Adorable Marshmallow Chick Desserts: Fun Easter Treats

Super cute marshmallow chicks are simple to make and perfect for spring or Easter treats. These little chicks work as marshmallow pops or charming cupcake toppers, and kids will enjoy helping assemble them.

Aren’t these adorable? They’re made with yellow candy melts and a few sprinkles. Arrange them on a cake for a farm-themed dessert or leave them on sticks to serve as chicks on a stick. They’re quick, fun, and great for parties or classroom treats.

Watch the video tutorial above

You will need:

• Marshmallows (regular size)
• Yellow candy melts
• Yellow jimmies sprinkles
• Mini orange M&M’s
• Orange flower sprinkles
• Black food writer

1. Melt candy melts according to the package directions.
2. Place a marshmallow on a lollipop stick or wooden skewer and dip it into the melted candy coating.
3. Tap the stick on the side of the bowl to remove excess coating.
4. Place the stick upright in a piece of styrofoam to set.
5. While the coating is still wet, add yellow jimmies sprinkles on top of the marshmallow to give a fluffy look.
6. Cut a mini orange M&M in half and press one half into the center for the beak.
7. Attach two orange flower sprinkles near the bottom for little feet.
8. Allow the coated marshmallows to dry completely.
9. Use a black food writer to draw two small dots for the eyes.

You can make roosters the same way with a few adjustments; they look adorable grouped together.

Chicks on a stick make delightful pops—leave them on the stick for serving.

Or use them as cupcake toppers for an extra-special touch.

Yield: 12

Marshmallow Chicks

Cute marshmallow chicks for Easter or spring, easy to make and perfect for parties.

Prep Time
20 minutes

Drying Time
1 hour

Total Time
1 hour 20 minutes

Ingredients

• Marshmallows (regular size)
• Yellow candy melts
• Yellow jimmies sprinkles
• Mini orange M&M’s
• Orange flower sprinkles
• Black food writer

Instructions

1. Melt candy melts according to package instructions.
2. Place a marshmallow on a lollipop stick or wooden skewer and dip into the melted coating.
3. Tap the stick on the side of the bowl to remove excess coating.
4. Place the stick upright in styrofoam to set.
5. Sprinkle yellow jimmies on the top while the coating is still wet.
6. Cut a mini orange M&M in half.
7. Press one M&M half into the center for the beak.
8. Let the coated marshmallow dry completely.
9. Draw two small black dots for eyes using the black food writer.

For more Easter ideas, explore other spring recipes and decorations in your favorite recipe collection.