
These Monster Marshmallow Pops are a fun and festive Halloween-themed dessert that kids and adults alike will enjoy. Made with marshmallows, chocolate, and colorful decorations, they are perfect for parties or as a sweet treat during the spooky season.
This recipe is simple and allows for creativity, making it an excellent choice for anyone looking for Halloween recipe ideas. You can customize the monster faces with different candies and toppings to make each pop unique.
Easy Halloween Monster Marshmallow Pops
These delightful Monster Marshmallow Pops are made by dipping marshmallows in melted chocolate and decorating them to resemble friendly monsters. The recipe takes about 30 minutes to prepare and can serve 12 pops, making it a great addition to your Halloween-themed dessert ideas.
Ingredients
- 12 large marshmallows
- 1 cup chocolate chips (milk or dark)
- 12 lollipop sticks or skewers
- Assorted candies for decoration (e.g., candy eyes, sprinkles, gummy worms)
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil (optional, for thinning chocolate)
- Wax paper for cooling
Instructions
- Prepare the Work Area: Line a baking sheet with wax paper to place the finished pops on.
- Melt the Chocolate: In a microwave-safe bowl, melt the chocolate chips in 30-second intervals, stirring in between until smooth. If desired, add vegetable oil to thin the chocolate for easier dipping.
- Assemble the Pops: Insert a lollipop stick into each marshmallow, about halfway through. Dip each marshmallow into the melted chocolate, allowing excess chocolate to drip off.
- Decorate: While the chocolate is still wet, use assorted candies to create monster faces. Attach candy eyes, sprinkle on colorful decorations, or add gummy worms for fun effects.
- Cool: Place the decorated marshmallow pops on the prepared baking sheet and let them cool until the chocolate hardens.
- Serve: Once set, arrange the Monster Marshmallow Pops on a platter and enjoy your spooky Halloween treat!
Cook and Prep Times
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
Nutrition Information
- Servings: 12 pops
- Calories: 120kcal per pop
- Fat: 6g
- Protein: 1g
- Carbohydrates: 16g