Starbucks Chocolate Cake Pops Copycat Recipe

This Chocolate Cake Pops Starbucks Recipe is the best copycat recipe for all chocolate lovers. They are perfect to bring to any baby shower, birthday party, or any other event where you want to impress.

If you’re a fan of Starbucks, you’ve likely indulged in their delicious chocolate cake pops. These bite-sized treats are the perfect combination of moist cake and creamy chocolate coating, making them a popular choice for a mid-day snack or dessert.

They are made with very minimal and simple ingredients, and are a great way to show off your baking skills with very little effort. The next time you need the perfect treat to bring to an event, follow these simple steps to make this cake pops recipe.

If you’re a fan of cake pops you may also want to try my Starbucks Birthday Cake Pops made with cake crumbles and a pink candy coating. 

If you’re a little bit intimidated by the thought of making your own cake pops, you’ve come to the right place.

Fortunately, with the right recipe and ingredients, you can recreate Starbucks’ chocolate cake pops in the comfort of your own home. Here’s a step-by-step guide to making Starbucks’ chocolate cake pops.

WHY YOU WILL LOVE THIS COPYCAT STARBUCKS CAKE POP RECIPE

1. They are a delicious treat: Homemade cake pops are made with moist and rich chocolate cake, mixed with frosting, and then coated in melted chocolate. The combination of flavors and textures is a tasty treat for many people.
2. They are customizable: You can make your homemade cake pops in any flavor you like and decorate them with different toppings or sprinkles to suit your preferences.
3. They are easy to make: Although they require some effort to prepare, cake pops are not overly complicated to make. They’re as easy as mixing the dry ingredients with the wet ingredients in a medium bowl and following a few extra easy steps!
4. They are a cost-effective option: Buying cake pops from Starbucks or a bakery can be expensive. Making them at home can save you money while still satisfying your sweet tooth.

Overall, homemade chocolate Starbucks cake pops can be a fun and tasty treat to make and enjoy with friends and family.

INGREDIENTS FOR THE HOMEMADE CAKE POPS

You will need the following ingredients listed below to make these homemade starbucks cake pops (the exact measurements and full recipe are in the recipe card at the bottom of this post):

• Chocolate boxed cake mix of choice – using a standard box cake mix is an easy way to save yourself tons of time in the kitchen, I used Betty Crocker Chocolate. You could also use a gluten free cake mix if you needed these to be gluten free.
• Frosting of choice – used Betty Crocker French Chocolate Frosting. A regular vanilla frosting would also be great.
• Chocolate candy melts – you can also use white chocolate melts however they will not look exactly like the Starbucks version without the chocolate coating. The melted candy melts act as the coating and keep the inside moist.
• White sprinkles

HOW TO MAKE THE COPYCAT STARBUCKS CAKE POPS RECIPE

Start by preparing your cake by packaged directions. Beat cake mix, water, vegetable oil, and eggs in a large mixing bowl.

Pour the batter into a greased 9×13-inch baking dish or two 8×8-inch round cake dishes and bake in a 350 degree F oven until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

Let the cake cool completely, then crumble it with a fork in a large bowl or in the baking dish into fine cake crumbs. Stir the frosting into the crumbled cake, cover with plastic wrap, and freeze until chilled.

Use a cookie scoop and your hands to roll the mixture into evenly sized balls and place on cookie sheet. You want to try make them all a consistent size – aim for the size of a ping pong ball.

Freeze again until balls are hard.

It’s easier to roll the cake & frosting mixture into perfectly round balls if it’s cold. The cake & frosting mixture is super moist, and at room temperature it makes it extremely difficult to shape them perfectly.

Once they have been frozen, I give them another little roll to smooth out the sides. Then place on a baking sheet. 

Melt milk chocolate candy melts in the microwave in 30-second increments or in a double boiler. Dip each lollipop stick into the chocolate, then stick into one of the cake balls.

Do this with all of them and put back in freezer till they are solidified.

Gently dip the balls into the melted chocolate or spoon the chocolate onto balls and twirl to coat, letting the excess chocolate drizzle off onto parchment paper. Decorate with sprinkles if desired.

Place them upright in a styrofoam block, or a cardboard box to harden. There you have it, you have easy cake pops!

OTHER CAKE POP FLAVOUR COMBINATIONS YOU COULD TRY

• Red velvet cake pops – using red velvet cake and cream cheese frosting.
• Birthday cake pops – adding a splash of vanilla extract and using funfetti cake mix. My 3 Ingredient Funfetti Cake Pops (using a box of cake mix) are a huge hit on the blog!
• Cookie dough cake pops
• Vanilla cake pops – by using a vanilla baked cake mix and white or different colour candy melts.
• Peppermint chocolate cake pops – using chocolate boxed cake mix, peppermint frosting and melted chocolate coating.

DIY CAKE POP TIPS

• For an extra chocolatey flavor, you can add a tablespoon or two of cocoa powder to the cake batter.
• If you prefer a softer frosting, you can substitute cream cheese for the butter in the frosting recipe.
• To ensure that the cake pops stay firm and hold their shape, refrigerate them for at least 2 hours before dipping them into the chocolate coating.
• Expert tip – use just as much frosting inside the cake pop as you need, no extra. Typically the more frosting the better on traditional cakes, at least in my opinion, but in cake pops this is not the case.
• You can also use white chocolate or milk chocolate chips for the coating if you prefer a different flavor.
• If the chocolate coating starts to harden before you’ve finished dipping all of the cake pops, you can microwave it for a few seconds to melt it again.

WHY ARE THE DELICIOUS CAKE POPS SO GREAT FOR BIRTHDAY PARTIES?

Cake pops are a popular treat to bring to birthday parties for several reasons:

1. Convenience: Cake pops are a convenient dessert option to bring to parties since they are already portioned and individually wrapped, making them easy to distribute to guests.
2. Versatility: Cake pops come in various flavors, colors, and designs, which allows for customization to match the party’s theme or the birthday person’s preferences. They can also be decorated with sprinkles, candy, or other toppings, making them visually appealing.
3. Less Mess: Unlike traditional cake slices, cake pops do not require plates, forks, or napkins, which can save on cleanup time and reduce the risk of spills and stains.
4. Fun Factor: Cake pops are a fun and playful dessert that can bring a smile to people’s faces. They are perfect for kids’ birthday parties and can also add a touch of whimsy to more formal events.

Overall, cake pops are a delicious and enjoyable dessert option that can enhance any birthday party experience.

HOW TO STORE THIS EASY CAKE POP RECIPE

The best way to store pre made cake pops is to place them in an airtight container with a paper towel lining the bottom of the container. They will stay fresh for a couple days on the counter, but for best results I recommend storing them in the refrigerator.

With this easy recipe, you can recreate the iconic Starbucks chocolate cake pops in the comfort of your own home. Whether you’re looking for a sweet treat to enjoy with your morning coffee or a dessert to impress your friends and family, these cake pops are sure to satisfy your chocolate cravings.

Other Delicious Sweets Treats You May Want To Try!

• Perfect Bar Recipe
• The Best Gluten Free Banana Chocolate Chip Muffins
• Biscoff Cheesecake
• Keto Chocolate Chip Almond Butter Cookies
• The Best Healthy Protein Cookie Dough Recipe

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