Bat Marshmallow Pops Recipe

by Jessica Selensky on Oct 28, 2025 (updated Oct 24, 2026) 0 comments

The sweetness of the marshmallow and chocolate in these Bat Marshmallow Pops perfectly contrasts the salty crackers and pretzels. Also, the variety of textures that each ingredient contributes makes each bite satisfying. These are a fun, unique and easy-to-make treat!

Cute Bat Pops made out of marshmallows and chocolate.

How cute are these little marshmallow pops?!

The sweetness of the marshmallow and chocolate perfectly contrasts the salty crackers and pretzels. Also, the contrasting textures of each ingredient is very satisfying in every bite.

Making the marshmallow pops into Bats is a unique Halloween treat for a party or a fun, kid-friendly activity.

Ingredient Notes

Marshmallows – Creates the body of the bat.
Chocolate Candy Melts – You will coat all the pieces and body to make the bat in chocolate.
Pretzels – Break into little pieces to create the bat ears.
Round Crackers – Will be broken in half then coated in chocolate to make the wings. I use a Ritz cracker, however, you can use the half of a chocolate cookie from a sandwich creme cookie.
Candy Eyes – These are the exact ones I ordered on Amazon. I used the medium-sized yes, however, I used the small-sized eyes on a few marshmallow pops too.
Cake Pop Sticks – What holds it all together! I order some on Amazon but any brand will work.

Step by Step Process Making the Marshmallow Pops

The full-detailed instructions are written out in the recipe card below. Use these images to help guide you as needed when following the directions.

Break the circular crackers in half to make the wings.
Melt the chocolate in the microwave for 30 second increments.
Dip each cracker half in the chocolate, coating it completely. Place on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Repeat for all pieces then put in the fridge or freezer to set.
Lightly dip the end of a cake pop stick in chocolate and put into the center of marshmallow. Set aside and repeat for each.
Dip the end of each little pretzel pieces into the melted chocolate then stick it into the marshmallow far enough to not fall out. Set aside and repeat for each pop.
Remove the wings from the fridge. Dip the whole marshmallow pop in the melted chocolate, rotating until coated. Place directly over a pair of wings on the parchment paper.
Immediately place the candy eyes on each one then put the tray in the fridge to set.
Enjoy!

Crackers on a cutting board. — Gather the ingredients

Cracker halves on a cutting board to make the wings. — Gather the ingredients

Frequently Asked Questions

Can these treats be made gluten-free friendly?

They can be! If you use gluten-free crackers, pretzels and marshmallows, then yes, this recipe is gluten-free friendly.

What other products can I use to make the wings?

You could use pretty much any circular cracker. However, you could also use a chocolate sandwich cookie by separating the sandwich and using the side without the creme filling. Cut the cookie in half for the wings.

How do all the ingredients attach to the marshmallow?

By using the melted chocolate! I dip each pretzel piece in a little bit of chocolate before sticking them into the marshmallow. The cake pop stick also gets dipped in chocolate before sticking it into the marshmallow.

Can I use regular chocolate to coat the marshmallows? And how do I know the chocolate is fully set?

You can, however, I don’t recommend it as the chocolate doesn’t set as smoothly and quickly as chocolate wafers. Melted chocolate becomes fully set when it appears hard and shiny, not dull or streaky.

What is the best way to store the marshmallow pops?

Store in the fridge in an airtight container. I use a container long enough to fit the entire marshmallow pops on the cake pop stick.