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An original practice recipe, not independently kitchen-tested. Timing and yield are estimates. Artwork is editorial inspiration.
You can make a cocoa accompaniment feel special without building an entire dessert. Leave half the marshmallow white, give the other half a chocolate coat, and let a little peppermint do the festive work.
Ingredients
- 12 large marshmallows, not miniature ones
- 4 ounces (115 g) chocolate candy melting wafers
- 2 tablespoons finely crushed candy canes or peppermint candies
The wafers are confectionery coating; ingredients and flavor vary by brand. Marshmallows may contain gelatin, and the coating and candies may contain milk, soy or other allergens. Read all labels before choosing them for guests.
Make the dippers
- Line a tray with parchment. Put the finely crushed peppermint in a shallow dish. If crushing candies yourself, have an adult do it inside suitable food-safe packaging and avoid leaving large hard shards.
- Melt the wafers in a dry bowl following the package instructions. Use a bowl deep enough to dip into, and keep the hot bowl on a stable surface.
- Let the coating reach a safely manageable temperature as directed. Hold each marshmallow by its dry upper half, keeping fingers away from the coating, and dip the lower half. A fork can support it if that is easier.
- Let excess coating drip back into the bowl. Sprinkle a little crushed peppermint over the wet chocolate.
- Set chocolate-side down on the parchment and leave to firm according to the coating instructions. About 30 minutes is a planning estimate, not a guarantee.
No sticks needed
These can sit on a small plate beside cocoa. If you want one in the drink, add it with a clean spoon. Do not use decorative craft sticks, unverified skewers or ornaments as food tools. The recipe is for large marshmallows and hard candy, which may be unsuitable for young children.
When the coating pools
Pause a moment longer over the bowl before putting the next marshmallow down. A little chocolate puddle underneath is fine. If the coating gets too thick, follow its reheating instructions rather than adding water.
Serve, store and share
Pack only after the coating has fully set. Use a shallow food-safe container and follow the storage conditions on all ingredients. Peppermint can absorb moisture and become sticky, so make close to serving; no shelf-life or transport test has been performed.
Serve beside the cocoa bar for six, add a few to a local treat box, or use the treat planner to gather ingredients for your whole afternoon.