Minion Marshmallow Pops
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These adorable Minion Marshmallow Pops are a fun and creative sweet treat, perfect for any Despicable Me-themed party. With their cute little goggles and happy smiles, they’ll be a huge hit with Minion fans of all ages!
Minion Marshmallow Pops Recipe
If you have Despicable Me fans in your life, this recipe is a must-try. I love how these fun marshmallow pops bring our favorite little troublemakers to life, turning everyday marshmallows into adorable little Minion characters.
Each pop has a soft and fluffy marshmallow center with a colorful chocolate coating, complete with goggles and a mischievous grin. They’re not just adorable and tasty – they’re super easy to make, too! It’s such a fun activity for both kids and adults.
Whether you’re throwing a birthday party or having a movie night, these little treats are guaranteed to make everyone smile! Want more Minion activities for your little ones? Check out this No Carve Minion Pumpkin and this fun Minion Valentine’s Box.
Why We Love This Recipe
- Easy to make: These are a breeze to whip up with just a few simple store-bought ingredients.
- Adorable Presentation: The iconic goggles and googly eyes make them the perfect treat for any Despicable Me-themed gathering or movie night.
- Delicious treats: Sweet, fluffy marshmallows dipped in colorful chocolate melts make these pops as tasty as they are cute.
Ingredients
- Large marshmallows
- Yellow candy melts
- Blue candy melts
- Black decorating or cookie icing (comes in a tube that you’ll find on the baking aisle)
- Candy eyeballs (I use some small and some large)
- Candy sticks or paper straws
Recommended Tools
- Small, microwave safe mixing bowls
- Parchment paper
- Disposable piping bag (no tip needed)
How To Make Despicable Me Marshmallow Pops
Step 1. Heat the blue chocolate melts at 50% power for 1 minute, in a microwave safe bowl. Stir and continue to microwave at 50% power in 30 second increments until smooth and fully melted. This usually takes about 5 minutes.
Step 2. Dip the bottom third of the marshmallow into the blue candy. Immediately push a stick or straw into the candy bottom, then harden for 4-5 minutes.
Tip: You can stand these up in a glass or poke the stick into a piece of Styrofoam while they set. If using a straw, the styrofoam may be to firm to push it through. In that case, I’d push wooden skewers into the styrofoam, then put the straw over the top.
Step 3. In a second microwave safe bowl, microwave the yellow candy melts the same way you did for the blue ones.
Step 4. Using the straw as a handle, dip the bottom two-thirds of the marshmallow into the yellow chocolate, right up to the edge of the blue. Place it on a piece of parchment paper to harden and set.
Step 5. Once hardened, snip the tip of the black icing piping bag. You want a very small opening so that you can be precise.
Step 6. Gently use it to attach two candy eyeballs to some and one larger one to others. Draw a black circle around the eyes. Use it to draw the straps of the goggles and a cute smile. Keep them still until everything has set, then enjoy!
Storage Instructions
You can store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 5 days. The coating really seals the marshmallows so they stay fresh for much longer than they would otherwise.
You can freeze these BEFORE you attach the eyeballs and black icing. To do so, just place them in an airtight container and freeze for up to 3 months. Thaw on the counter on a paper towel to remove any moisture. You’ll want them to be dry before attaching the eyeballs and decoration.
Variations and Add-ins
- Candy melts: If you can’t find the the right colors, simply purchase white ones and dye them with some gel food coloring. You should be able find both at your local craft store or Walmart on the baking aisle.
- Wrap them: Package your little minions up with a little plastic treat bag and ribbon. They make the perfect party favors for a birthday celebration.
- Add the overalls: If you want to get really creative: place some melted blue candy in a piping bag and use it to pipe pockets or small straps for their little blue overalls.
- Fruit additions: Attach small pieces of dried fruit or candy fruit slices as accessories, like little bows or fun patterns, to make each Minion pop unique.
- Personalize them: Use colored icing to write names on the pops for a personalized touch at parties or events. You can even add cute, iconic Minion words like “Bello!” “Underwear!” or “BANANA!”.
FAQs
Yes, you can use regular chocolate, but I prefer candy melts because they have a smooth consistency and harden well, making them ideal for coating marshmallows.
Edible markers or even melted black candy melts make a great alternative for the goggles and smiles.
If it’s not sticking, you’ll want to be sure your marshmallows are at room temperature and dry.
You sure can! Just remember to let them set completely before packaging or serving.
More Fun Treats For Kids
- Ice Cream Cone Cupcakes
- Rainbow Donuts
- Easy Shark Cookies
- Birthday Cake Milkshake
- Unicorn Charcuterie Board
Minion Marshmallow Pops
Equipment
- 35 blue striped paper straws or candy sticks
- 2 small mixing bowls
- Piping bag
Ingredients
- 10 ounces large marshmallows approximately one bag
- 3/4 cup blue candy melts
- 1 cup yellow candy melts
- 3 tablespoons black cookie icing
- 35 candy eyeballs
Instructions
- Heat the blue chocolate melts at 50% power for 1 minute, in a microwave safe bowl. Stir and continue to microwave at 50% power in 30 second increments until smooth and fully melted. This usually takes about 5 minutes.3/4 cup blue candy melts
- Dip the bottom third of the marshmallow into the blue candy. Immediately push a stick or straw into the candy bottom, then harden for 4-5 minutes.10 ounces large marshmallows
- In a second microwave safe bowl, microwave the yellow candy melts the same way you did for the blue ones.1 cup yellow candy melts
- Using the straw as a handle, dip the bottom two-thirds of the marshmallow into the yellow chocolate, right up to the edge of the blue. Place it on a piece of parchment paper to harden and set.
- Once hardened, snip the tip of the black icing piping bag. You want a very small opening so that you can be precise.3 tablespoons black cookie icing
- Gently use it to attach two candy eyeballs to some and one larger one to others. Draw a black circle around the eyes. Use it to draw the straps of the goggles and a cute smile. Keep them still until everything has set, the35 candy eyeballs
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