Description
Marshmallow Pops are delightful, fluffy bites that combine soft plant-based marshmallows with colorful, crunchy toppings and rich melted dark chocolate coated with a natural gelling agent. Perfect for quick snacks, party favors, or creative desserts, these easy-to-make treats are fun to customize and gift, offering a sweet, dreamy texture and vibrant appeal.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- Plant-based marshmallows – quantity as desired
- Sturdy wooden sticks
- Vegetable oil (natural) – for lightly coating hands and sticks
Coatings and Toppings
- Plant-based dark chocolate – melted, quantity as needed for dipping
- Natural gelling agent – small amount for coating consistency
- Colored sugar crystals or sprinkles (natural) – for topping
- Vegetarian Worcestershire sauce (natural) – optional splash for some coatings
- Grape juice (natural) – for soaking or flavor infusion (optional)
- Crushed roasted almonds or pistachios – for nutty crunch variation
- Toasted coconut flakes – for tropical twist
- Natural vanilla extract (natural) – dash, for tropical coating
- Freeze-dried berry crumbs – for fruity delight topping
- Ground cinnamon and cayenne – pinch each, for spiced sugar pop
- Plant-based white chocolate (optional) – for drizzle variation
Instructions
- Prepare Your Workspace: Line a baking sheet with parchment paper to place your Marshmallow Pops after dipping. Arrange dipping bowls and toppings nearby for easy access.
- Insert Wooden Sticks: Gently insert a sturdy wooden stick into each marshmallow, pushing until secure without piercing through to the other side.
- Melt the Coating: Using a double boiler or microwave-safe bowl, melt plant-based dark chocolate together with a small amount of natural gelling agent until smooth and glossy, stirring carefully.
- Dip Marshmallows: Hold each marshmallow by its stick and dip into the melted coating, swirling to cover all sides evenly. Let excess drip off gently.
- Add Toppings: While the coating is still wet, sprinkle colored sugar crystals, nuts, or coconut flakes over the marshmallows for extra flavor and texture.
- Set the Pops: Stand the decorated marshmallows upright on the parchment-lined tray. Allow to set at room temperature or in a cool place for 20-30 minutes until coating firms.
Notes
- Use fresh plant-based marshmallows and chocolate for best taste and texture.
- Keep melted coatings warm; rewarm gently if they begin to harden.
- Add toppings immediately after dipping to ensure they stick well.
- Store finished pops in a cool area, not refrigerated, to maintain softness.
- Try customizing coatings with grape juice-infused chocolate for unique flavors.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Appetizers
- Method: Baking
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 pop
- Calories: 90
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 25mg
- Fat: 3g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: Marshmallow Pops, plant-based dessert, easy treats, party snacks, customizable treats
