Learn how to make irresistible brownie cake pops with this easy recipe! Transform fudgy boxed mix into decadent chocolate-dipped treats perfect for parties, bake sales, or family dessert. Simple steps, make-ahead friendly, and customizable!
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These fudgy brownie cake pops take the rich, chocolatey goodness of traditional brownies and transform them into perfectly portioned treats that are as fun to make as they are to eat.
Starting with a boxed brownie mix means you can whip these up even on your busiest days, while the customizable toppings let you adapt them for any occasion—from rainbow sprinkles for birthday celebrations to seasonal colors for holiday gatherings.
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Why You’ll Love This Brownie Cake Pop Recipe
- No Special Equipment Required: Unlike traditional cake pops that require crumbling cake and mixing with frosting, these brownie pops hold together beautifully on their own, eliminating extra steps and ingredients.
- Make-Ahead Friendly: These pops can be prepared days in advance and stored in the refrigerator, making them perfect for planned gatherings or unexpected visitors.
- Kid-Approved Process: Little hands can help roll the brownie balls and add sprinkles, creating a fun family baking activity that builds memories along with treats.
- Customizable for Any Occasion: Switch up the chocolate coating or sprinkles to match any theme — think orange and black for Halloween, red and green for Christmas, or team colors for game day celebrations.
- Perfect Portion Control: Each pop delivers just the right amount of chocolatey indulgence, satisfying sweet cravings without the temptation of cutting “just a little more” from a pan of brownies.
🍽️ Quick and easy fudgy brownies are always a great choice for a last minute dessert or a fun snack, even for a bake sale!
Recipe Ingredients
- Family-size fudgy brownie mix — or make fantastic from scratch fudgy brownies!
- Dove Silky Smooth Dark Chocolate
- Shortening
- Sprinkles
- Lollipop sticks
See the recipe card below for full information on ingredients and quantities.
How To Make Brownie Cake Pops
Step 1: Preheat oven to 350°. Prepare brownies as directed on box, using the recommended oil, water and eggs for fudgy brownies. Pour batter in to a 9×9 pan sprayed with non-stick cooking spray. Bake 28–30 minutes until edges are firm and middle is set. Allow to cool for at least one hour.
Step 3: Remove cooled brownies from the pan and trim off the edges. Crumble the remainder of the baked brownies in to a large bowl.
Use a 1 ½-inch cookie scoop to scoop brownies in to balls. Use your hands to smooth out the balls and place on a baking sheet lined with waxed paper, parchment paper or a Silpat. Insert a lollipop stick in to each brownie ball. Freeze at least 2 hours.
Step 3: In a microwave safe dish, heat Dove chocolate and shortening on 50% power for 1 minute; stir. Continue microwaving and stirring in 30-second intervals on 50% power until melted and smooth.
Step 4: Dip a pop in to the melted chocolate. If necessary, use a spoon to completely coat the pop with chocolate, then remove it letting the excess chocolate drip back into the bowl. Place on prepared baking tray.
Scatter sprinkles on the top of the pop while the chocolate is still wet. Repeat with remaining pops. If the chocolate starts to get thick as it cools down, just microwave for 15 seconds. Put the baking tray in to the fridge until ready to serve.
Recipe FAQs
Absolutely! If you have a favorite fudgy brownie recipe, feel free to substitute it. Just make sure your brownies are moist and fudgy rather than cakey, as this helps them hold together better when rolled into balls.
Freezing is crucial as it firms up the brownie balls, making them much easier to dip without falling apart. The cold brownie also helps the chocolate coating set more quickly and evenly.
Definitely! While the recipe calls for Dove dark chocolate, you can experiment with milk chocolate, white chocolate, or even colored candy melts for themed occasions.
When stored properly in an airtight container, these treats will keep in the refrigerator for up to one week. You can also freeze the undipped brownie balls for up to three months.
Expert Tips
- Trim Those Edges Generously: Don’t be shy about cutting away the crusty edges of your brownies. The softer center portions create the smoothest, most cohesive cake pop texture.
- Chill Between Steps: If your kitchen is warm or you notice the brownie balls becoming soft while working, pop them back in the freezer for 10 minutes before continuing with the dipping process.
- Double-Dip Technique: For an extra-thick chocolate shell, let the first coating set for about 30 seconds, then dip again for a professional-looking finish that’s less likely to crack.
- Stick Strategy: Insert the lollipop sticks about halfway into each brownie ball for the best stability. If you’re struggling with loose sticks, dip the end of each stick in melted chocolate before inserting it into the brownie ball.
More Party Perfect Brownies To Try
These fun, easy-to-make treats would be perfect to serve at your next summer get together. I hope you’ll give them a try!
- Fudgy Brownies: A classic dessert that is gooey and utterly irresistible!
- Homemade Cosmic Brownies: If you like Cosmic brownies, you’re going to love these frosted brownies.
- S’mores Brookie Brownie Bowls: A brownie + cookie swirled together in one delicious dessert!
