zombie marshmallows
First we had marshmallow ghosts. Then we had marshmallow skeletons. And now…. ZOMBIE MARSHMALLOWS! Marshmallows sure are perfect for Halloween, aren’t they? These zombie marshmallows have been one of my most popular blog posts. I originally posted this Halloween fun food idea back in 2010. (Wow, time flies when you blog.) I’ve updated it now to include a video how-to so you can see how easy these are to make.
zombie food
Need more zombie food ideas? Zombie food is perfect for Halloween or a Walking Dead viewing party. Check out these zombie chocolate chip cookies or zombie candy pops. Or try these zombie pretzels or zombie Rice Krispie Treats. I even have an awesome roundup of zombie food from around the web. And if you’re looking for zombie party decor, make these zombie mason jars with free brains printable.
Just like their predecessors, these are super-easy to make. You’ll need marshmallows, confetti sprinkles, a little light corn syrup to use as glue, lollipop sticks, and some food coloring pens.
watch this quick video to make zombie marshmallows
how to make zombie marshmallows
you will need:*
- marshmallows
- lollipop sticks
- large confetti sprinkles
- black and red food coloring pens
- light corn syrup
- toothpick
*Find the sprinkles and lollipop sticks in the craft store. You can probably find food coloring pens there, too, but I prefer Americolor Gourmet Writers. For everything you need to know about food coloring pens, click here.
what to do:
Lay a marshmallow on its side. Put a dab of corn syrup on the back of a confetti sprinkle with the toothpick and stick on the marshmallows where you want eyes (note some of my zombies only have one eye). Use the markers to draw dots, “x”s, mouths, eyes, blood, whatever you want. Insert a lollipop stick (if you want, see below without stick). You may need to let the corn syrup dry for a couple hours to get the sprinkles to adhere securely.
Pink Martini says
So cute and funny. Couldn't help but laugh when I saw these. A perfect treat for those special ghouls and boys! 🙂
Meghan @ Domestic Sugar says
That's what this Halloween is missing, Zombies! Cute work as usual!
Paula says
I know zombies are supposed to be scary and ugly and all, but these are the cutest zombies ever! Kids will certainly get a big kick out of them 🙂
Nichole@BarillaFab4.blogspot.com says
OH man…SOOOOOO fun!!!! I can see these being very popular @ my daughter's school party!
Meg says
So great! I their faces.
notyet100 says
so cute,,
Ravenous Rowie says
love love love these! SUPER cute!
fergusandme says
thank you, thank you! i'm having a halloween party for my five year old and his friends, and i randomly bought the world's most gigantic marshmallows the other day, with no actual plan for them. but now i have one!! zombie marshmallows ! hooray! thx again, lynn-anne
Etta says
beautiful idea!!
Thank you!
Etta
Jenny says
haha, these are so cute!
Jenglamgirl says
adorable and cooky and so fun! love it! Jen
Brittany@Meyamo says
These are so cute and simple-I think they would be a great, easy thing to bring to a Halloween party. Great project!
Amanda says
I LOVE these Meaghan! You are a ceative genius! 😀
The Urban Baker says
so totally and completely cute!!!!
RoseMillsOhio says
Wow–you've done it again. What endearing zombies! I want to protect them from the ugly living dead.
Mickey says
Just wanted you to know how much these tickled me! I really am glad I stumbled upon your blog. I made your Zombie Marshmallows today. My kids thank you 🙂
mickey
Letizia Golosa says
These are so fun!!!!! Love them!!!!!!
ceecee says
These are fantastic and I am making them for my preschooler's Halloween Party this weekend!!!
Thanks!
Ceecee
Chic Cookies says
Thank you! Yes, I chuckled at the puns. And would love to see the results if anyone makes 'em!
naomi says
I love these zombies! They are awesome. Love the art style on them!
ALison @ Ingredients, Inc. says
LOVE THESE!
SprinkleBakes says
This is hilarious! My husband is a zombie freak. He has watched every zombie movie ever MADE and he just sent me this link!! He loves these! (Me too!)
Susan: My Food Obsession says
OMG! I love these SCARY Marshmallows!
Ladybug says
I did these with the kids I was babysitting tonight, they LOVED them, thanks for the great idea! 🙂
the decorated cookie says
so glad they worked out! fun n' easy!
cathy@home says
Hello what a great blog I have just found this magical place where it is allright to play with your food
Heidi says
I absolutely love these!!!
Mistie says
Love these! I think I must make some this Halloween!
Filme Subtitrate says
That’s what this Halloween is missing, Zombies! Cute work, as usual!
sally says
I saw your pumpkin cake pops here …
https://www.facebook.com/photo.php?fbid=457808150998495&set=a.133600656752581.25773.121782011267779&type=1&theater
I wonder if they asked for permission for the photo?
meaghanmountford says
Sally, good eye! I rely on my awesome readers to notice such things. Nope, they didn’t. These facebook pages are getting so many likes and readers and growing at a rapid pace, it’s hard to keep up with them, but most don’t ask permission or worse, LINK to sources! And when confronted, they are mean, horrible, and ask their readers to rally against the blogger who dares ask for a link. I’m leaving a comment right now. Thank you Sally!!
sally says
I actually meant marshmallow
sally says
good on you Meaghan
you think a large Australian firm would know better when it comes to property rights.
Keep up your great work!
sally says
looks like your going to be ignored.
you should send your followers over there to demand recognition.
Simply not good enough :/
meaghanmountford says
Yep… I hear you, Sally. Sometimes I get so upset by this kind of thing I have to turn off my computer and go look at my baby :). Though ignoring is even better than the responses I usually get, about how awful and mean I am for wanting a link to my site. Crazy, right??? But it is heartening to know there are those with ethics out there (like you and others who care about this kind of thing).
Zigg says
I LOVE zombies and of course love these! I made a non edible version using air dry clay to swap with other Girl Scout leaders for Halloween. I’m sure they will be a big hit and if not, at least I love them!
meaghanmountford says
Love it Zigg! I’m going to bookmark your site, too, because my daughter just bridged to Brownies. 🙂
Andie Paulie says
Made these one year, time consuming but so worth it. The party these were made for, EVERYONE raved at how cute and awesome these guys were. First thing gone!
meaghanmountford says
Yay! That’s fantastic to hear Andie!!
Renee says
What did you use for the eyes?
meaghanmountford says
Hi Renee, The eyes are large confetti sprinkles, available at the craft store. The instructions are above in the blog post. Good luck!!