Description
These fun and festive Hocus Pocus Marshmallow Pops are the perfect no-bake Halloween treat! Quick to make, colorful, and kid-friendly—great for parties, movie nights, or edible party favors.
Ingredients
- 12 large marshmallows
- 1 ½ cups candy melts (orange, purple, green, or black)
- 1 tsp shortening or coconut oil (optional, for thinning candy melts)
- 12 lollipop sticks or paper straws
- Sprinkles, candy eyes, or edible glitter for decorating
- Optional: melted white chocolate for drizzling (spiderweb effect)
Instructions
- Prepare marshmallows – Insert a lollipop stick into each marshmallow.
- Melt candy melts – Microwave candy melts in 30-second intervals, stirring until smooth. Add a little shortening if too thick.
- Dip marshmallows – Dip each marshmallow into the melted candy, coating completely. Tap off excess.
- Decorate – While still wet, add sprinkles, candy eyes, or glitter.
- Set – Place upright in styrofoam or lay flat on wax paper until hardened.
- Serve and enjoy – Once set, they’re ready to eat or wrap as treats!
Notes
- Use different colors to represent each Sanderson sister (purple, green, and black).
- Add candy eyes to create monster or witch-inspired pops.
- If candy melts seize up, add 1 tsp of coconut oil at a time to smooth.
- Wrap individually in treat bags for party favors or classroom snacks.
- Get kids involved in decorating—they’ll love adding sprinkles and edible glitter.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes