Bake a cake mix according to the package directions
Let the cake cool completely
Crumble the cooled cake into fine crumbs
Add frosting a little at a time
Mix until the crumbs hold together like dough
Roll the mixture into small balls
Place the balls on a lined baking sheet
Chill the cake balls in the refrigerator or freezer until firm
Melt candy coating or chocolate
Dip the tip of each cake pop stick into the melted coating
Insert the stick into each cake ball
Dip each cake pop into the melted coating
Tap off excess coating
Add sprinkles or decorations before the coating sets
Stand the cake pops upright until dry
Store in an airtight container once set