These festive and colorful Easter cake pops are a fun and delicious treat, perfect for celebrating spring. Made with moist vanilla cake, coated in smooth white chocolate, and decorated with pastel sprinkles, they add a cheerful touch to any Easter dessert table.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
- Easy & Fun to Make – Simple steps make these great for beginners or a family baking activity.
- Perfect for Easter Celebrations – A festive, bite-sized treat that kids and adults will love.
- Customizable – Use different cake flavors, chocolates, and sprinkles to match your theme.
- Great for Gifting – Wrapped in a clear bag with a ribbon, these make beautiful Easter treats.
Ingredients
(Tip: You can find the complete list of ingredients and their measurements in the recipe card below.)
- 1 baked vanilla cake (store-bought or homemade)
- 1/2 cup cream cheese frosting
- 12 oz white chocolate or candy melts
- 1/2 teaspoon vegetable oil (for smooth coating)
- Pastel sprinkles for decoration
- Cake pop sticks
Directions
Prepare the Cake Pops:
- Crumble the baked vanilla cake into fine crumbs in a large bowl.
- Add the cream cheese frosting and mix until the texture resembles dough.
- Roll into small balls (about 1 inch in diameter) and place them on a lined baking sheet.
- Freeze for 15 minutes to firm up.
Coat & Decorate:
- Melt the white chocolate or candy melts with the vegetable oil in a microwave-safe bowl, stirring until smooth.
- Dip each cake pop stick into the melted chocolate, then insert it into each cake ball.
- Dip the cake pops into the melted chocolate, covering them completely.
- Decorate with pastel sprinkles before the coating hardens.
Set & Serve:
- Place upright in a foam block or cake pop stand to allow the coating to set.
- Once hardened, serve and enjoy!
Servings and Timing
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Chilling Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Servings: 15 cake pops
- Calories: 180 kcal per cake pop
Variations
- Chocolate Cake Pops – Use chocolate cake instead of vanilla for a richer flavor.
- Lemon Cake Pops – Add lemon zest to the cake mixture for a citrusy twist.
- Colorful Coating – Use pastel-colored candy melts for a more vibrant look.
- Drizzle Effect – Drizzle melted dark or white chocolate over the cake pops for an elegant touch.
- Nutty Crunch – Roll the cake pops in crushed nuts or shredded coconut before the chocolate hardens.
Storage/Reheating
- Room Temperature: Store in an airtight container for up to 2 days.
- Refrigeration: Keep in the fridge for up to 1 week.
- Freezing: Freeze uncoated cake balls for up to 2 months. Thaw before dipping in chocolate.
- Serving Tip: Let refrigerated cake pops sit at room temperature for 10 minutes before serving for the best texture.
FAQs
Can I use store-bought cake mix?
Yes! A boxed vanilla cake mix works great for this recipe.
How do I prevent my cake pops from falling off the stick?
Chilling them before dipping and inserting the stick into melted chocolate first helps them stay secure.
Can I use buttercream instead of cream cheese frosting?
Yes, but cream cheese frosting gives a slightly tangy balance to the sweetness.
How do I get a smooth chocolate coating?
Use vegetable oil in the melted chocolate and tap off excess chocolate after dipping.
Can I make these without a cake pop stand?
Yes, you can place them upside down on parchment paper to set, but they will have a flat top.
What’s the best way to decorate cake pops for Easter?
Use pastel sprinkles, edible glitter, or drizzle different colors of melted chocolate over them.
Can I make these in advance?
Yes! You can make them a day ahead and refrigerate until serving.
Can I use dark or milk chocolate instead of white chocolate?
Absolutely! Dark or milk chocolate gives a more intense flavor.
How do I color white chocolate?
Use oil-based or candy coloring to prevent the chocolate from seizing.
Are these cake pops gluten-free?
Use a gluten-free cake mix and frosting to make them gluten-free.
Conclusion
Easter Cake Pops with Sprinkles are a fun, festive, and delicious treat that will brighten any holiday celebration. Whether making them for a party, gifting, or simply enjoying at home, these bite-sized delights are sure to impress. Try them today and bring a sweet, colorful touch to your Easter dessert table!
