Can I make these marshmallow pops ahead of time?

Yes! You can prepare these 1–2 days in advance. Once the chocolate coating is fully set, store the pops in an airtight container at room temperature. Avoid the fridge to prevent moisture from affecting the chocolate finish.

What type of chocolate is best for coating marshmallows?

White chocolate chips or candy melts work best for coating. They melt smoothly and set with a glossy finish. Candy melts are easier for beginners, while real white chocolate offers a richer taste if tempered correctly.

Are these safe for kids to decorate?

Absolutely. Kids love assembling and decorating these marshmallow pops. For younger children, pre-dip the marshmallows and let them add the faces and accessories with edible markers or icing. Just be sure an adult handles any hot chocolate melting.

How do I make the Stay Puft hat look realistic?

Use a diagonally sliced regular marshmallow for the puffy cap and attach it with melted white chocolate. Once set, add a blue ring using candy melts or food-safe cocoa butter. The key is letting each step set before moving to the next; it keeps the details clean.

Ghostbusters Stay Puft Marshmallows: A Spooky Halloween Treat

Ingredients

Jumbo marshmallows

Regular marshmallows

White chocolate chips or candy melts

Dark chocolate chips

Red Pull ‘n’ Peel licorice

Blue candy melts or colored cocoa butter

Lollipop sticks

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Instructions

1. Melt white chocolate in 15-second intervals.

2. Dip lollipop stick in melted chocolate, insert into jumbo marshmallow.

3. Slice regular marshmallow at an angle and attach to top as a hat using white chocolate.

4. Once set, dip entire marshmallow pop into melted white chocolate.

5. Paint blue stripe around hat with candy melt or colored cocoa butter.

6. Cut a Twizzler string into 1″ pieces, dip in chocolate, and attach to hat.

7. Melt dark chocolate, then pipe on a face to resemble Stay Puft.

8. Let all decorations set completely before serving or packaging.

Notes

Avoid refrigeration to prevent chocolate from sweating.

Store in airtight containers at room temperature for up to 2 days.

Great for party favors or Halloween table centerpieces.

Author: Chef Saly
Prep Time: 20 mins
Cook Time: 10 mins
Category: Dessert
Method: No-Bake
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 pop
Calories: 160
Sugar: 18g
Sodium: 20mg
Fat: 7g
Saturated Fat: 4g
Unsaturated Fat: 2g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 24g
Fiber: 0g
Protein: 1g
Cholesterol: 3mg