Best 9 Cupcake Cookie Pops Recipes

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Welcome to the ultimate guide to creating delectable cupcake cookie pops, a delightful treat that combines the best of both worlds: the moist, fluffy texture of a cupcake and the crispy, chewy goodness of a cookie. These bite-sized treats are perfect for any occasion, whether it's a birthday party, baby shower, or just a fun weekend baking project. With a variety of flavors and decorating options, cupcake cookie pops are sure to impress your friends and family. So grab your ingredients and let's embark on a culinary journey to create these delightful treats!

Here are our top 9 tried and tested recipes!

BASIC CUPCAKE POPS



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Not only can you make cake balls and turn them into cake pops, but you can also mold them into other shapes using a small metal cookie cutter. For these cupcake pops, use a flower-shaped cookie cutter.

Categories     best bloggers     mini cupcakes     cupcake pops     bakerella     cake on a stick     candy coating

Yield 48

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 box cake mix
1 container ready-made frosting
32 oz. chocolate candy coating
16 oz. pink candy coating
48 paper lollipop sticks
M&M's or similarly shaped candy
Sprinkles
Styrofoam block

Steps:

  • In a 9- by 13-inch cake pan, bake the cake as directed on the box. Let cool completely.
  • Once the cake is baked, get organized and set aside plenty of time (a few hours) to crumble, roll, shape, dip, and decorate 4 dozen cupcake pops.
  • Crumble the cooled cake into a large mixing bowl. The texture of the cake causes it to crumble easily. To make crumbling easier, first cut the baked 9- by 13-inch cake into 4 equal sections. Remove a section from the pan, break it in half, and rub the two pieces together over a large bowl, making sure to crumble any large pieces that fall off. You can also use a fork to break any larger pieces of cake apart. Repeat with each section until the entire cake is crumbled into a fine texture. If you have large pieces mixed in, the cake balls may turn out lumpy and bumpy. You should not see any large pieces of cake.
  • Add three-quarters of the container of frosting. (You will not need the remaining frosting.) Mix it into the crumbled cake, using the back of a large spoon, until thoroughly combined. If you use the entire container, the cake balls will be too moist.
  • The mixture should be moist enough to roll into 1 1/2-inch balls and still hold a round shape. After rolling the cake balls by hand, place them on a wax paper-covered baking sheet.
  • Cover with plastic wrap and chill for several hours in the refrigerator, or place in the freezer for about 15 minutes. You want the balls to be firm but not frozen.
  • Remove the baking sheet from the refrigerator or freezer and begin shaping the cake balls into cupcakes. Take a chilled ball and roll it into a cylinder shape. Then slide it into the flower-shaped cookie cutter. The cake mixture should fill the entire cutter, with any excess forming a mounded cupcake top on one side. You can use your thumb to keep the shape flat on one side, allowing the rest to form a mound on the other. When you have the shape the way you like it, gently push the shaped cupcake out of the cutter from the bottom. If the mixture is still firm enough, you should also be able to gently pull it out by holding the top mounded side.
  • Place the cupcake-shaped cake ball, right-side up, back on the wax paper-covered baking sheet. Continue with the remaining cake balls.
  • Once the balls are all shaped into cupcakes, return them to the freezer for 5 to 10 minutes to keep them firm.
  • Place the chocolate candy coating in a deep, microwave-safe plastic bowl. These bowls make it easier to dip the cupcake bottoms completely in candy coating while holding the bowl without burning your fingers. (It is usually easier to work with about 16 ounces of coating at a time.)
  • Melt the chocolate candy coating, following the instructions on the package. Microwave on medium power for 30 seconds at a time, stirring with a spoon in between. You can also use a double boiler. Either way, make sure you do not overheat the coating.
  • Take a few cupcake-shaped cake balls at a time out of the freezer to work with. Transfer the rest to the refrigerator at this point, so they stay firm but do not freeze.
  • One at a time, take a cupcake-shaped cake ball and, holding it by the mounded top, dip the bottom into the melted chocolate candy coating - just to the point where the mounded shape starts. Remove it from the chocolate, turn it upside down, and swirl your hand in a circular motion. This will cause any excess chocolate coating to slide down. When the coating reaches the bottom of the mounded cupcake top shape, you can stop. Have a dish towel handy to wipe off your fingertips, as it is highly likely that you will get some coating on them. Don't use water to rinse your hands, as getting water in the coating can make it unusable.
  • Place the half-coated cupcake shape on the second wax paper-covered baking sheet, chocolate-candy-coating-side up, mounded side down. Immediately dip about 1/2 inch of the tip of a lollipop stick into the melted candy coating, and insert the stick straight into the flat, chocolate-coated bottom of the cupcake while the chocolate is still wet. Push it no more than halfway through. Continue with the rest of the cupcake-shaped cake balls. Allow the chocolate to dry completely.
  • Melt the pink candy coating in the same way as the chocolate.
  • Holding its lollipop stick, dip the top of a cupcake in the melted pink candy coating. It should completely cover the rest of the exposed cupcake and meet the edge of the chocolate coating.
  • Remove the cupcake pop from the coating and turn it right-side up. If the coating is too hot, it will start to drip down the sides. If this happens, let the coating sit for a few minutes to cool and start to thicken. Then when you dip the tops, the coating will stay in place.
  • While the coating is still wet, use a toothpick to touch up any areas the coating may not have covered. Then place 1 M&M (M-side down) on the top and add sprinkles for decoration.
  • Place the cupcake pop in a prepared Styrofoam block to dry completely. Repeat with the remaining cupcake pops.
  • Store the cupcake pops in an airtight container on the counter or in the refrigerator for several days. You can also cover them in small treat bags, tied with a ribbon, and leave them in the Styrofoam block on the counter.

