Save Whimsical, colorful cake pops decorated to look like playful monsters. These cheerful treats are perfect for parties or a fun afternoon of baking with kids, bringing vibrant color and smiles to any occasion.
I first made these silly monster cake pops for my nephew’s birthday party and the kids absolutely loved choosing the colors and decorating their own monster faces. It’s a wonderfully interactive recipe that always makes for great memories in the kitchen.
Ingredients
- Cake: 1 box (400 g) vanilla or chocolate cake mix (plus ingredients called for on box: eggs, oil, water)
- Frosting: 100 g (1/2 cup) cream cheese, softened, 60 g (1/4 cup) unsalted butter, softened, 100 g (3/4 cup) powdered sugar, 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
- Coating & Decoration: 400 g (14 oz) candy melts (various bright colors), 24 lollipop sticks, edible candy eyes (assorted sizes), sprinkles, mini chocolate chips, or colored sugar (for decoration)
Instructions
- Bake and Cool Cake:
- Bake the cake according to package instructions. Let cool completely.
- Prepare Frosting:
- In a bowl, mix the cream cheese, butter, powdered sugar, and vanilla until smooth.
- Make Cake Ball Mixture:
- Crumble the cooled cake into fine crumbs in a large bowl. Add frosting and mix until dough forms.
- Shape Balls and Chill:
- Roll mixture into 24 balls. Place on baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Chill in freezer for 20 minutes.
- Melt Candy Melts:
- Melt candy melts in separate bowls according to package instructions.
- Insert Sticks:
- Dip tip of each lollipop stick into melted candy, then insert into each cake ball. Chill for 10 minutes to set.
- Coat Cake Pops:
- Dip each cake pop in melted candy melts, coating completely. Tap gently to remove excess.
- Decorate Monsters:
- Before coating sets, decorate with candy eyes, sprinkles, and other decorations to create monster faces.
- Set Pops:
- Stand cake pops upright in a foam block or cake pop stand to set completely.
Save Decorating these cake pops as a family is always the highlight: everyone comes up with wild monster ideas and laughter fills the kitchen while we create our silly masterpieces together.
Required Tools
Mixing bowls, electric mixer, baking sheet, parchment paper, lollipop sticks, microwave-safe bowls, and a Styrofoam block or cake pop stand help make assembly easy and fun.
Allergen Information
Contains wheat (gluten), eggs, milk, and soy (from candy melts). Decorations may contain other allergens; check labels before use.
Nutritional Information
Per serving: Calories 185, Total Fat 7 g, Carbohydrates 28 g, Protein 2 g.
Save Enjoy each silly, bold treat and have fun inventing new monster designs with every batch.
Recipe Guide
- → How do I achieve vibrant monster colors?
Use assorted bright candy melts for dipping. Melt them separately to keep colors bold and distinct. Mix and match for variety!
- → Can I prepare the cake pops in advance?
Yes, store finished pops in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days—great for advance party prep.
- → What decorations work best for monster faces?
Try edible candy eyes, sprinkles, mini chocolate chips, licorice strings, or marshmallows to create fun facial features.
- → Can I make these pops gluten-free?
Absolutely! Substitute with a gluten-free cake mix and ensure all decorations are gluten-free by checking packaging labels.
- → What’s the best way to set the pops upright?
Use a Styrofoam block or dedicated cake pop stand to keep dipped pops upright while the coating sets completely.
- → Are there other flavor options for the cake?
Try chocolate, vanilla, or red velvet cake mix for variety in base flavor and color.