Introduction
Halloween is the perfect time to have fun in the kitchen, and these Red Velvet Cake Pops are a bite-sized way to bring both flavor and festivity to your party table. With their rich red velvet cake center, creamy frosting, and smooth chocolate or candy coating, these little treats are as delicious as they are eye-catching.
I first made them for a Halloween dessert table, decorating some with orange and black sprinkles and others with elegant white drizzle. They were the first thing to disappear — and for good reason. They’re fun to make, easy to customize, and loved by kids and adults alike.
Ingredients
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1 box red velvet cake mix (plus ingredients listed on the package)
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1/2 cup cream cheese frosting (store-bought or homemade)
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Candy melts or chocolate (red, black, orange, or white)
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Halloween sprinkles and/or candy decorations
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Lollipop sticks
Instructions
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Bake the cake: Prepare and bake the red velvet cake according to package directions. Let it cool completely.
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Crumble and mix: Crumble the cooled cake into fine crumbs in a large bowl. Add cream cheese frosting a little at a time, mixing until the texture holds together like dough.
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Form the pops: Roll the mixture into evenly sized balls (about 1 tablespoon each) and place them on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Chill in the fridge for 1–2 hours or in the freezer for 20–30 minutes.
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Melt the coating: Melt candy melts or chocolate in a microwave-safe bowl, heating in 20-second intervals and stirring until smooth.
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Dip and decorate: Dip the tip of each lollipop stick into the melted coating, then insert it into a cake ball (this helps secure it). Dip the entire cake pop into the coating, gently tapping off excess. Immediately decorate with sprinkles or drizzle before the coating sets.
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Set and serve: Place the decorated cake pops upright in a foam block or stand until the coating hardens.
Tips & Variations
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Flavor Twist: Swap the red velvet for chocolate or pumpkin spice cake for a seasonal change.
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Double Coating: For a richer shell, dip each pop twice, letting the first coat set before the second.
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Make Ahead: Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to a week.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
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Party-Perfect: Portable, bite-sized, and mess-free.
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Festive Look: Easily decorated to match any Halloween theme.
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Kid-Friendly: A fun baking activity for the whole family.
Final Thoughts
These Red Velvet Cake Pops are the ultimate blend of festive flair and irresistible flavor. Whether you keep them simple with a drizzle or go all out with Halloween sprinkles, they’ll be a hit at any celebration. Make them once, and they just might become a holiday tradition.