All you have to do is take this base recipe and then get as creative as you want!

Learn how to make chocolate-covered marshmallows, and enjoy making one-of-a-kind desserts for friends and family.

If you’re adding any toppings, you’ll need a few more.

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We’ve got some ideas below for that.

We’ve listed our favorite toppings for chocolate-covered marshmallows, but you could do anything you want.

Use sprinkles with your favorite colors, or match them to a party theme.

Southern Living Chocolate Covered Marshmallows ingredients

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Then mix and match with some others for a variety.

Can You Make Chocolate-Covered Marshmallows Ahead of Time?

you could also go ahead and package them in cellophane bags, tied with a beautiful ribbon.

Southern Living Chocolate Covered Marshmallows

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We do not recommend freezing chocolate-covered marshmallows.

The chocolate can sweat after thawing, and the toppings may no longer stick.

These are always appreciated:

Ingredients

Marshmallows:

1(12 oz.)

Southern Living Chocolate Covered Marshmallows melting the chocolate to dip

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pkg.semisweet chocolate chips

1/2Tbsp.coconut oil

1/4tsp.vanilla extract

1(16 oz.)

pkg.regular-size marshmallows

4 in.

Pour marshmallows into a large bowl.

Southern Living Chocolate Covered Marshmallows dipped marshmallows on a baking sheet

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Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

Microwave on HIGH in 20-second increments until chocolate is melted and smooth.

Dip marshmallows:

Secure 1 marshmallow on the end of each lollipop stick.

Southern Living Chocolate Covered Marshmallows after chilling

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One at a time, submerge each marshmallow in chocolate to coat.

Immediately sprinkle with toppings, if using.