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Cute Marshmallow Pops

Marshmallow Pops
I've been making these marshmallow pops for parties for years and I have figured out a couple of helpful hints to make it an easier process. I'm not a marshmallow fan but I think they look pretty in an arrangement. They are super cute for Valentine's Day and the kiddos say they are awesome! 💕
Ingredients:
1 bag Wilton Candy Melts (12 oz bag)
30 lollipop sticks
30 large marshmallows (I did not use the jumbo size)
Sprinkles, coconut, chopped nuts, small candies
Food coloring optional
Directions:
  • Melt the candy chips using a double boiler on the stove. Fill a medium size pan halfway with water and place a glass bowl on top. Heat over medium heat and make sure the water doesn't touch the bottom of the bowl or it'll get too hot. You can also melt the chips in the microwave in 30 second increments.
  • Once the chips are melted, dip an end of the lollipop stick into the chip mixture about 1/2 inch then push it into the end of a marshmallow, almost to the end. Repeat until you have the number of pops you want. This helps the marshmallow stick to the lollipop stick.
  • Place these in the freezer for 10 minutes.
  • Remove pan and bowl from stove. It's easier if you keep the chips melted and warm but not hot.
  • Remove the marshmallow pops from the freezer and dip each one into the melted chips. Gently tap the pop on the side of the bowl so the excess chocolate drips off. If you skip this step your decorations will drip off the pop. Don't ask me how I know this! 😆
  • Hold the dipped pop over parchment paper to decorate with sprinkles, roll in coconut or nuts or the use the decorations of your choice.
  • I used a flower vase and cut some floral foam to fit over the opening to display the pretty pops.
  • I cut a piece of foil large enough to cover the foam.
  • Carefully push each lollipop stick into the foam.
  • Let pops dry for a few hours and loosely cover with cellophane or plastic wrap. I usually make these  one day before the party.
  • Pour sprinkles or candies over the top of the foil to add the finishing touch. 
  • Have fun and enjoy!
Love and peace,
Tammi
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