Sugar cookies and cake pops collide in this Lofthouse sugar cookie cake pops recipe. These soft-baked sugar cookies (Lofthouse sugar cookies) are blended in a mixer with cream cheese, rolled into balls, and dipped in colorful chocolate. They are satisfying cake balls made from store-bought sugar cookies. They are better than Starbucks cake pops, requiring minimal effort to make these cake ball treats.
If you are a fan of sugar cookies, then this recipe is right up your alley. TikTok had this sugar cookie cake pops recipe circling, and it picked up so much traffic. It is a shortcut to making cake pops!
You get that soft, fluffy center and the hard-coated chocolate on the outside. Perfect for a birthday bash or a weeknight dessert. You might want to check out my edible sugar cookie dough or even this list of tasty cake mix dessert recipes!
What Exactly Are These Sugar Cookie Bites?
These are Lofthouse sugar cookies blended with cream cheese and rolled into balls. You let the balls harden and then dip them in melted chocolate. This is a fun twist on a cake pop.
Why We Love This Cookie Pop Recipe
- Quick and easy prep. It takes no time to whip up and have them ready. You buy premade Lofthouse cookies for the base of these cookie pops.
- It’s a fun twist for those who don’t love cake. This delicious cookie-based dessert is the perfect sweet treats for holiday parties, events, birthday parties, etc.
- No baking is required in these sugar cookie balls.
- You only need three simple ingredients—four if you count sprinkles. For a perfect truffle, go for a classic rainbow or opt for festive sprinkles to fit a theme.
- It is affordable to make, and the cost is much less than going to your favorite coffee shop and buying cake pops.
Ingredients Needed
Cookies—Head to the store and buy Lofthouse soft-baked sugar cookies for this recipe. It is important that they are soft-baked cookies.
Cream Cheese—Choose cream cheese that has been softened to room temperature. This will give the dough the perfect texture for rolling into balls.
Candy Melts—You can Pick any color of candy melts to create the perfect brightly colored candy coating to dip the balls in. The melted candy coating can be any color you want. Or opt for melted chocolate if you prefer it over candy melts: white chocolate, almond bark, or even chocolate chips that are melted. Add a little coconut oil to help the chocolate harden up.
Sprinkles—The sprinkles on top are optional, but we love the festive party vibe they give off.
Helpful supplies
- Cookie Sheet
- Parchment Paper
- Stand Mixer
- Small Cookie Scoop
- Lollipop Stick
How to Make
The printable recipe card contains full steps and measurements. This is a quick walk-through for readers to see how the sugar cookie bites are made.
- You will add your sugar cookies and the cream cheese to a mixer.
- Cream together until it is thoroughly mixed.
- Next, use a cookie scoop to roll the dough into balls. Then, place the balls on a prepared baking sheet.
- Freeze the cookie balls for 20-30 minutes to harden the balls.
- Melt your chocolate as directed on the package.
- Place your stick in the chocolate, getting the tip dipped. Then, stick it into the cookie ball and freeze for 20 minutes.
- Now, melt more chocolate and dip the cookie balls fully into it, coating them to the stick.
- While the chocolate is wet, add sprinkles if you desire.
Expert Tip: If you do not want to use sticks, skip the step to add them and make them into sugar cookie truffles.
Storing
Refrigerate—You should refrigerate the cookie ball bites in a sealed container in the fridge. The balls will last 4-5 days in the fridge, drying out a bit with each day.
Freezing—You are welcome to freeze any sugar cookie bites you do not eat. Place them in a freezer container and freeze for up to 6-8 weeks. Then, thaw them in the fridge overnight before eating them.
Pro Tips And Variations
- Use different sugar cookies. Depending on the season, you can buy flavors like chocolate, key lime, etc.
- When dipping the cookie balls into chocolate, any color of melted chocolate or candy melts works. Have fun and get creative if necessary.
- Decorate with a drizzle of chocolate or top with decorations of choice, and omit sprinkles.
- Freezing the stick into the ball before dipping will help ensure it won’t fall off the stick as you dip it into the chocolate.
- Make sure to use a cookie scoop, as it will help to create evenly-sized cookie balls.
- Another option is not to use the sticks. Instead, roll in chocolate and let it dry on a parchment-lined tray.
FAQs
Can I use homemade sugar cookies?
You can use homemade sugar cookies instead of the Lofthouse style. The biggest thing is that if you don’t have a soft-baked cookie, it can easily be a bit too dry. But the cookies have to be soft-baked.
Do I need a double boiler for melting chocolate?
The package of chocolate candy wafers shows how to melt the chocolate in a double boiler and how to melt it in the microwave. You can use either method.
More No Bake Desserts
Are you craving more sweets? Here are a few more of our favorite no-bake dessert recipes.
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Lofthouse Sugar Cookie Cake Pops
Ingredients
- 12 sugar cookies iced
- 1 package cream cheese softened
- 8 ounces chocolate any color
- sprinkles optional
Instructions
- Mix together the softened cream cheese, and sugar cookies in a stand mixture until combined.
- Roll dough into balls. Place the cookie dough bites in the freezer for 20 minutes.
- Melt 1/4 cup of chocolate and dip the sticks into melted chocolate. Then stick into cookie dough ball. Freeze for 20 minutes.
- Dip each sugar cookie bite into melted chocolate and add sprinkles right away. Let set up and serve.
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