Halloween S’mores Pops Treats

These Halloween S’mores Pops are the ultimate fun treat to make with kids or bring to a party when you want something festive and interactive. They take everything you love about classic s’mores and twist it into a handheld Halloween dessert complete with gooey eyes and a chocolatey finish.

My kids first made these for their school Halloween party. Ever since it has become a yearly tradition that everyone looks forward to even my husband sneaks a few before they cool

Ingredients

• Graham cracker squares: deliver that classic s’mores crunch and sweetness choose a fresh box for best flavor
• Square marshmallows: are easier to work with for pops and toast evenly look for them in the baking section
• Gummy eyes: bring a burst of Halloween fun and a playful look pick packages with clear defined eyes
• Chocolate for melting: rich chocolate forms a smooth glue for assembling and adds the sweetest finish use high quality bars or chips for best melt and taste
• Popsicle sticks: allow for easy dipping holding and eating sturdy wooden sticks work best to avoid bending
• Parchment or wax paper: keeps everything nonstick and mess free during assembly laying it out makes cleanup so much easier

Instructions

Cut and Fill Split:

Use a sharp knife to cut a slit in each square marshmallow. Gently insert a gummy eye into the gap pressing just deep enough so it stays in place but does not squish the marshmallow

Toast the Marshmallow:

Carefully toast each marshmallow using a kitchen torch or by holding them under a broiler. Aim to get a golden brown shell without letting the marshmallow melt completely. Let them cool slightly so they are easy to handle and the eye stays set

Prepare the Graham Crackers:

Arrange your graham cracker squares on a large piece of parchment or wax paper. This will keep chocolate messes off your counter and help with clean assembly

Add Chocolate and Stick:

Spread about one tablespoon of melted chocolate onto the top center of each graham cracker. Lay a wooden popsicle stick onto the chocolate so half rests on the cracker and half sticks out for holding. Add another spoonful of chocolate over the stick to glue it in place for sturdiness

Attach the Marshmallow:

Set the toasted marshmallow with its eye side facing up onto the melted chocolate while it is still soft and warm. Gently press to anchor everything together before the chocolate hardens

Coat for Extra Chocolate:

If you want full chocolate coverage of your pop use a spoon to drizzle or spread more melted chocolate all over the graham cracker half. Make sure to coat around the base of the marshmallow and the stick for a thick shell

Set and Serve:

Place all assembled pops on a parchment lined baking sheet in a single layer. Let them sit at room temperature or refrigerate until the chocolate is fully set and firm. Once ready serve and enjoy or wrap them for sharing

One of my favorite memories is seeing my daughter laugh as the gummy eye popped out on her marshmallow for the first time It is the little spooky touches that make holiday treats unforgettable

Storage Tips

Once assembled and cooled these pops keep best at room temperature for up to two days in an airtight container. If you want to save them longer store in the fridge layered with parchment to prevent sticking. Avoid humid environments as the chocolate may soften.

Ingredient Substitutions

If you cannot find square marshmallows just trim regular ones to fit the crackers. White chocolate makes a nice change instead of milk chocolate. For gluten free needs use GF graham crackers and double check your gummy eyes for allergens.

Serving Suggestions

I like setting up a decorating station so kids can add extra Halloween sprinkles or mini candies. These also look great added to a dessert platter or wrapped in cellophane as party favors.

Cultural and Seasonal Context

While s’mores may have started as a camping tradition in America transforming them into pops is a fun way to make them portable and fit for autumn celebrations. Halloween parties and fall fairs love these easy to eat handheld snacks.

Seasonal Adaptations

Use orange or green melting wafers for the chocolate coating for a brighter Halloween color palette Try ghost or monster shaped marshmallows for new characters Swap gummy eyes for candy corn or licorice for extra variety

Success Stories

After I brought a batch to the neighborhood block party the kids started calling them monster pops Everyone loved that they could walk around and eat without getting hands sticky Like a chocolate lollipop with a spooky twist

Freezer Meal Conversion

You can freeze finished s’mores pops in a single layer then transfer to a sealed bag. Defrost at room temp in ten minutes for a fast treat. I like to keep a secret stash to pull out on movie nights or surprise playdates

Halloween S’mores Pops are a delightful twist on a classic treat perfect for kids and adults alike. Make a batch and watch them disappear at your next party!

Recipe Q&A

→ How do you toast the marshmallows safely?

Use a kitchen torch for precise control and toast until golden, rotating to avoid burning.

→ Can I use regular marshmallows instead of square ones?

Yes, standard marshmallows work. Slightly flatten them for better coverage.

→ What can I substitute for gummy eyes?

Mini chocolate chips, candy pieces, or icing dots are playful alternatives.

→ Should the pops be refrigerated or left at room temperature?

Chill until chocolate is set. Store at room temperature for up to two days.

→ How do I keep chocolate from running off the graham crackers?

Cool melted chocolate slightly before applying, then let pops set on parchment paper.