CUPCAKE CAKE POPS



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Everyone's favorite miniature dessert-the cake pop-takes a cheeky new form courtesy of Angie Dudley, at Bakerella.com.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Dessert & Treats Recipes     Cupcake Recipes

Yield Makes about 50

Number Of Ingredients 6

9-by-13-inch Chocolate Cake for Cupcake Pops
2 cups Cream Cheese Buttercream Frosting
1 package chocolate coating bark
1 package white coating bark or pink candy melts
Sprinkles, for garnish
Candy-coated chocolates, such as M&M's, for garnish

Steps:

  • Line a baking sheet with parchment paper; set aside. Trim about 1/2 inch from the perimeter of the cake. Working in batches, crumble cake into the bowl of a food processor; process until fine crumbs form. Transfer to a large bowl and add frosting; blend together using the back of a spoon, until well combined, 5 to 10 minutes.
  • Roll mixture into 1 1/4- to 1 1/2-inch balls; transfer to prepared baking sheet. Cover with parchment-paper-lined aluminum foil. Transfer to refrigerator until chilled, about 2 hours or to a freezer for about 10 minutes.
  • Begin to shape balls into cupcakes by rolling balls first into logs. Fit logs into a 1 1/4-by-3/4-inch flower-shaped cookie cutter. Push cake mixture into the cutter halfway so that some of the cake mixture extends beyond the top of the cutter. Shape extended cake mixture into a cupcake-shaped top. Push cake from cutter to remove. Transfer to a parchment paper-lined baking sheet. Transfer to freezer until chilled, 5 to 10 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, melt chocolate in heatproof bowl set over (but not touching) simmering water. Line another baking sheet with parchment paper; set aside. Remove cupcakes from freezer and dip the bottom of each cupcake into the chocolate; transfer, bottom-side up, to prepared baking sheet. To make lollipops, insert a lollipop stick into the bottom of each cupcake. Let chocolate set, 15 to 20 minutes.
  • Melt white chocolate or pink candy melts in heatproof bowl set over (but not touching) simmering water. Dip the tops of the cupcakes into the chocolate and place right-side up on prepared baking sheet or stick lollipop sticks into a Styrofoam square. Place a candy-coated chocolate in the center of each and top with sprinkles. Let dry completely.

COOKIE DOUGH POPS



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Provided by Food Network

Categories     dessert

Time 1h20m

Yield 45 pops

Number Of Ingredients 9

2/3 cup butter, at room temperature
3/4 cup granulated sugar
1/4 cup dark brown sugar
1/4 cup applesauce
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 cups almond flour
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 cup mini chocolate chips
Crushed cereal, sprinkles and chopped peanuts, for garnish (see Cook's Note)

Steps:

  • With an electric mixer or by hand, beat the butter, granulated sugar, brown sugar, applesauce and vanilla in a bowl. Slowly add in the almond flour and salt. Mix in the chocolate chips. Refrigerate the dough for at least 20 minutes (or overnight) to make it easier to scoop.
  • Using a mini ice-cream scooper, scoop the dough into little balls. Roll the dough into each topping separately, add sticks and freeze for at least 30 minutes.

CAKE POPS



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When life calls for cake pops, let this be your go-to recipe. Feel free to change the cake and frosting flavors to whatever is your favorite. Just follow this easy technique and you will have perfect cake pops for a crowd (or the next bake sale).

