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Starbucks Copycat Birthday Cake Pops


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  • Author: sara
  • Total Time: 2 hours (including chilling time)
  • Yield: 30 cake pops
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

Recreate the famous Starbucks Birthday Cake Pops at home! These moist vanilla cake balls mixed with creamy buttercream, coated in a sweet pink candy shell and topped with sprinkles, are perfect for parties, celebrations, or a fun homemade treat.


Ingredients

For the Cake:

  • 1 box (13.25 oz) vanilla cake mix
  • 1 cup milk (to replace water in the cake mix instructions)
  • ⅓ cup vegetable oil
  • 4 large eggs (one more than the cake mix calls for)

For the Vanilla Buttercream:

  • ¼ cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 12 teaspoons milk (as needed)

For Coating and Decoration:

  • 12 oz pink candy melts
  • Lollipop sticks
  • Sprinkles

Notes

  • For smoother candy coating: Add 1 teaspoon of vegetable shortening or coconut oil to the melted candy melts.
  • Storage: Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or refrigerate for up to a week.
  • Variation: Try different candy melt colors for various themes!
  • Prep Time: 30 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Dessert, Party Treats
  • Method: Baking, Dipping
  • Cuisine: American