Crumble the cooled cake into fine crumbs in a large bowl, creating a soft, sandy texture that smells sweet and inviting.
Mix in the softened cream cheese or buttercream until well combined, forming a moist dough that holds together when pressed.
Shape the mixture into small, even balls about the size of a walnut, then place them on a parchment-lined baking sheet and chill for at least 30 minutes until firm.
Melt the chocolate melts in a small bowl over low heat or in short bursts in the microwave, stirring until smooth and glossy, with a gentle bubbling sound.
Insert a lollipop stick into each chilled cake ball, pressing it about halfway through to make a sturdy handle, and return to the fridge if needed.
Dip each cake pop into the melted chocolate, slowly rotating to fully coat, then gently tap off excess coating for a smooth, shiny shell.
Decorate the coated pops with spooky colors, sprinkles, or edible details using gels and decorating tools, adding eyes or glitter for fun effects.
Place the decorated cake pops upright on a parchment-lined tray to set completely, which takes about 15-20 minutes.
Once set, enjoy these adorable, festive treats that feature a soft interior and a crisp, chocolate coating—perfect for spooky celebrations!
