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Chocolate-coated rounds stacked on a plate with the creamy white centers showing.

Chocolate Caramel Marshmallows

Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Additional Time: 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 25 minutes
Chocolate Caramel Marshmallows coated in smooth caramel, rich melted chocolate, and customizable toppings. An elegant yet simple treat perfect for parties, gifting, or holiday celebrations.
24 Servings

Ingredients

For the Marshmallows

  • 24 jumbo marshmallows
  • 24 lollipop or cake pop sticks
  • Wax paper
  • Baking spray
  • 1 10-ounce bag Ghirardelli melting wafers
  • Toppings of choice sea salt, sprinkles, cookie crumbs, crushed nuts, etc.

For the Caramel

  • 1 cup butter not margarine
  • 2 ½ cups packed light brown sugar
  • 1 cup light corn syrup
  • 1 14-ounce can sweetened condensed milk

Instructions
 

Prepare the Baking Sheet:

  1. Line a baking sheet with wax paper and apply a light, even coating of baking spray. This prevents the marshmallows from adhering to the surface during the setting process.

Insert the Sticks:

  1. Place one lollipop or cake pop stick into each jumbo marshmallow. Set the marshmallows aside while preparing the caramel.

Prepare the Caramel:

  1. Prepare the caramel using your preferred method, such as a microwave caramel recipe, or melt store-bought caramel bits according to package instructions. If preparing caramel from scratch, combine butter, brown sugar, corn syrup, and sweetened condensed milk until fully melted and smooth.

Cool the Caramel Slightly:

  1. Allow the melted caramel to cool for a short period. Caramel that is too hot may cause the marshmallows to melt or lose their shape.

Dip in Caramel:

  1. Dip each marshmallow into the caramel until fully coated, using a spoon to ensure even coverage. Let excess caramel drip back into the bowl to achieve a uniform finish. Transfer coated marshmallows to the prepared baking sheet. Once all marshmallows are dipped, refrigerate for approximately 30 minutes or until firm.

Prepare Toppings:

  1. While the caramel-coated marshmallows are setting, prepare any desired toppings such as crushed nuts, sprinkles, sea salt, or cookie crumbs.

Melt the Chocolate:

  1. Melt the chocolate wafers according to package instructions, stirring until smooth and glossy.

Dip in Chocolate:

  1. Dip each caramel-coated marshmallow into the melted chocolate. Use a spoon to assist with full and even coverage.

Add Toppings:

  1. Allow the chocolate coating to set slightly, then immediately apply desired toppings. Depending on the topping, sprinkle or gently dip the marshmallow into the prepared topping bowl.

Refrigerate to Set:

  1. Place the fully coated marshmallows back onto the wax paper-lined baking sheet and refrigerate for at least 15 minutes, or until the chocolate has fully hardened. Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator.

Notes

This recipe can be made fully gluten-free with the following considerations:
  • Ensure that melting wafers, toppings, and caramel ingredients are labeled gluten-free, as manufacturing facilities may vary.
  • Avoid toppings containing gluten, such as cookie crumbs, unless using gluten-free alternatives.
  • Most marshmallows and sweetened condensed milk are naturally gluten-free, but verifying ingredients is recommended.
When these precautions are followed, Chocolate Caramel Marshmallows are entirely suitable for a gluten-free diet.
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