Save Fun, festive marshmallow pops that are quick to make&perfect for holiday parties, gifts, or a cheerful winter treat.
This recipe brings back fond memories of making sweet treats with family during the holidays
Ingredients
- Marshmallows: 30 large marshmallows (3 per pop)
- Decoration & Assembly: 200 g white chocolate or candy melts 10 lollipop sticks 40 g dark chocolate (for faces and buttons) 10 orange candy-coated chocolate chips or orange sprinkles (for noses) 10 red or green candy belts or licorice strings (for scarves) Sprinkles mini chocolate chips or edible markers (optional for extra decoration)
Instructions
- Step 1:
- Thread three marshmallows onto each lollipop stick to form the snowman body.
- Step 2:
- Melt the white chocolate or candy melts in a microwave-safe bowl stirring every 30 seconds until smooth.
- Step 3:
- Dip each marshmallow pop into the melted chocolate coating completely. Tap gently to remove excess.
- Step 4:
- Place the coated pops upright in a foam block or lay on parchment paper to set.
- Step 5:
- Melt dark chocolate and transfer to a piping bag or use an edible marker. Pipe or draw eyes mouth and buttons onto each snowman.
- Step 6:
- Attach an orange candy or sprinkle as a nose using a dab of melted chocolate.
- Step 7:
- Tie a candy belt or licorice string around the neck between marshmallows as a scarf.
- Step 8:
- Allow to set fully before serving or wrapping.
Save Our family loves gathering around to decorate these marshmallow pops together each holiday season
Notes
For variety dip in colored candy melts or add coconut flakes for a snowy effect
Required Tools
Lollipop sticks microwave-safe bowl parchment paper or foam block piping bag or edible marker
Allergen Information
Contains dairy (white chocolate) soy (chocolate) and may contain gluten (depending on candy belts). Check all candy ingredients for allergens such as nuts gluten or artificial dyes.
Save These marshmallow pops make a delightful addition to any holiday celebration
Recipe FAQ
- → What chocolate works best for coating marshmallows?
White chocolate or candy melts melt smoothly and create a solid coating ideal for decorating marshmallow pops.
- → How do I make the snowman features?
Melt dark chocolate and use a piping bag or edible marker to create eyes, mouth, and buttons on the marshmallows.
- → Can I customize the decoration colors?
Yes, using colored candy melts or adding coconut flakes can enhance the snowy effect and add variety.
- → How long does it take for the coating to set?
It typically takes a few minutes to fully set when placed upright on parchment or foam blocks.
- → Are there allergy considerations to keep in mind?
Be aware that white chocolate contains dairy, dark chocolate contains soy, and some candy belts may have gluten or nuts.