Explosive Patriotic Firework Pop Rock Treats Perfect For 4 July Celebrations
These Firework Pop Rock Chocolate Covered Marshmallows are a fun, simple treat that’s surprisingly easy to make and perfect for the 4th of July!
With just a few easy steps and minimal ingredients, you’ll have a festive dessert that kids and adults will both love. The crackle of Pop Rocks adds an unexpected surprise, making every bite a burst of flavor and fun. I love recipes like this that quickly pull together but still bring a “wow” factor to the table.
Whether you’re hosting a backyard barbecue or heading to a fireworks watch party, these are easy to prep ahead of time and don’t require any baking. Plus, they’re totally customizable with different chocolate drizzles or sprinkles if you want to get creative.
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Equipment You Will Need
- Piping bags
- Microwave-safe bowls
- Small knife
- Spatula
- Tall glass
- Parchment paper
- Lollipop sticks
- Pastry brush
Firework Pop Rock Chocolate Covered Marshmallows
- Total Time: 57 minutes
- Yield: 8 sticks 1x
Ingredients
Instructions
- Start by laying out a sheet of parchment paper.
- Put the red or blue melting chocolate in a microwave safe bowl, melt the chocolate in 15-30 second increments until the chocolate is completely liquid.
- Put the chocolate in a piping bag. Cut a small hole in the piping bag and pipe 2 inch triangles on the sheet of parchment paper. Place some sprinkles on some of the chocolate triangles for extra decoration.
- Melt the next color of chocolate and repeat the steps above. Lastly do the same with 1 ounce of the white chocolate.
- Let the chocolate pieces sit out to dry.
- Put 3 marshmallows on each lollipop stick.
- Use a small knife to cut a small hole in at the top of the marshmallows.
- Melt the rest of the white chocolate melts in 15-30 second increments until its liquid.
- Pour the melted chocolate in a tall cup.
- Dip the marshmallows into the cup. Wipe of the excess chocolate on the cup and place it on a new sheet of parchment.
- Next get 3 Chocolate pieces, one in each color and stick it in the top of the marshmallow. You can add more if you like.
- Place the marshmallow sticks on a sheet of parchment to dry.
- Repeat this for each marshmallow stick and then put them in the freezer for 10 minutes to dry.
- Next remelt the red and blue chocolate in the piping bags.
- Use the chocolates to pipe zigzags on the marshmallow sticks.
- While the chocolate zigzags are still wet, sprinkle the sprinkles and pop rocks (or sanding sugar) randomly on them.
- When the chocolate is dry, brush the marshmallow fire works with edible glitter.
- Serve and Enjoy!
Notes
- These Fire work Marshmallows are best eaten fresh, but they can be stored in airtight container in a cool dry place for 2-3 days.
- Make extra chocolate triangles in each color, to have back up in case any of them break.
- Prep Time: 47 minutes
- Idle Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Sweet Treats
Step-By-Step Process
These chocolate-covered marshmallows are perfect for patriotic celebrations, summer picnics, or as a playful dessert at kids’ parties. They store well and travel easily, making them great for on-the-go gatherings.
If you’re looking for more simple and festive ideas like this one, be sure to explore the rest of my party food recipes on the blog. There’s plenty more inspiration where this came from!
If you loved this treat, don’t miss the Red, White and Blue Jello Shots and Red, White & Blue Bomb Pop Cookies—both are festive and easy crowd-pleasers.
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