Every time I go to make any type of dish, be it breakfast, lunch or dinner, I inevitably hear at least one of my girls begging to help. I love that they’re interested in cooking and that they’re now old enough to actually help and take on some real tasks. Even better than that is when they can make something themselves from start to finish with no assistance necessary!
I was trying to think of some way that I could color marshmallows for the fourth of july. I thought about just dunking them all in food coloring, but that would be too messy and darker than I wanted. As I was searching the pantry for anything that might spark inspiration, I spotted red and blue jello. The wheels started turning…and I realized that if I wet the marshmallows just a bit, I could roll them in the “jello sugar” and it would coat them perfectly!
These marshmallows are purposely imperfect. There’s nothing fancy here; they’re just a fun treat that kids can do all by themselves, take to a barbecue or party and show them off.
We coated them two ways: First you wet the marshmallows and let the excess drip off. Don’t let them soak in the water, just dunk them for a sec0nd. Then either roll them in a bowl that’s been filled with a packet of jello (just the dry, colored “sugar”), or add the packet of jello to a large plastic bag, drop some wet marshmallows in and shake away until they’re all coated. Then just add them to lollipop sticks (you can find these at craft stores).
No matter how you and/or your kids make these, I hope you have fun doing it! Have a great Fourth of July, all!
Andrea Meyers says
Ok, these are just too cute! The boys would definitely have fun making them, maybe even more than smores.
the wicked noodle says
Thanks, A! I hope you guys make them :-)
Tara Noland says
I was looking for something cute and easy for our Canada Day block party we are having on Sunday and this fits the bill!! I will leave out the blue and just do red and white. Too cool!!
the wicked noodle says
Awesome, Tara!
Laura (Tutti Dolci) says
So cute, I bet your girls had a great time in the kitchen with you! :)
the wicked noodle says
They had a blast! We just finished a strawberry icebox cake a few minutes ago that they loved helping with, too. With all this 100 degree heat there’s not much else to do :-)
Baker Street says
I love the idea of marshmallow sticks!! Such a fabulous idea and its so well executed!! Great post!
the wicked noodle says
awww, thanks so much, Baker Street!
Amy says
This. Is. Brilliant.
the wicked noodle says
Thanks, Amy :-)
Valerie says
You’re a genius! My parents never allowed me to have candy, ergo I was obsessed with sugar…especially pixie sticks. Jello packets were the next best thing (even better because they’re huge)! I’m still on the Jello powder, and the fact that you used it as a coating for marshmallows, kind of makes you a super-hero in my eyes! Brilliant!
the wicked noodle says
WOW – you win best comment of the year! Thanks, Valerie, you gave me a big smile :-)
Jenn and Seth (@HomeSkilletCook) says
such a cute idea, love it!
the wicked noodle says
Thanks!!
Stephanie says
These are so cute and clever!
the wicked noodle says
Thanks, Steph!
Tara Noland says
I made some ahead of time and decided to do a post tomorrow to celebrate Canada Day. Come on over to see them at http://www.noshingwiththenolands.com Cheers, Tara
the wicked noodle says
Can’t wait to see them, Tara!
Maureen @ Orgasmic Chef says
Kids will love making these and it gives them a great opportunity to tell you how much they know about the flag. It’s the best kind of learning.
the wicked noodle says
It’s so funny you say that because the girls started talking about the flag while they were making these! I’d completely forgotten about that.
Jennifer - Marvelous Mommy Meals says
These are sooo cute! Great idea :)
the wicked noodle says
Thanks Jennifer!
kitchenriffs says
Fun idea! I haven’t had marshmallows in ages (years, actually). It never occurred to me that I might want them in colors — but now that I see yours, I do! Really inventive.
the wicked noodle says
Thanks, KR :-)
[email protected] says
Wow! What a terrific idea Kristie!!! Love it!
the wicked noodle says
Thanks Minnie!