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Easy Christmas Marshmallow Pops Recipe

Christmas Marshmallow Pops

Cute and festive treats made by dipping marshmallows in chocolate and decorating them for the holidays. Perfect for parties or as a fun activity.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 12 pops
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 100
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 12 pieces large marshmallows Easily holdable and dipable.
  • 12 pieces lollipop sticks or sturdy paper straws For holding marshmallows.
  • 1 cup melted chocolate or candy melts Candy melts recommended for easy dipping.
  • 1 cup sprinkles, crushed candy canes, mini chocolate chips, or sanding sugar For decorating.
  • 1 sheet parchment paper For setting the dipped marshmallows.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Dip the tip of each lollipop stick into melted chocolate and then insert it into a marshmallow.
  2. Chill the marshmallow sticks in the refrigerator for 10 minutes.
  3. Prepare the melting chocolate in a tall cup using short microwave bursts, stirring until smooth.
Dipping and Decorating
  1. Dip each marshmallow into the melted chocolate, then gently tap the stick against the cup to remove excess chocolate.
  2. Immediately add sprinkles or decorations on top while the chocolate is still wet.
  3. Place the decorated marshmallows upright in a cup of rice or on parchment paper to set until completely dry.

Notes

You can make these marshmallow pops 2 to 3 days ahead of time. Store them in an airtight container at cool room temperature after they have set completely.