Marshmallow Pops Recipe

This Marshmallow Pops recipe is an easy and fun no-bake treat, which uses fluffy marshmallows and rich melted chocolate. It’s the perfect party treat, ready in minutes and easy to customize for any occasion.

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Marshmallow Pops Ingredients

A simple list for a fun, creative, and endlessly customizable treat.

36 Regular Sized Marshmallows
2 cups Milk Chocolate Chips or Chocolate Melting Wafers
1 tsp. Coconut Oil or Vegetable Oil
12 paper straws or lollipop sticks

Optional Fillings:

Peanut Butter
Caramel Sauce
Nutella

Optional Toppings:

Chopped Hazelnuts or other nuts
Rainbow or festive sprinkles
Crushed cookies or pretzels

How To Make Marshmallow Pops

A step-by-step guide to these wonderfully simple and fun no-bake treats.

Melt the Chocolate: Place the chocolate chips or melting wafers in a microwave-safe bowl. Microwave at 50% power in 30-second intervals, stirring after each, until the chocolate is completely melted and smooth. Stir in the oil to make it smooth and glossy.
Assemble the Marshmallow Pops: Slide three marshmallows onto each paper straw or lollipop stick. If you’re adding a filling, use a small spatula to spread a little peanut butter, caramel, or Nutella between the marshmallows as you stack them.
Dip in Chocolate: Holding the stick, dip or use a spoon to coat the marshmallow pop in the melted chocolate. Gently tap the stick against the side of the bowl to let any excess chocolate drip off.
Decorate and Set: While the chocolate is still wet, immediately sprinkle your desired toppings, like chopped nuts or sprinkles, over the pop. Place the finished pop on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper to set. Let them sit at room temperature until the chocolate is completely firm.

Recipe Tips

For perfect, professional-looking marshmallow pops every time.

How to get a smooth chocolate coating? Using chocolate melting wafers (like Ghirardelli or Wilton) is the easiest way to get a perfectly smooth, quick-setting shell. If you’re using regular chocolate chips, adding the teaspoon of coconut oil is a crucial step that helps the chocolate melt smoothly and harden with a nice shine.
How to keep the pops from getting a flat side? To get a perfectly round finish, instead of laying the pops on a baking sheet, you can stand them up to dry. A block of styrofoam or a cardboard box with small holes poked in it works perfectly for this.
Can I make these ahead of time? Yes, these are a fantastic make-ahead party treat! You can make them up to 2-3 days in advance. Once the chocolate is completely set, store them in an airtight container at a cool room temperature.
What’s the easiest way to coat the marshmallows? Pouring the melted chocolate into a tall, narrow drinking glass makes dipping much easier and less messy than using a wide bowl.

What To Serve With Marshmallow Pops

This festive treat is a star on its own.

These fun and colorful pops are a perfect addition to any dessert table or party spread. They are fantastic for:

Kids’ birthday parties
Holiday dessert platters
Bake sales
As a fun, edible party favor

How To Store Marshmallow Pops

Keeping your delicious creations fresh.

Room Temperature: Once the chocolate has completely set, store the marshmallow pops in an airtight container at a cool room temperature. They will stay fresh for up to a week. Avoid storing them in the refrigerator, as this can cause the chocolate to “sweat.”

Marshmallow Pops Nutrition Facts

An estimated guide per pop (plain).

Calories: 180 kcal
Carbohydrates: 25 g
Protein: 1 g
Fat: 9 g

Nutrition information is estimated and will vary based on fillings and toppings used.

FAQs

Can I use a different type of chocolate?

Yes, absolutely! White chocolate, dark chocolate, or even butterscotch or peanut butter chips would all be delicious for coating the marshmallows.

Why did my chocolate seize and get clumpy?

This happens when chocolate gets overheated or if even a tiny drop of water gets into it. When melting in the microwave, always use a lower power setting and short intervals, and make sure your bowl and utensils are completely dry.

Are these easy for kids to make?

Yes, this is a perfect recipe for kids! They can help with assembling the marshmallows on the sticks, choosing the toppings, and sprinkling them on after an adult has done the dipping in the hot chocolate.

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Recipe by MarryCourse: DessertCuisine: AmericanDifficulty: Easy

Servings

servings

Prep time

minutes

Cooking time

minutes

Calories

180

kcal

An incredibly easy, no-bake recipe for fun and festive chocolate-covered marshmallow pops. Perfect for parties, they are endlessly customizable with your favorite fillings and toppings.

Ingredients

36 Regular Sized Marshmallows
2 cups Milk Chocolate Chips or Melting Wafers
1 tsp. Coconut Oil or Vegetable Oil
12 paper straws or lollipop sticks
Optional: Fillings like Nutella or peanut butter; toppings like sprinkles or chopped nuts.

Directions

In a microwave-safe bowl, melt the chocolate and oil together at 50% power in 30-second intervals, stirring in between, until smooth.
Slide three marshmallows onto each straw. If using a filling, spread a little between each marshmallow as you stack them.
Dip each marshmallow pop into the melted chocolate, using a spoon to ensure it’s fully coated. Let the excess drip off.
Immediately sprinkle with your desired toppings.
Place the finished pops on a parchment-lined baking sheet or stand them upright in a styrofoam block.
Let them sit at room temperature for about 30 minutes, or until the chocolate is completely firm.

Notes

Using chocolate melting wafers will give you the smoothest and easiest-to-work-with coating that sets up quickly and hard.
Have all your toppings prepped in small bowls before you start dipping, as you need to decorate the pops while the chocolate is still wet.
This is a perfect activity for a kids’ party—let them choose their own toppings to decorate their pop!