DIY: Marshmallow Treat Pops
categories: DIY, food presentation, think pink
Several people have asked about the marshmallow pops pictured in the Pink Ribbon Tree Centerpiece DIY (posted earlier today) – so here are the details on how to make these fun – and SUPER easy! – little treats, as well as the display tray pictured above.
I first discovered the marshmallow pop idea on Kim’s Lollipop Party feature. She used chocolate and rainbow sprinkles on her marshmallows to mimic the look of Bakerella’s adorable cupcake pops… a genius shortcut, especially when you’re pressed for time!
Here are the DIY details:
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For the Pink Marshmallow Pops:
You’ll need:
marshmallows
pink Candy Melts
pink M&M’s (or similar)
white nonpareils
lollipop sticks
Directions:
1. Insert the lollipop sticks into the marshmallows & set aside.
2. Melt the candy in the microwave, according to package instructions.
3. Dip each marshmallow (with stick) into the melted candy, until about ½ of the marshmallow is coated.
4. Sprinkle with nonpareils and top with a pink M&M while candy coating is still warm.
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For the Presentation/Display:
You’ll need:
craft styrofoam sheet – approx 1″ thick
shallow vase/container (such as the 6.75″ ceramic dish used here)
decorative pink ribbon
pink rhinestones (optional)
Directions:
1. Measure your vase/container, and cut a piece of the styrofoam sheet to match.
2. Place the styrofoam piece in the container. (If the fit is not snug, add smaller pieces of styrofoam to close up any gaps.)
3. Pour pink M&Ms (or other candies) on top of the styrofoam until it’s completely covered.
4. Insert the finished marshmallow pops into the styrofoam, in neat rows.
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Shopping Resources:
• styrofoam sheets, pink Candy Melts, pink M&Ms, white nonpareils, lollipop sticks, ribbon, & pink rhinestones – ALL from Michaels
• 6.75″ White Ceramic Low Dish – Wholesale Flowers
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*These pink marshmallow pops are actually part of a larger Pink Dessert Buffet we shot a couple weeks ago in honor of National Breast Cancer Awareness Month… full details to come soon!
These are so cute
Sep 3, 2009 at 10:41 pm
I think they’d be really yummy using chocolate & mini butterscotch chips, too.these are GORGEOUS! I am dying to try them
Sep 4, 2009 at 6:57 amI am waiting for an occasion to make these! Thanks for the instructions and have a great weekend!
Sep 4, 2009 at 7:16 amI have made these with chocolate and crushed graham crackers! Just like a mini s’more.
Sep 4, 2009 at 7:28 amSo pretty I’m afraid to eat them!
Sep 4, 2009 at 8:10 amThose look delicious and very nice!
Sep 4, 2009 at 8:12 amWhere can I buy candy melts? Other than online!
Sep 4, 2009 at 8:34 amI will be making these for my Tween Girls Night Out, they will love them!
Sep 4, 2009 at 8:40 amThese are GORGEOUS! I love PINK! Thank you for the link LOVE!
Sep 4, 2009 at 9:42 amThese are so cute. I am planning to make these for my daughter’s bday. How many days in advance can I make them? Also how to store them?
Sep 4, 2009 at 9:52 amHi Amber -
You can buy Candy Melts at Michaels – that’s usually where I get them – or probably at any sort of baking supply store.Urvi -
Sep 4, 2009 at 10:40 am
You should be able to make them 2-3 days in advance, just make sure to store them in a cool place. The refrigerator might dry the marshmallows out too much – so I’d opt for a cool pantry or cupboard. (If they get too hot the candy melts could start to melt again!)OMG, these are ridiculously cute!! And not many ingredients–perfect! Cheap, easy with a dramatic effect, LOVE IT!
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Sep 4, 2009 at 10:55 amsimply adorable! will be making these for something-or-another soon!
~katrina
Sep 4, 2009 at 12:43 pmEvery bit as cute as cupcake pops but way easier. You’re a genius.
Sep 7, 2009 at 4:51 amWow! What an amazing idea for SOOO many parties. Halloween, Christmas, Baby Showers… I can’t stand it- what a fantastic idea!~
Sep 7, 2009 at 4:33 pmI think these are easy enough even for me.
Sep 8, 2009 at 6:01 pm I have all boys but my six year old loves marshmallows and I bet I could do them in blue! Really cute stuff.Those are awesome. No other way to put, they are awesome. I am going to remember those for the next party I work on!
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Sep 11, 2009 at 7:05 amProbably use these for Ellie’s tea party!!
Sep 11, 2009 at 4:28 pmwouldn’t these be great made with orange, chocolate, and purple for halloween? love this!
Sep 15, 2009 at 7:19 amKim at Tom Kat Studio has the best designs and ideas! I love this recipe and design especially. Fabulous!
Sep 18, 2009 at 8:24 amPlease what is the name of the font used in Mashmallow?
Sep 28, 2009 at 6:51 amI simply love this!
Jan 17, 2010 at 11:02 pm
I’m making these for my birthday party next month and I’m sure everyone is going to love them!So adorable, were can i buy the lollipop sticks.
Jan 31, 2010 at 7:56 amRachel –
Feb 1, 2010 at 9:53 am
You can buy the lollipop sticks at Michaels, Joann, or a similar place with a baking supply aisle[...] also owe the very cute idea of marshmallow pops to Hostess with the mostess , the site has lots of really chic and cute party themes Tags: bachelorette party ideas, [...]
Mar 4, 2010 at 5:17 pmto cute for words. i have done choclate covered marshmallows for V-day and have found if you dip the lollipop stick into the melted chocolate it helps secure the marshmallow a little better especially if you are covering the entire marshmallow
Apr 15, 2010 at 6:45 pmWhat size of lollipop sticks did you use? Very cute. I love it!
Jun 10, 2010 at 2:54 pmHi Tanisha –
Jun 11, 2010 at 12:26 pm
I believe the lollipop sticks were around 5″ tallIt looks so delicious and YUMMY. Thanks
Aug 7, 2010 at 11:30 pmHow did you get the candy melt so smooth on the marshmallow? I had trouble getting the candie melt to adhere to the marshmallow.
Aug 22, 2010 at 12:18 pmHello, I, wondering ir u can help me…..i been doing cake pops but I guess im doing something wrong, but i dont know what’s this exactly, cause after I cover them they’re folling down….Could you tell me why? what i need to do? i read in some blogs and thery were talking about add some wax to the melt candy…….is this right? and what kind of wax is? Thanks so much for your help
Aug 27, 2010 at 10:09 pm ….blessing
