The Story & Intro
If there’s one holiday treat that brings me right back to twinkling lights, cozy sweaters, and the sound of laughter echoing through the kitchen, it’s Sugar Cookie Peppermint Cake Pops. I still remember the first time I made them I was trying to recreate the magical peppermint desserts my grandmother used to make while adding my own playful, sugary twist. What started as a little experiment has now become one of my most requested winter sweets!
Bonjour my friends! 👋 I’m Lacamorea, a 31-year-old French girl who traded the cobblestone streets of Paris for the cozy kitchens of America 🇫🇷➡️🇺🇸. Ever since I could reach the countertop, I’ve been whisking, stirring, and sneaking tastes of cake batter when no one was looking 🍰😋. Cooking isn’t just my passion it’s my love language, my therapy, and my favorite way to make people smile.
So when I tell you these Sugar Cookie Peppermint Cake Pops are tiny balls of joy wrapped in chocolate and sprinkled with candy-cane magic, I truly mean it. They’re festive, adorable, extra nostalgic, and ridiculously delicious. Whether you’re making them for a classroom party, holiday potluck, cookie exchange, or just because you love the sparkle of peppermint season, this recipe will wrap you in the sweetest kind of comfort.
And the best part? You don’t need to be a pastry chef to create these beauties. Cake pops can look fancy, but trust me they’re simple, fun, and a little therapeutic. Like shaping edible snowballs!
You’ll find the flavor of Sugar Cookie Peppermint Cake Pops irresistible: soft sugar-cookie cake, creamy frosting, peppermint crunch, and a silky chocolate coating. They taste like Christmas wrapped in a lollipop stick. And once you try them, I have a feeling they’ll become part of your holiday traditions too.
⏱️ Time
| Step | Time |
|---|---|
| Prep | 20 minutes |
| Mixing & Rolling | 20 minutes |
| Chilling | 30 minutes |
| Dipping & Decorating | 30 minutes |
| Total Time | 1 hour 40 minutes |
🛒 Ingredients
For the Sugar Cookie Base
- 1 box sugar cookie cake mix (or vanilla cake mix)
- Ingredients required by the mix (usually eggs, oil, and water)
For the Peppermint Frosting
- 1/3 cup butter, softened
- 1 ¾ cups powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 tablespoon milk
- ½ teaspoon peppermint extract (adjust to taste)
For Coating & Decorating
- 2 cups white chocolate or vanilla melting wafers
- ½ cup crushed candy canes or peppermint candies
- Cake pop sticks
- Optional: red or green candy melts for drizzling
- Optional: festive sprinkles
👩🍳 Instructions
1. Bake the Sugar Cookie Cake
Prepare the sugar cookie cake mix according to the box instructions. Bake it in a 9×13 pan until golden, soft, and fragrant. Cool completely.
2. Crumble the Cake
Once cooled, break the cake into fine crumbs in a large mixing bowl. The texture should resemble soft sand.
3. Make the Peppermint Frosting
Cream the butter until fluffy, then mix in powdered sugar, vanilla, milk, and peppermint extract. Beat until smooth and silky.
4. Combine into a Dough
Add half the frosting to the cake crumbs and mix. Add more as needed until the mixture holds shape when pressed. It should feel like soft cookie dough.
5. Roll Into Balls
Scoop tablespoon-sized portions and roll into smooth cake balls. Place them on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
6. Chill the Cake Balls
Freeze for 15–20 minutes (or refrigerate for 30 minutes). This helps them stay firm during dipping.
7. Insert Sticks
Melt a small amount of chocolate. Dip the tip of each stick into the chocolate and press it halfway into each cake ball. Chill again for 10 minutes.
8. Dip the Cake Pops
Melt your white chocolate or candy melts until smooth. Gently dip each pop, letting excess drip off.
9. Decorate
Immediately sprinkle crushed peppermint or drizzle colored candy melts over the top. Place upright in a foam block or box to dry.
10. Serve and Enjoy
Once fully set, your Sugar Cookie Peppermint Cake Pops are ready to make someone smile! 🎄💕
Serving Suggestions
These charming cake pops are perfect for:
- Holiday dessert tables
- Classroom party treats
- Wrapping individually for edible gifts
- Christmas morning surprises
- Adding to hot cocoa bars
- Bringing to cookie swaps (they always disappear first!)
For an extra festive touch, wrap each pop in cellophane with a ribbon or place them upright in a holiday mug filled with sugar or peppermint candies.
Recipe Card (Printable Style)
🎄 Sugar Cookie Peppermint Cake Pops Recipe Card
⏱️ Time
Prep: 20 min
Chill: 30 min
Finish: 50 min
🛒 Ingredients
- 1 box sugar cookie cake mix
- Butter, powdered sugar, vanilla, milk
- Peppermint extract
- White chocolate or candy melts
- Crushed candy canes
👩🍳 Instructions
- Bake cake according to box. Cool and crumble.
- Mix frosting ingredients.
- Combine crumbs + frosting to form dough.
- Roll into balls and chill.
- Insert sticks.
- Dip in melted chocolate.
- Decorate with peppermint.
📝 Notes
- Add more frosting only if needed — too much makes pops too soft.
- For smoother dipping chocolate, add 1 tsp coconut oil.
- Freeze cake pops (undipped) for up to 2 months.
🍽️ Nutrition (per pop, approx.)
Calories: 130
Fat: 6g
Carbs: 18g
Sugar: 14g
Protein: 1g
Conclusion
There’s just something magical about these Sugar Cookie Peppermint Cake Pops the creamy sweetness of sugar cookie cake mixed with the cool sparkle of peppermint makes every bite feel like a holiday hug. I hope this recipe fills your kitchen with warmth, laughter, and maybe even a sprinkle of mischief… because who doesn’t sneak a bite or two while dipping cake pops?
Whether you’re making them for loved ones or treating yourself to a festive baking moment, these little pops of joy are guaranteed to brighten the season. From my French-American kitchen to yours — joyeux Noël and happy baking! 🎅✨
100-Word Story Version (as required)
I first learned to make Sugar Cookie Peppermint Cake Pops during a snowy December when I was craving something sweet, festive, and nostalgic. Bonjour my friends! I’m Lacamorea a French girl who left Paris for the heartwarming kitchens of America. Since childhood, I’ve loved whisking, stirring, and sneaking little tastes of batter. These cake pops combine everything I adore: sugar cookies, peppermint crunch, and the joy of creating treats that make people smile. They’re fun, cozy, and perfect for sharing. Every time I make them, it feels like a little holiday magic dancing in my kitchen.