More Brownie Recipes to Consider
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Fudgy Brownie Cake Pops
Ingredients
- 1 box family-size fudgy brownie mix
- 1 bag 9.5 oz Dove Silky Smooth Dark Chocolate
- 2 teaspoons shortening
- Lollipop sticks
- Sprinkles
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°. Prepare brownies as directed on box, using the recommended oil, water and eggs for fudgy brownies. Pour batter in to a 9×9 pan sprayed with non-stick cooking spray. Bake 28–30 minutes until edges are firm and middle is set. Allow to cool for at least one hour.
- Remove cooled brownies from the pan and trim off the edges. Discard edges or reserve for another use.
- Crumble the remainder of the baked brownies in to a large bowl. Use a 1 ½-inch cookie scoop to scoop brownies in to balls. Use your hands to smooth out the balls and place on a baking sheet lined with waxed paper, parchment paper or a Silpat. Insert a lollipop stick in to each brownie ball. Freeze at least 2 hours.
- In a microwave safe dish, heat Dove chocolate and shortening on 50% power for 1 minute; stir. Continue microwaving and stirring in 30-second intervals on 50% power until melted and smooth.
- Dip a pop in to the melted chocolate. If necessary, use a spoon to completely coat the pop with chocolate, then remove it letting the excess chocolate drip back into the bowl. Place on prepared baking tray. Scatter sprinkles on the top of the pop while the chocolate is still wet. Repeat with remaining pops. If the chocolate starts to get thick as it cools down, just microwave for 15 seconds.
- Put the baking tray in to the fridge until ready to serve.
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Notes
- If you are at a high altitude, add 2 tablespoons flour to the brownie mix.
- Save the brownie edges in a freezer bag and use them in an ice cream sundae later!
- For a stunning display, use a block of floral foam covered with tissue paper as a serving stand, allowing each pop to stand upright for a beautiful dessert table centerpiece.
- For an extra-thick chocolate shell, let the first coating set for about 30 seconds, then dip again for a professional-looking finish that’s less likely to crack.
Michelle
Hi can you mix a bit of cream cheese frosting with baked brownies crumbs like they do with cake pops? or is the brownies moist enough. Thanks
Barbara Schieving
Hi Michelle – the brownies are moist enough that they don’t need frosting.
Carol
I can’t find a family size brownie box in my area. Can you tell me how many ounces it is so I can convert?
Thank you!
Barbara Schieving
Hi Carol – 18.4 ounces. Enjoy!
Barbara
Was planning a birthday party. Could these be made ahead and frozen or will they keep (hidden) in refrigerator for a few days
Barbara Schieving
Hi Barbara – I’m not sure the chocolate would freeze well, but you could make the brownie pops and freeze them, and then dip them a day before the party.
Barbara
Thank you for the quick response. Will be making these for my Mom’s 90th birthday party Sat. I think it will be a hit!
Barbara Schieving
Wow 90th – that’s impressive! Have fun!
Marcie
Approximately how many pops does one box of batter make?
Barbara Schieving
Hi Marcie – it will make about a dozen brownie cake pops.
big bob
Like to make my gifts,can these brownie pops be mailed without melting ?
Barbara Schieving
I’m sure you could mail them without them melting, but it would depend on where you’re mailing them to, how you package them, etc. Mailing treats isn’t my specialty. 🙂
Norma
just a stupid question–you say to use shortening with the dove candies while melting–are you talking about solid shortening or liquid shortening in the bottle?>
Barbara Schieving
Hi Norma – not a stupid question. Yes, I used solid shortening.
Michelle { A Latte Food }
Dark chocolate is my absolute favorite! And paired with brownies in a cute package? Incredible! Love it 🙂
Erin @ The Spiffy Cookie
Well arn’t these dangerous little morsels? Love!
Jane Maynard
these look amazing! and, also, i love Dove chocolate. we’ve started using Dove chocolate bars for our s’mores and it’s infinitely more delicious!
My Inner Chick
OH, MYYYY,
you had me on DOVE Chocolate, Barbara.
These brownie pops are fabulous. x
Jessica @ Sweet Menu
I love these! Such a great idea for a party. Awesome way to eat a brownie!
Zully H.
Haha, I’d most definitely nibble on the brownie crust while preparing these. I’ve never seen rainbow chips, I’ll have to find those for cakes and cookies 🙂 and I’ll be trying these pops or a variation soon.
Thalia @ butter and brioche
these are just the cutest cake pops i have ever seen.. love it. definitely craving one now!
Angie (@angiesrecipess)
What a fun idea! These pops look fantastic, Barbara.
Maureen | Orgasmic Chef
Oh Barbara, the edges of the brownies are ALWAYS for the baker. right?? I am not usually fond of cake pops because there’s too much icing but these are perfect!!
Melissa @ My Recent Favorite books
I love these! Such a cute idea! =)
Angelyn @ Everyday Desserts
I’m so craving a brownie now! These look perfect!
PassTheKnife
These are so fun! I like to make homemade brownies, but when I’m short on time I go for the Ghiradelli dark chocolate boxed brownies, they are so chocolatey!
Rosa
Pretty and delicious! Great party food.
Cheers,
Rosa
Maria
Too cute! I want to eat a dozen!