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     dessert

Time 3h30m

Yield 46 cake pops

Number Of Ingredients 4

One 15.25-ounce box yellow cake mix, plus required ingredients
1 cup vanilla frosting, plus more as needed
20 ounces white candy melting wafers
Sprinkles or cookie crumbles, for decorating, optional

Steps:

  • Prepare and bake the cake according to the package directions for a 9-by-13-inch pan. Let cool completely.
  • Break the cake into pieces and place it in a food processor. Add the frosting and process until the mixture forms a ball and pulls away from the sides of the bowl, about 30 seconds. If the mixture doesn't come together, add more frosting 1 tablespoon at a time until it holds its shape.
  • Using a 3/4-ounce scoop, form the mixture into 46 balls and put them on a baking sheet. Refrigerate until firm, about 30 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, place the candy wafers in a microwave-safe bowl and melt according to package directions. Dip a half inch of the tip of a lollipop stick into the candy and then stick the tip halfway into a cake ball. Repeat with the remaining balls and sticks. Refrigerate the cake pops until completely chilled, about 1 hour.
  • Microwave the candy again until melted and pour it into a tall narrow glass. Dip each cake pop into the candy and let any excess run off. If decorating, turn the cake pop upright and sprinkle with sprinkles while the coating is still wet. Stick the finished pops in two 9.8-by-11.8-inch Styrofoam blocks block and let set completely.

COOKIE CUPCAKES



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These cupcakes taste very similar to fluffy chocolate chip cookies and were the signature dish of my husband's Aunt Lois when I first married into the family. His mother began making them also and they are her most-requested dish. Even when making traditional desserts for holidays, she adds these cupcakes. She even gives them as gifts.-Sue Smith, Joaquin, Texas

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 45m

Yield 1 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 14

1/2 cup butter, softened
6 tablespoons sugar
6 tablespoons packed brown sugar
1 large egg
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 cup plus 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt
FILLING:
1/2 cup packed brown sugar
1 large egg
1/8 teaspoon salt
1 cup semisweet chocolate chips
1/2 cup chopped walnuts

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, cream the butter and sugars until light and fluffy. Beat in egg and vanilla. Combine the flour, baking soda and salt; gradually add to creamed mixture and mix well., Spoon about 2 tablespoons dough into each of 12 paper-lined muffin cups, filling each halfway. Bake at 375° for 10 minutes or until edges are light brown., Meanwhile, in a small bowl, beat the brown sugar, egg and salt for 5 minutes or until lighter in color. Stir in chocolate chips and walnuts. , Remove partially-baked cupcakes from oven. Spoon rounded tablespoonfuls of filling into the center of each cupcake. Bake 12-14 minutes longer or until deep golden brown. Cool for 10 minutes before removing from pan to a wire rack to cool.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 305 calories, Fat 16g fat (8g saturated fat), Cholesterol 55mg cholesterol, Sodium 249mg sodium, Carbohydrate 40g carbohydrate (30g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 4g protein.

QUICK CHOCOLATE CHIP COOKIE POPS



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My family prefers milk chocolate to dark or semisweet chocolate, so I created this recipe. Baking the pops on a stick makes them fun, but the cookies are just as delicious by themselves.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 30m

Yield about 12 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 cups butter, softened
1-1/2 cups sugar
1-1/2 cups packed brown sugar
3 eggs
1 tablespoon vanilla extract
4-3/4 cups all-purpose flour
1-1/2 teaspoons baking soda
1 teaspoon salt
3 cups milk chocolate chips
2 cups chopped pecans
12 dozen Popsicle sticks

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, cream butter and sugars until light and fluffy. Add eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Beat in vanilla. Combine the flour, baking soda and salt; gradually add to creamed mixture and mix well. Transfer to a larger bowl if necessary. Stir in chocolate chips and pecans. , Drop by rounded teaspoonfuls 3 in. apart onto ungreased baking sheets. Insert a wooden stick into each cookie if desired. Bake at 375° for 10-12 minutes or until lightly browned. Cool for 1 minute before removing to wire racks.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 170 calories, Fat 10g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 24mg cholesterol, Sodium 121mg sodium, Carbohydrate 20g carbohydrate (12g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 2g protein.

EASIEST CAKE POPS EVER



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Iced sugar cookies and cream cheese are mixed together and formed into easy, no-bake cake pops! Kids will love to help with this fun recipe. Perfect for birthdays or holidays.

Provided by NicoleMcmom

Categories     Cake Pop Recipes

Time 45m

Yield 24

Number Of Ingredients 5

2 (13.5 ounce) packages soft, frosted sugar cookies (such as Lofthouse®)
1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese, softened
2 (8 ounce) packages white candy melts
24 lollipop sticks
1 tablespoon multicolored candy sprinkles, or to taste

Steps:

  • Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  • Combine cookies and cream cheese in the bowl of a stand mixer and mix until well blended.
  • Form mixture into twenty four 1 1/2-inch balls. Place on the prepared baking sheet and secure a lollipop stick in each one. Chill in the refrigerator for 10 minutes.
  • While the cake pops are chilling, place candy melts in the top of a double boiler over simmering water. Stir frequently, scraping down the sides with a rubber spatula to avoid scorching, until melted, 3 to 5 minutes.
  • Remove cake pops from the refrigerator. Dip each one in the melted candy coating, allowing any excess to drip off. Return to the lined baking sheet and sprinkle immediately with sprinkles. Let sit until coating has completely set, about 10 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 289.4 calories, Carbohydrate 33.5 g, Cholesterol 30.5 mg, Fat 16.2 g, Fiber 0.3 g, Protein 3.5 g, SaturatedFat 7.5 g, Sodium 158.6 mg

VANILLA 'BOX' CAKE POPS RECIPE BY TASTY



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Here's what you need: yellow cake mix, vanilla frosting, white chocolate, sprinkles, lollipop stick

Provided by Julie Klink

Categories     Desserts

Yield 24 servings

Number Of Ingredients 5

15 oz yellow cake mix, prepared according to package instructions, cooled
½ cup vanilla frosting
2 cups white chocolate, plus 2 tablespoons, melted, divided
sprinkles, for decoration, optional
24 sticks lollipop stick

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, crumble the cake into fine uniform crumbs. Add the vanilla frosting and mix thoroughly.
  • Press the cake mixture into an ice cube tray. Dip the lollipop sticks into 2 tablespoons of melted white chocolate, then stick them into the center of each cake pop inside the ice cube tray.
  • Freeze for at least 2 hours or up to 8 hours.
  • Use a butter knife or offset spatula to loosen the cake pops from the ice cube tray. Pull out the cake pops.
  • Dip each cake pop in the remaining melted white chocolate. Decorate with sprinkles
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 153 calories, Carbohydrate 25 grams, Fat 5 grams, Fiber 0 grams, Protein 1 gram, Sugar 18 grams

CHOCOLATE CAKE COOKIE POPS



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Cookie ball pops! They may not be perfectly round after baking.

Provided by Cookie Awsomeness

Categories     Desserts     Cookies

Time 1h11m

Yield 11

Number Of Ingredients 10

¼ cup butter, softened
1 tablespoon butter, softened
¼ cup white sugar
1 egg
1 ½ teaspoons milk
¼ teaspoon vanilla extract
1 cup all-purpose flour
½ teaspoon baking powder
⅛ teaspoon salt
1 (1 ounce) square chocolate, thinly sliced

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  • Combine 1/4 cup plus 1 tablespoon butter and sugar in a large bowl; beat with an electric mixer until creamy. Beat in egg, milk, and vanilla extract.
  • Mix flour, baking powder, and salt together in a bowl. Add to the creamed butter mixture gradually, beating until dough is just combined.
  • Shape dough into small balls; place on the prepared baking sheet.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until golden brown, about 17 minutes. Reshape into balls while still warm. Let cool, 20 to 30 minutes.
  • Place chocolate in a small microwave-safe bowl. Heat in the microwave until softened, about 30 seconds; stir. Continue heating until melted, about 30 seconds more. Cool slightly, 3 to 5 minutes.
  • Dip cookie balls in the melted chocolate. Set on a plate lined with waxed paper until chocolate hardens, about 10 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 124.8 calories, Carbohydrate 14.1 g, Cholesterol 30.8 mg, Fat 7.1 g, Fiber 0.7 g, Protein 2.1 g, SaturatedFat 4.3 g, Sodium 93 mg, Sugar 4.6 g

Tips:

  • To make the cupcake cookie dough, you can use any flavor of cake mix and cookie dough. Just be sure the cookie dough doesn't contain any nuts or other large pieces, as these can make it difficult to shape the pops.
  • If you don't have a cupcake maker, you can bake the cupcakes in a regular oven. Just bake them for the amount of time specified on the cake mix box.
  • To make the frosting, you can use any flavor of frosting you like. If you want a more colorful frosting, you can add food coloring.
  • To decorate the cupcake cookie pops, you can use sprinkles, candy melts, or other decorations. You can also use edible markers to draw designs on the pops.
  • Cupcake cookie pops are best served fresh. However, you can store them in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Conclusion:

Cupcake cookie pops are a delicious and easy-to-make treat that is perfect for any occasion. Whether you're making them for a party or just for a fun snack, these pops are sure to be a hit. With so many different variations to choose from, you're sure to find a cupcake cookie pop that you love. So what are you waiting for? Get baking!

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