Ready for a treat that’s ridiculously festive, delightfully simple, and perfect for parties (or just a Tuesday)? These 3 Ingredient Funfetti Cake Pops are every bit as cheerful and delicious as they sound! All you need are three pantry staples, a touch of creativity, and less time than you’d think to create bite-sized pops of happiness — complete with colorful sprinkles in every joyful bite!
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
- Unbelievably Easy: If you can mix, roll, and dip, you’re already a cake pop pro with this no-fuss method!
- Colorful & Fun: Those confetti sprinkles make every single pop a celebration — no food coloring or fancy piping bags required.
- Customizable for Any Occasion: Decorate with themed sprinkles or drizzle for birthdays, baby showers, or holidays — the sky’s the limit.
- Perfect Make-Ahead Treat: These cake pops keep beautifully, so you can prep them in advance and still impress your guests (or your sweet tooth!).
Ingredients You’ll Need
Each ingredient in these 3 Ingredient Funfetti Cake Pops plays a starring role, creating those iconic cakey centers, the creamy bite, and a shell that’s satisfyingly snappy. Don’t let the simplicity fool you — these picks are magic together!
- Cake Mix (Funfetti/Rainbow Bit): This is your shortcut to instant fun! The boxed mix brings flavor, fluffiness, and built-in sprinkles for that signature look (Betty Crocker Rainbow Bit is my favorite, but any confetti cake works).
- Cream Cheese Frosting: This makes the pops creamy, rich, and helps bind the crumbled cake. Go for whipped cream cheese frosting for extra lightness, but vanilla, buttercream, or canned frosting will work in a pinch.
- White Chocolate Wafers: For that irresistible candy shell! White chocolate is sweet, smooth, and looks dreamy as a coating — plus, it’s the perfect blank canvas for adding colorful sprinkles on top.
Variations
What’s the best part about homemade cake pops? You can let your imagination run wild! Here are some fun and easy ways to switch up 3 Ingredient Funfetti Cake Pops so they fit the vibe, your pantry, or your cravings.
- Chocolate Overload: Use a chocolate cake mix and chocolate frosting for pops that are decadent and fudgy — chocolate lovers rejoice!
- Classic Vanilla: Swap the Funfetti mix for simple vanilla or yellow cake, and use classic white frosting for understated elegance.
- Gluten-Free Fun: Try a gluten-free boxed cake mix and check your frosting and chocolate for a gluten-free option — everyone deserves a cake pop!
- Colorful Coatings: Dip the pops in colored candy melts or swirl a drizzle of another shade on top for a festive, Instagram-worthy finish.
How to Make 3 Ingredient Funfetti Cake Pops
Step 1: Bake the Funfetti Cake
Prepare your boxed Funfetti cake mix according to package directions, using the eggs, oil, and water amounts listed. Pour the batter into a greased 9×13-inch dish or two 8×8-inch pans, and bake at 350°F until the cake is golden, risen, and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Let the cake cool completely — this sets the stage for perfect cake pops!
Step 2: Crumble and Mix
Once the cake is cooled, use a fork or your hands to break it into fine crumbs in a large mixing bowl. Scoop in the cream cheese frosting and stir, folding until the mixture comes together with a slightly doughy texture. That frosting gives your pops all their moisture, flavor, and rollable magic!
Step 3: Chill & Shape the Pops
Cover the bowl and pop the mixture into the freezer for about 20–30 minutes, or until it’s firm but not rock hard. When chilled, roll the mixture into evenly sized balls (aim for about 1.5 inches) and freeze again to help them hold their shape. Don’t skip the freezing, or the pops will be tricky to dip!
Step 4: Insert the Sticks
While your cake balls chill, melt the white chocolate wafers in the microwave or a double boiler until smooth and glossy. Dip each cake pop stick about 1/2 inch into the melted chocolate, then push it halfway into each cake ball — this helps keep the stick secure. Place them back into the freezer so they set up firm.
Step 5: Dip and Decorate
Working one at a time, gently dip each cake pop into melted white chocolate, swirling to coat. If your chocolate is thick, you can spoon it over the pops. Add sprinkles right away, before the shell starts to set. Stand the finished pops upright in a styrofoam block or box to harden — and try hard not to eat them all before the chocolate sets!
Pro Tips for Making 3 Ingredient Funfetti Cake Pops
- Ultimate Chill Time: Don’t rush the chilling steps — cold, firm cake balls make for pops that dip like a dream and don’t fall apart!
- Smooth Chocolate Coating: Add a teaspoon of coconut oil to your melting wafers for an ultra-silky shell that sets quickly and cracks perfectly.
- No Styrofoam? No Problem: Poke holes in a sturdy cardboard box for holding pops upright while they set — a total lifesaver for last-minute prep.
