1batch pumpkin cakefrom a boxed mix, baked in a 9x13-inch pan
6ouncescream cheeseroom temperature
5tablespoonsunsalted buttersoftened
1tablespoonheavy cream
3cupsconfectioners' sugar
12ouncescandy meltswhite or milk chocolate
1/2teaspoonvegetable oil
Sprinklesoptional
Orange icingoptional
Instructions
Crumble the cooled cake into a bowl. In another bowl, beat the cream cheese, butter, heavy cream, and confectioners' sugar until light and fluffy.
Gently mix the frosting into the cake crumbs until the mixture holds together. Scoop and roll the mixture into 1 1/2-inch balls and arrange them on a parchment-lined tray.
Insert a lollipop stick halfway into each cake ball and place the cake pops in the freezer for 10-15 minutes until firm.
Melt candy melts and oil in a microwave-safe bowl, stirring every 30 seconds until smooth. Dip each cake ball into the melted candy, letting excess drip off. Decorate with sprinkles if desired.
Set the cake pops upright to allow the coating to harden. If using, draw decorative lines with the orange icing once the chocolate coating sets.