Martian Marshmallows

Total Time:Prep: 20 min. + standing Cook: 10 min.

By Taste Of Home Editorial Team

Recipe by Teri Schloessmann, Tulsa, Oklahoma

Tested by Taste of Home Test Kitchen

Updated on Jun. 27, 2023

Wrap leftovers in cellophane and hand them out as favors-if they haven't all disappeared by the end of the party.—Teri Rasey, Cadillac, Michigan

TEST KITCHEN APPROVED

Martian Marshmallows

Yield:3 dozen
Prep:20 min
Cook:10 min

Ingredients

  • 12 ounces white candy coating
  • 2 teaspoons shortening
  • Paste food coloring, optional
  • 36 lollipop sticks
  • 1 package (10 ounces) large marshmallows (about 36)
  • Colored sugar
  • Assorted toppings: candy eyes, assorted nonpareils, licorice and sour straws
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Directions

  1. In a microwave, melt candy coating and shortening; stir until smooth. If desired, tint with food coloring.
  2. Insert one lollipop stick into each marshmallow. Dip marshmallows in melted candy coating, turning to coat; allow excess to drip off. Roll in colored sugar. Place a dab of melted candy coating onto assorted toppings; decorate faces as desired. Place on waxed paper; let stand until set.
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