Description
Delightful and fun to make, these Chocolate-Covered Marshmallow Pops are perfect for a sweet treat that kids and adults alike will enjoy. Marshmallows are dipped in melted chocolate and then decorated with sprinkles or other toppings, making them an irresistible party or holiday snack.
Ingredients
Scale
Marshmallows
- 20 large marshmallows, store bought or homemade
Chocolate Coating
- 1 10-ounce bag chocolate candy melts (milk, white, or dark chocolate)
Additional
- Lollipop sticks
- Sprinkles or other decorative toppings of choice
Instructions
- Melt the Chocolate: Place the chocolate candy melts in a microwave-safe bowl and heat on 50% power for 1 minute. Stir well to ensure even melting. Continue heating at 50% power in 30-second intervals, stirring between each, until the chocolate is completely melted and smooth. Take care not to overheat, as this can cause the chocolate to seize and become unworkable.
- Prepare the Marshmallows: Insert a lollipop stick firmly into the center of one flat side of each marshmallow, ensuring it doesn’t pierce through the other side. This will allow you to hold the marshmallow securely while dipping.
- Set Up Decorations and Workspace: Arrange sprinkles and other toppings in small bowls nearby for easy access. Line a sheet pan with waxed paper or prepare a block of styrofoam or florist’s foam to hold the pops upright while the chocolate sets.
- Dip and Decorate: Dip the marshmallow tops into the melted chocolate, letting any excess drip back into the bowl. Wait about 10 seconds to allow the chocolate to slightly set, then sprinkle the toppings using your hands or a spoon to cover the chocolate coating evenly.
- Allow Chocolate to Set: Insert the finished pops into the styrofoam block or place them on the wax paper-lined sheet pan, stick side up. Allow them to sit at room temperature for about 30 minutes until the chocolate fully hardens.
Notes
- This activity is ideal for family fun and is a great way to involve kids in the kitchen.
- You can customize toppings based on preference—sprinkles, crushed nuts, or edible glitter all work well.
- Use different types of chocolate candy melts to create colorful and varied pops.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 pops
- Calories: 27
- Sugar: 4.6 g
- Sodium: 6.4 mg
- Fat: 0.3 g
- Saturated Fat: 0.3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 6.3 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 0.2 g
- Cholesterol: 0.1 mg
