Are you look for something fun to decorate and enjoy on the 4th of July? This Marshmallow Pops Recipe for the Fourth of July is perfect!
You can create fun centerpieces for your tables and even enjoy them for a 4th of July dessert. They might even make fun S’mores sticks on a campfire for the holiday.
Red White and Blue Candy Marshmallow Pops Recipe
If you have leftover red, white, and blue sprinkles in your pantry, now is the time to use them up with these.
I like how easy these are to make but how festive they are. They are sure to be a great addition to your 4th of July party this summer.
What you need to make Red White and Blue Marshmallow Pops
- Regular or jumbo size marshmallows
- Candy melt wafers in red and royal blue
- Patriotic sprinkles in red and blue
How to make Fourth of July Party Marshmallow Pops
Melt the blue candy melts in the microwave using a microwave-safe bowl according to package directions giving special care not to overheat the candy.
If the candy is overheated, it will be too thick. You can add 1 teaspoon of vegetable shortening or coconut oil to help thin the chocolate but do not add any other type of liquid as the candy will seize and harden.
Skewer each marshmallow with a toothpick.
Dip marshmallow into candy coating and immediately into blue sprinkles.
Place marshmallow on waxed paper until set.
Remove the toothpick from the marshmallow and use to create a small hole in the sprinkle side of the marshmallow.
Press marshmallows onto straws or lollipop sticks with a twisting motion.
Melt the red candy melts in the microwave according to package directions giving special care not to overheat the candy.
If the candy is overheated, it will be too thick. You can add 1 teaspoon of vegetable shortening or coconut oil to help thin the chocolate but do not add any other type of liquid as the candy will seize and harden.
Dip marshmallow into candy coating and immediately into red sprinkles.
Let marshmallows dry completely before packaging or serving.
Can Marshmallow Pops be made ahead of time?
These can be made a day ahead of the schedule and still be fresh. Two days might be pushing it but keep them in an airtight container until used. This locks in the freshness.
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- Chocolate Strawberry Cookies
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Red White and Blue Candy Marshmallow Pops
Are you look for something fun to decorate and enjoy the 4th of July? These Red White and Blue Candy Marshmallow Pops are perfect! Great for a 4th of July table decoration.
Ingredients
- Regular or jumbo size marshmallows
- Candy melt wafers in red and royal blue
- Patriotic sprinkles in red and blue
Instructions
- Melt the blue candy melts in the microwave using a microwave safe bowl according to package directions giving special care not to overheat the candy. If the candy is overheated, it will be too thick. You can add 1 teaspoon of vegetable shortening or coconut oil to help thin the chocolate but do not add any other type of liquid as the candy will seize and harden.
- Skewer each marshmallow with a toothpick.
- Dip marshmallow into candy coating and immediately into blue sprinkles.
- Place marshmallow on waxed paper until set.
- Remove the toothpick from the marshmallow and use to create a small hole in the sprinkle side of the marshmallow.
- Press marshmallows onto straws or lollipop sticks with a twisting motion.
- Melt the red candy melts in the microwave according to package directions giving special care not to overheat the candy. If the candy is overheated, it will be too thick. You can add 1 teaspoon of vegetable shortening or coconut oil to help thin the chocolate but do not add any other type of liquid as the candy will seize and harden.
- Dip marshmallow into candy coating and immediately into red sprinkles.
- Let marshmallows dry completely before packaging or serving.
Notes
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Nutrition Information:
Serving Size: 1 PopAmount Per Serving: Calories: 200
Nutrition information isn’t always accurate.
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