Description
Marshmallow Pops are a delightful treat featuring regular-sized marshmallows dipped in smooth, melted milk chocolate and optionally filled with creamy peanut butter, caramel sauce, or Nutella. Finished with a variety of toppings such as chopped hazelnuts or colorful sprinkles, these sweet pops are perfect for parties, holidays, or a fun snack inspired by theme park favorites.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients
- 2 cups Milk Chocolate Chips or Chocolate Melting Wafers
- 1 tsp Oil
- 36 Regular Sized Marshmallows
Optional Fillings
- Peanut Butter
- Caramel Sauce
- Nutella
Optional Toppings
- Chopped Hazelnuts
- Sprinkles
Instructions
- Prepare the Marshmallows: If adding fillings, make a small slit in each marshmallow and carefully insert a small amount of peanut butter, caramel sauce, or Nutella inside. Set aside.
- Melt the Chocolate: In a microwave-safe bowl or using a double boiler, combine the milk chocolate chips or melting wafers with 1 tsp of oil. Heat gradually and stir frequently until the chocolate is completely melted and smooth.
- Assemble the Pops: Insert sticks into the marshmallows to create pops. Dip each marshmallow pop into the melted chocolate, ensuring it is fully coated.
- Add Toppings: While the chocolate coating is still wet, sprinkle chopped hazelnuts, sprinkles, or any preferred topping on the sticks to adhere.
- Set the Pops: Place the marshmallow pops upright in a styrofoam block or a lined tray so the chocolate can set without smudging. Refrigerate or let them sit at room temperature for about 30 minutes or until the chocolate hardens.
- Serve and Enjoy: Once the chocolate is firm, the marshmallow pops are ready to serve. Enjoy these fun and sweet treats at your next gathering or as a homemade candy delight.
Notes
- I’ve been to a few theme parks, and this is one of the treats they sell in their confectionary stores: marshmallow pops.
- Adding optional fillings such as peanut butter, caramel, or Nutella adds a rich flavor contrast to the sweet marshmallow and chocolate coating.
- Use oil sparingly to prevent the chocolate from becoming too thin; about 1 tsp is sufficient.
- For easy setting, chill the pops in the refrigerator after dipping for quicker hardening.
- Customize the toppings to your preference for variety and presentation appeal.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 marshmallow pop
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 15mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 5mg
