This genius no-bake cake pop recipe will have you enjoying your favorite afternoon treat right at home!
We all know a trip to Starbucks is certainly a treat. A frothy drink paired with a delectable pastry or sandwich—who could resist? And yet, journeying to Starbucks may not always be in the books during a busy day, and sometimes, you just want a little sweet treat at home.
While there are many Starbucks copycat recipes you can choose to whip up, there’s nothing quite like a tasty cake pop to give you that sugar rush you need in the middle of the day. And thanks to a genius TikTok creator, these copycat Starbucks cake pops are a lot easier to make than you think!
How to Make Copycat Starbucks Cake Pops
We discovered this delicious treat thanks to TikTok user @fivefootfeminine who gave us a step-by-step tutorial on how to make a copycat version of Starbucks’ iconic Birthday Cake Pops.
@fivefootfeminine BETTER than STARBUCKS cake pops! This is the perfect no-bake recipe for Easter, Baby, Bridal, Wedding Showers or Birthday Parties! Thanks for the idea @allrecipes 💗 INGREDIENTS: 2 Packages Frosted Sugar Cookies 8 oz Cream Cheese Softened White Chocolate Melts Mix frosted sugar cookies in @kitchenaidusa mixer. Add softened @philadelphia cream cheese to mixture. Blend until dough forms. Roll into 1’’ balls and place on cookie sheet. Refrigerate for 10+ minutes until dough is firm. Melt chocolate in microwave. Dip dough balls in chocolate. Garnish with @wiltoncakeslatam sprinkles. #easterrecipes #nobakedessert #cakeballs #cakepops #cakepop #starbucks #bridalshowerideas #babyshowerideas #easyrecipes ♬ Sunshine – WIRA
As you can see, this TikTok creator’s genius hack is using a package of those soft grocery store cookies for this recipe, also known as Lofthouse cookies. Lofthouse cookies come with different frosting colors, giving you some flexibility on what colors you want your copycat Starbucks cake pops to be.
If you can’t find a package at your local grocery store, you can always make a homemade batch of copycat Lofthouse cookies at home for this recipe.
Ingredients
- 10-12 Lofthouse cookies, homemade or pre-packaged
- 1 8 oz. block of cream cheese
- White chocolate, for dipping
- Cake pop sticks
- Sprinkles, optional
Directions
Step 1: Prep the cookies
Place the Lofthouse cookies in a stand mixer. Using the whisk attachment, run the mixer to break apart the cookies until they are a fine, powdered mixture.
Step 2: Add the cream cheese
Beat in the block of cream cheese until the mixture is smooth.
Step 3: Form the cake balls!
Using a cookie scoop, scoop some of the cake pop mixture into a clean hand and roll it into a ball.
Step 4: Chill them
Place on a baking sheet lined with wax paper. Once all of the cake balls are finished, refrigerate them for 10 minutes.
Step 5: Prep the chocolate
Meanwhile, melt the white chocolate in the microwave.
Step 6: Assemble and decorate
Stick the cake pop sticks into each ball, then dip the cake pops into the melted white chocolate until fully coated. Decorate the outside of the pop with sprinkles. Wait for the chocolate to harden on the pops before serving, and enjoy!
How to Store Your Copycat Starbucks Cake Pops
Find yourself with a few cake pop leftovers? Here’s how to store cake pops properly so they don’t go bad.
It may sound tedious, but you are going to want to individually wrap each cake pop in plastic wrap. This helps to retain the moisture in the cake pop so they don’t dry out in the fridge.
Once the copycat Starbucks cake pops are wrapped properly, store them in an airtight container in the refrigerator. They should last in the fridge for about one week, but if you need a bit more time, you could also store them in the freezer as well for up to a month. To defrost, unwrap the cake pop and let it sit out at room temperature before devouring.
Copycat Starbucks Recipes You Can Make at Home
My family loves this comforting chai tea latte recipe, especially on cold days instead of cocoa or when they’re feeling under the weather. I simplified this chai tea recipe by using the filter basket of our coffeepot. It’s delicious and great after dinner! —Julie Plummer, Sykesville, Maryland
You can make Starbucks cranberry bliss bars any time you please with this step-by-step copycat recipe. It makes an entire pan of bars that taste just like the real deal. —Molly Allen, Hood River, Oregon
You can substitute Gruyere cheese for the Swiss and ham for the bacon, or add in small-cut veggies to these copycat Starbucks egg bites. I also like to bake these in small Mason jars for fun single-portion presentations. Serve with avocado slices and fresh fruit for a healthy breakfast. —Maria Morelli, West Kelowna, British Columbia
I love caramel frappuccinos from Starbucks, but they get too expensive. I now make my own, and they are just as good. If you blend the milk with all the other ingredients, it gets too foamy—instead stir it in with a spoon after all the ice is crushed. —Heather Egger, Davenport, Iowa
On a busy morning, these freezer breakfast sandwiches save the day. A hearty combo of eggs, Canadian bacon and cheese will keep you fueled through lunchtime and beyond. —Christine Rukavena, Taste of Home Senior Editor
Who has time to make from-scratch bagels? You do, with this easy recipe! The chewy golden bagels offer a hint of honey and will win over even the pickiest eaters. —Taste of Home Test Kitchen
I created a copycat Starbucks gingerbread loaf that’s the perfect addition to my holiday baking. Served with a thick layer of frosting, it’s delicious with a cup of coffee. —Risa Lichtman, Portland, Oregon
My family always asks for this love-me-tender lemon loaf cake. Sometimes, I shake things up and make cupcakes with the batter. So awesome for brunch! —Lola Baxter, Winnebago, Minnesota
We combine rich molasses, golden honey and a host of spices to create this warm and comforting beverage.—Taste of Home Test Kitchen
Homemade granola layered with fresh fruit and yogurt makes a superb breakfast. Sometimes I skip the parfait step to enjoy it on a hikes or picnics.—Donna Speirs, Kennebunk, ME
Coffee granules enhance the chocolate flavor in these amazingly fudgy brownies. Add chocolate chips to the batter and you’ve got some seriously irresistible treats. —Sarah Farmer, Waukesha, Wisconsin
The flaky layers of laminated dough and a sweet, cheese filling in the center make this Danish a natural to pair with hot coffee or tea. It’s as delicious for breakfast as it is for a late-night snack. —Nancy Mock, Colchester, Vermont
This quick bread is a family favorite, so I always try to have ripe bananas on hand for this recipe. I’m sure your family will love this tasty, nutty bread as much as mine does. —Susan Jones, La Grange Park, Illinois
Make spirits bright with a minty mocha to share under the mistletoe or around the piano. I’ve also stirred in coffee liqueur instead of peppermint. —Lauren Brien-Wooster, South Lake Tahoe, California
I have always loved iced tea with lemon, and this irresistible thirst-quencher takes it one step further. The lemonade gives this refreshing drink a nice color, too. —Gail Buss, New Bern, North Carolina
I love serving this blueberry scone recipe to visiting friends and family. I always make sure a have a few in the freezer. Just pop a frozen scone in the microwave for 20 seconds or so. —Joan Francis, Spring Lake, New Jersey
Skip the drive-thru and head straight to your kitchen to shake up this coffee drink. You only need four ingredients!
