When I need a fast dessert that feels festive without turning my kitchen upside down, this 5-ingredient oven baked spooky marshmallow dessert is exactly the kind of recipe I reach for. It leans into those cute ghost-shaped marshmallows and turns them into a warm, gooey, candy-like treat with almost no prep, which makes it perfect for busy fall weeknights, class parties, or a last-minute Halloween movie night at home.
Serve this warm with vanilla ice cream, a drizzle of chocolate syrup, or a spoonful of whipped cream for an easy dessert that feels extra special. It also pairs well with sliced apples, graham crackers, or pretzels for scooping, especially if you want to set it out as a casual shareable treat for a party table.
5-Ingredient Oven Baked Spooky Marshmallow Dessert
Servings: 8
Ingredients
1 bag dry unwrapped marshmallow ghosts, about 10 ounces
1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
1 cup candy corn
1/2 cup Halloween sprinkles
4 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
Directions
1. Preheat the oven to 350°F and lightly grease an oven-safe glass casserole dish.
2. Add the dry unwrapped marshmallow ghosts to the casserole dish, then sprinkle the chocolate chips, candy corn, and Halloween sprinkles evenly over the top.
3. Drizzle the melted butter over everything as evenly as possible so the top gets extra gooey and lightly toasted in the oven.
4. Bake for 10 to 12 minutes, or until the marshmallows are puffed, soft, and just starting to turn lightly golden around the edges.
5. Let it cool for 5 minutes, then serve warm with spoons or let everyone scoop it up with graham crackers, apple slices, or pretzels.
Variations & Tips
Chocolate Lover's Version: Swap the candy corn for extra chocolate chips or a mix of milk and semi-sweet chocolate if your family prefers a richer, more brownie-like flavor.
Crunchy Topping: Add a small handful of crushed graham crackers or mini pretzels on top right before baking for a sweet-salty finish and a little texture contrast.
Keep an Eye on the Oven: Marshmallows can go from perfectly toasted to overly browned pretty quickly, so start checking at the 10-minute mark, especially if your casserole dish is shallow.
Make It Party-Friendly: For a Halloween gathering, bake and serve it in the same dish with a spoon nearby, or portion it into small ramekins so guests can grab their own warm dessert without any fuss.