These Pretty Pink Vanilla Cake Pops are a simple party treat made with boxed cake mix, vanilla frosting, pink candy melts, and white sprinkles. They are sweet, bite-sized, and easy to serve for birthdays, baby showers, Valentine’s Day, Mother’s Day, or any pink-themed dessert table.
The cake is baked, crumbled, mixed with frosting, rolled into balls, then dipped in a smooth pink coating. They look fun and polished without needing complicated decorating skills, making them a good option when you want a cute homemade dessert that still feels easy to manage.
Servings: 24 cake pops
Prep Time: 30 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Cool Time: 45 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour 45 minutes
Ingredients:
- 1 box classic cake mix (I used Duncan Hines)
- 3 eggs (as required by the cake mix – this can vary with different brands)
- 1/3 cup oil (as required by the cake mix– this can vary with different brands)
- 1 cup water (as required by the cake mix– this can vary with different brands)
- 1/4 cup vanilla frosting (pre-made)
- 12 oz pink candy melts
- White sprinkles
Instructions:
Preheat your oven to the temperature specified on the cake mix box.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the cake mix, eggs, oil, and water. Mix until well combined and smooth.
Pour the batter into a greased baking pan and bake according to the instructions on the box.
Once baked, remove the cake from the oven and allow it to cool completely.
Once the cake is completely cooled, crumble it into fine crumbs using your hands or a food processor.
Add the vanilla frosting to the cake crumbs and mix until the mixture is well combined and holds together when pressed.
Using your hands, scoop out small portions of the cake mixture and roll them into balls. Place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Freeze the cake balls for about 15-20 minutes, or until they are firm.
- Melt the pink candy melts according to the package instructions, either in a microwave or using a double boiler.
- Dip the tip of a cake pop stick into the melted candy, then insert it into a cake ball (about halfway through). This helps secure the stick in the cake ball.
Dip the entire cake ball into the melted candy, turning it to coat evenly. Allow any excess coating to drip off.
While the coating is still wet, sprinkle the white sprinkles over the top for decoration.
- Place the cake pop upright in a styrofoam block or cake pop stand to set. Repeat with the remaining cake balls.
- Allow the cake pops to set completely at room temperature or in the fridge.
- Once set, the cake pops are ready to be enjoyed! Store any leftovers in an airtight container.
