This playful 5-ingredient oven baked monster teeth dessert is the kind of easy, conversation-starting treat that makes family dessert night extra fun. Using canned white hominy gives the base a chewy, surprising texture that crisps a bit in the oven, while the sweet toppings turn it into a whimsical pan dessert that looks a little spooky and tastes comforting and familiar. It is a great choice when you want something budget-friendly, kid-friendly, and just unusual enough that everyone will be asking how you made it.
Serve this dessert warm in small scoops or bars with vanilla ice cream, whipped cream, or a drizzle of chocolate syrup. For a party table, pair it with sliced strawberries, banana coins, or a glass of cold milk so the sweet and creamy sides balance the chewy baked texture of the hominy base.
5-Ingredient Oven Baked Monster Teeth Dessert
Servings: 8
Ingredients
2 cans wet white hominy, drained well
1/2 cup sweetened condensed milk
1 cup mini marshmallows
1/2 cup white chocolate chips
1/4 cup strawberry jam
Directions
1. Preheat the oven to 375 degrees Fahrenheit and lightly grease an oven-safe aluminum sheet pan or small rimmed baking pan.
2. Spread the drained hominy evenly in the pan, then drizzle the sweetened condensed milk over the top and toss gently so the hominy is coated.
3. Scatter the mini marshmallows and white chocolate chips over the hominy mixture, covering the surface as evenly as possible.
4. Drop small spoonfuls of strawberry jam across the top so you get little red pockets that give the dessert its monster teeth look once baked.
5. Bake for 18 to 22 minutes, until the marshmallows are puffed and lightly golden, the white chocolate is soft, and the edges are bubbling.
6. Let the dessert cool for 10 minutes before scooping or cutting into portions so the topping can set slightly.
Variations & Tips
For extra crunch: Sprinkle a few crushed vanilla wafers or graham crackers on top during the last 5 minutes of baking. That little crisp topping gives the soft dessert more contrast and makes it feel even more like a special treat.
For picky eaters: If the idea of hominy is new for your family, serve smaller portions with plenty of marshmallow and white chocolate on top. The sweetness makes the texture more familiar and fun for kids who may be hesitant to try something different.
Jam swap: Raspberry jam or cherry preserves work nicely if that is what you have on hand. Just keep the amount modest so the dessert stays playful and sweet without becoming too wet.
Best pan tip: A smaller sheet pan or quarter sheet pan works best because it keeps the layers close together. If the hominy is spread too thin, the dessert can dry out instead of turning creamy and chewy.