my favorite coffee shop treats at home. I know that I can make them with less ingredients, budget friendly and they usually taste better.

When researching the ingredients for these bite size cake, as you can imagine there was a lot of ingredients that I couldn’t even pronounce. I like that my recipe contains simple ingredients.

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When I make copycat recipes, my goal is simplify the ingredients list as well as making it budget friendly. Most of the time my family thinks they taste better.

Yes, we make these ahead of time. I prepare the cake and roll into balls. Then place them in the refrigerator for up to a month. When you are ready to decorate, just pull them out and complete the process.

The Starbucks Birthday Cake Pops and Chocolate Cake Pops are my kids favorite. So I always make sure to have them prepared for their birthday.

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When we go to get coffee the cost of their cake pops range from about $2 -$4. With my big family, that can very expensive real quick.

You can easily make around 24 for the cost of two at Starbucks. So that is definitely a huge savings making them at home.

We love Starbucks Cake Pops. These bite size cake on a stick taste amazing. I am glad that I can make this easy copycat recipe at home.

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You can use white almond bark instead of the candy melts for the outside coating if you prefer.  Use food coloring to dye it pink prior to dipping the cake pops in the mixture. 

Calories 111 kcal , Carbohydrates 19 g , Protein 1 g , Fat 3 g , Saturated Fat 2 g , Polyunsaturated Fat 1 g , Monounsaturated Fat 1 g , Sodium 126 mg , Potassium 1 mg , Fiber 1 g , Sugar 14 g , Calcium 7 mg , Iron 1 mg

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I’m on a mission to help you cook delicious meals without busting your budget. Together we are going to cook real food… for real families!This Starbucks Cake Pop Recipe is such an easy recipe made with simple ingredients. The combination of vanilla cake mix, frosting, and melted candy, these come together for a fraction of the cost of the real Starbucks vanilla cake pops.

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Starbucks cake pops are a popular dessert item that has taken the world by storm. These little balls of cake on a stick are easy to eat, delicious and visually appealing.

This copycat recipe is the perfect treat and a great way to impress your guests or kids! They are amazing for curbing a sweet tooth and come

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