Marshmallow Truffles Recipe

Delight your kids (and yourself!) with these easy-to-make marshmallow truffles, perfect for Valentine's Day or any special occasion. This recipe features a decadent chocolate coating and crunchy pecans (or substitute crisped cereal for nut allergies!), creating a sweet and irresistible treat. Minimal cooking time – mostly chilling time! Inspired by a Kraft recipe and enhanced with a reader's fantastic suggestion.

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 110 mins
Calories 159.3 kcal
Protein 2g
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Ingredients for Marshmallow Truffles

  • 12 ounces semi-sweet chocolate chips
  • 24 standard-sized marshmallows
  • 8 tablespoons chopped pecans

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How to Make Marshmallow Truffles

  1. Melt 12 ounces of semi-sweet chocolate chips in a microwave-safe bowl in 30-second intervals, stirring until smooth and creamy.
  2. Dip each marshmallow (about 24 standard-sized marshmallows) into the melted chocolate, turning to fully coat.
  3. Gently shake off any excess chocolate.
  4. Place the chocolate-covered marshmallows in a single layer on wax paper-lined baking sheets.
  5. Sprinkle each marshmallow with 1 teaspoon of chopped pecans (or your preferred nut-free cereal like Rice Krispies).
  6. Refrigerate for 1-2 hours, or until the chocolate is completely set.
  7. Store in an airtight container at room temperature.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

0 g

Sugar

69g

Fat

14g

Carbs

7g

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Marshmallow Truffles?

Marshmallow Truffles takes about 130 minutes from start to finish — roughly 20 minutes to prepare and 110 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Marshmallow Truffles?

Marshmallow Truffles has approximately 159.3 calories per serving, with about 2 g protein, 7 g carbohydrates and 11 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Marshmallow Truffles?

The key ingredients for Marshmallow Truffles are Semisweet Chocolate Chunks, Marshmallows, Pecans. See the full list with measurements above.

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