Easy Chocolate Cake Pops

Easy Chocolate Cake Pops

This chocolate cake pop recipe couldn’t be easier or more delicious, so grab your popsicle sticks and start not baking.

(Oh, and did we mention this is a no-bake cake pops recipe?)

These cake pops may look fancy, but they’re super easy to make and you can turn this into a fun family activity.

Chocolate Shakeology provides the creamy chocolatey flavor base, and for an extra chocolate kick, we dip these cake pops in melted chocolate. (!!)

If you’ve always wanted to learn how to make cake pops, this recipe is a great introduction to making these fun treats.

And don’t stop with this recipe. Try one (or all!) of these energy ball recipes — you can turn almost any no-bake energy ball recipe into an easy cake pop recipe!

Chocolate Shakeology Cake Pops on plate, Shakeology packet

Pro tips:

  • If you don’t have lollipop or cake pop sticks, you can use popsicle sticks, toothpicks, or whole cinnamon sticks. Or, make cake balls — no sticks required!
  • To decorate cake pops, immediately after dipping in chocolate dip them in finely chopped nuts, graham cracker crumbs, or finely chopped coconut flakes. Additional toppings will affect nutrition information.
  • Add festive color by placing finely chopped coconut flakes in a plastic bag with a drop or two of food coloring; massage between your fingertips until color is evenly distributed.
  • For a holiday treat, these can also be sprinkled with finely crushed peppermint candy — a little goes a long way.
  • Make an easy, DIY cake pop stand by poking small holes into the lid of a small cardboard box.

Chocolate Shakeology Cake Pops ingredients flat lay

Chocolate Shakeology Cake Pops on plate, Shakeology packet
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Easy Chocolate Cake Pops

These easy cake pops with Chocolate Shakeology are a delicious snack or fun dessert!

Course Dessert, Snack
Keyword Chocolate Shakeology
Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 0 mins
Total Time 15 mins
Servings 6 servings, 1 pop each
Calories 149 kcal

Ingredients

  • 2 scoops Chocolate Shakeology
  • 4 pitted dates
  • ¼ cup / 30 g almond flour
  • ¼ cup / 60 ml unsweetened almond milk
  • 6 lollipop sticks (see tip below for alternatives)
  • ¼ cup / 40 g semisweet (or dark) chocolate chips
  • 2 tsp. extra-virgin coconut oil

Instructions

  1. Combine Shakeology, dates, almond flour, and almond milk in a food processor; cover. Pulse until fine crumbs form, scraping down sides as needed.

  2. Shape mixture into six equal balls; insert a lollipop stick into the center of each, pressing the ball firmly around the stick. Set aside.

  3. Add chocolate chips and oil to a small microwave-safe bowl; microwave on high for 30 seconds. Stir, then microwave 30 seconds more if needed.

  4. Dip each cake ball into chocolate mixture to coat. Place into a cake pop stand (see tips below) or arrange on a plate lined with parchment paper; refrigerate until chocolate hardens, about 15 minutes. 

  5. Refrigerate in an airtight container for up to 3 days or freeze for up to 1 month. 

Recipe Notes

Gluten Free (GF), No Dairy (ND), Quick ‘n’ Easy (QE), Vegan (V), Vegetarian (VG) 

The Nutrition Facts box below provides estimated nutritional information for this recipe.*

The estimated nutritional information for this recipe is based on the U.S. vegan formulation of 0g Added Sugar Shakeology. Nutrition information may vary in other markets.*

*Total Sugars: 10 g, Added Sugars: 4 g, Added Sugars from Shakeology: 0 g

Nutrition Facts
Easy Chocolate Cake Pops
Amount Per Serving (1 pop)
Calories 149 Calories from Fat 63
% Daily Value*
Fat 7g11%
Saturated Fat 3g19%
Sodium 119mg5%
Carbohydrates 16g5%
Fiber 4g17%
Sugar 10g11%
Protein 7g14%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

Original Shakeology Formula

Estimated Nutritional Information (per serving): 

  • Calories: 155 
  • Total Fat: 6 g 
  • Saturated Fat: 3 g 
  • Cholesterol: 3 mg   
  • Sodium: 65 mg 
  • Carbohydrates: 19 g 
  • Fiber: 2 g 
  • Total Sugars: 12 g 
  • Added Sugars: 5 g 
  • Protein: 8 g 

Container Equivalents (Regular)
1 Yellow
2 tsp.

Container Equivalents (Vegan)
1 Yellow B
2 tsp.

2B Mindset Plate It!
Enjoy as an occasional treat. Be sure to track it.

Chocolate Shakeology Cake Pops lined up