- Even Sizing Every Time: Use a small cookie scoop to portion out your cake mixture — you’ll get perfectly uniform pops (and no sibling squabbles over whose is bigger)!
How to Serve 3 Ingredient Funfetti Cake Pops
Garnishes
The classic move is to shower your pops with extra rainbow sprinkles before the chocolate sets. But why not get creative? Try edible glitter, themed confetti for holidays, or a tiny drizzle of contrasting chocolate. Sometimes I even add miniature sugar pearls for an extra pop of glam!
Side Dishes
For a birthday party or dessert buffet, serve your 3 Ingredient Funfetti Cake Pops with a platter of fresh fruit, a bowl of chocolate-dipped pretzels, or a selection of dipped cookies. They’re also adorable alongside cups of hot cocoa, coffee, or paired with a scoop of your favorite ice cream.
Creative Ways to Present
I love standing these cake pops upright in a decorated foam block, grouping them in mason jars tied with ribbon, or arranging them bouquet-style for a showstopping centerpiece. Individually wrap them with cellophane and a bow as party favors, or box them up for the cutest edible gifts ever!
Make Ahead and Storage
Storing Leftovers
Store leftover cake pops in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to five days. Just make sure they’re not crowded together so the chocolate shell stays pretty and the pops don’t get smushed — they’ll taste as fresh as day one!
Freezing
Freeze undipped cake balls for up to two months, double-wrapped in plastic and stored in a freezer-safe bag. For finished pops, flash freeze them on a tray, then wrap individually and keep in the freezer. Let thaw in the fridge before serving — the shell will stay crisp!
Reheating
No need to reheat cake pops; serve chilled or at room temperature. If you’ve frozen them, just move to the fridge to slowly thaw so condensation doesn’t make the shell sticky. The inside stays super moist, even days later!
FAQs
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Can I use homemade cake instead of a box mix for cake pops?
Absolutely! If you have a favorite homemade Funfetti or vanilla cake recipe, feel free to use that instead of a box mix. Just bake it as you normally would, let it cool fully, and continue with the same steps for crumbling, mixing, and shaping.
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What kind of frosting works best for 3 Ingredient Funfetti Cake Pops?
Whipped cream cheese frosting is extra creamy and easy to mix in, but vanilla, buttercream, or even chocolate frosting can work depending on your flavor vibe! The most important thing is that it’s soft and spreadable so it binds everything together.
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Do I have to use white chocolate wafers, or can I substitute candy melts?
You can absolutely use colored or flavored candy melts instead of plain white chocolate wafers. They work just as well for coating and let you change up the look (and sometimes the flavor) easily. Pastel colors, chocolate, and even strawberry-flavored melts are all fun!
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Why did my cake pops fall off the stick or crack?
If your cake pops are too warm or not chilled enough, they can slide off the stick during dipping. Make sure the balls are well-chilled and always dip your stick in chocolate before inserting it. Cracking is usually caused by a temperature difference between cold cake pops and hot chocolate — let your pops sit at room temperature for a few minutes before dipping to help prevent this.
Final Thoughts
If you’re looking for something easy, fun, and completely irresistible, give these 3 Ingredient Funfetti Cake Pops a try! No baking skills required, just a love for sprinkles and a sweet tooth. Gather your ingredients and get ready to watch smiles appear — these tiny pops of joy are always a hit!
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3 Ingredient Funfetti Cake Pops Recipe
- Prep Time: 1 hour
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 40 minutes
- Yield: 15 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking, Freezing, Dipping
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Description
These 3 Ingredient Funfetti Cake Pops are a delightful treat that’s easy to make and perfect for any celebration. With a moist and flavorful cake center coated in creamy white chocolate, these cake pops are sure to be a hit at parties or as a sweet indulgence.
Ingredients
For the Cake:
- 1 boxed cake mix, I used Betty Crocker Rainbow Bit
- 1/3 cup frosting, I used Betty Crocker Whipped cream cheese frosting
For Coating:
- 1 1/2 cups White chocolate wafers
Instructions
- Prepare the Cake: Start by preparing your cake by packaged directions. Beat cake mix, water, oil, and eggs in a bowl. Pour the batter into a greased baking dish and bake until done.
- Crumble and Mix: Let the cake cool, crumble it, and mix in the frosting. Freeze until chilled.
- Shape the Cake Balls: Roll the mixture into balls and freeze until firm.
- Coat with Chocolate: Dip lollipop sticks in white chocolate, insert into balls, then coat the balls with melted chocolate.
- Decorate and Set: Add sprinkles, let them harden, and enjoy your delicious cake pops!
Notes
- Freezing the cake mixture helps in shaping the balls easily.
- Decorate with colorful sprinkles for a festive look.
- Store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cake pop
- Calories: 160
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
