Ingredients
1 box classic cake mix (plus ingredients required on box)
3 tablespoons vanilla frosting (pre-made recommended)
24–36 cake pop sticks or lollipop sticks
12 oz pink candy melts
White sprinkles
Instructions
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Prepare cake according to box instructions; cool completely.
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Crumble cooled cake into fine crumbs in a large bowl.
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Add vanilla frosting to crumbs and mix until moist enough to hold shape.
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Roll mixture into 1-1.5 inch balls; place on parchment-lined baking sheet. Chill 1 hour (or freeze 20-30 minutes) until firm.
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Melt pink candy melts according to package directions until smooth.
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Dip tip of cake pop stick into melted candy, insert halfway into cake ball to secure.
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Fully dip each cake pop into melted candy coating; tap off excess.
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Sprinkle white sprinkles on pops before coating sets.
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Place cake pops upright in styrofoam block or stand; let dry completely.
Notes
Use different cake mix flavors or frosting variations for customization.
Change candy melt colors to match themes or holidays.
Add nuts or sprinkles inside cake mixture for texture.
Drizzle with melted chocolate or caramel for decoration.
Store at room temperature or refrigerate; avoid freezing for best texture.
- Prep Time: 25 minutes (excluding baking)
- Category: Dessert, Snack, Party Treat
- Method: Baking, Cooling, Dipping
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian