Description
There’s something about the 4th of July that brings back the sweet smell of barbecues, the sound of laughter echoing in the backyard, and the joy of little hands reaching for colorful treats. One bite into a soft, white chocolate-coated cake pop bursting with red, white, and blue sprinkles instantly takes me back to those sunlit celebrations. These 4th of July Cake Pops aren’t just festive—they’re a guaranteed hit at any Independence Day gathering. Whether you’re hosting a big BBQ or heading to a picnic in the park, these patriotic cake pops are easy to whip up and make the perfect grab-and-go dessert. At Kai Recipes, we believe that the best dishes are the ones that bring people together—and trust me, these cake pops disappear fast!
Ingredients
- 1 box white cake mix (prepared and cooled)
- 2–3 tablespoons vanilla frosting
- 12 oz white chocolate chips or vanilla candy melts
- ½ cup red, white, and blue sprinkles
- 24 wooden skewers or cake pop sticks
- Optional: food coloring for themed variations
Instructions
- Bake the cake according to the instructions on the white cake mix box. Let it cool completely.
- Crumble the cooled cake into a large bowl until it resembles fine crumbs.
- Mix in frosting a spoonful at a time until you can form the mixture into a dough-like texture.
- Shape into 1-inch balls and place on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Chill the balls in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour (this helps them stay firm during dipping).
- Melt the white chocolate or candy melts in a microwave-safe bowl in 30-second intervals, stirring until smooth.
- Dip the end of each stick into the melted chocolate, then insert it into the center of each cake ball (about halfway).
- Carefully dip each pop into the chocolate, letting the excess drip off.
- Immediately decorate with patriotic sprinkles before the coating sets.
- Place the finished cake pops upright in a foam block or lay flat and chill until completely set.
Notes
Want that flawless finish? Always chill your cake pops thoroughly before dipping. This keeps the coating smooth and prevents those pesky cracks from forming in the chocolate.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No Bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cake pop
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 90mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 5mg
Keywords: 4th of July, cake pops, party treat, red white blue, easy dessert