5 Chocolate-Coated Candy Stick Decoration Ideas You Must Try

Chocolate-coated candy sticks might sound like something meant for kids, which they are, but adults and party goers can love them just the same, all they need is a little dressing up! So we bring you some chocolate-coated candy sticks decoration ideas which are simple, yet impressive and upgrade the boring old chocolate covered candy stick into a treat that almost feels crafted by a pastry chef. Whether you're preparing them for parties, dessert table additions, or homemade gifts, we have 5 decoration ideas can help you give these plain candy sticks a makeover from basic to eye-catching, in some simple steps, with not much mess.

1. The Classic Candy Sprinkles

One of the easiest ways to decorate the chocolate-coated sticks is coating them with single-colored or multi-colored sprinkles which are readily available in most bakeries, grocery stores and e-commerce sites. To go about this process, arrange the sprinkles in a small dish or bowl. Then dip the plain candy stick in melted chocolate, let the excess drip off, in case you are using the dish, roll the sticks in the sprinkles and if you are using the bowl, scoop up some sprinkles and make it rain over the melted chocolate coating. Be quick, so the sprinkles can stick to the melted chocolate. You can also make the sprinkles at home so you know what exactly goes into them. Once you are done, freeze the sticks for 15-30 minutes and remove them only when serving them. Serve them at a cooler temperature not in a hot room to help them keep their shape for longer. Think of this option especially for events like birthdays, baby showers, or small-scale parties where the aesthetics are the need of the hour.

2. Chocolate Drizzle

After coating the candy stick with melted chocolate, go for an opposite colored chocolate – if you are dipping the candy bar in, say, milk chocolate or dark chocolate, go for white chocolate drizzle. To go about this process, once the initial coating has hardened, use a piping bag, squeeze bottle, or even a tiny spoon to splash or squeeze out thin lines of contrasting chocolate across the stick. Use this idea for a more formal gatherings, office parties or impromptu meetups especially if you are thinking of setting up a dessert display or gifting them. Just make sure that you refrigerate the sticks after decorating to help the drizzle set more quickly.

3. Crushed Toppings

Classic choices for this department could be the likes of crushed nuts, biscuits, peppermint, toffee bits, crushed Cadbury Gems or cookies like Oreos. Use your hands or sprinkle the crushed ingredients over the melted chocolate while it's still wet, covering either the entire stick or just a portion. It doesn’t need to be in line or uniform, go for messy, which will have its own unique appeal. You can also pick the topping based on the occasion, for instance, peppermint is perfect for Christmas, nuts for more festive occasions and cookies like Oreos, for any occasion, just make sure that the pieces are small and not too chunky, otherwise they won’t stick and will fall off.

4. Mini Marshmallows or Softer Candies

Mini marshmallows or soft, small candies, or even little pieces of nougat-based chocolates like Cadbury 5-star, can transform your chocolate-coated sticks into a more fun treat. Press the candies into the wet chocolate or use a dab of melted chocolate as an adhesive if the coating has already set. This idea is especially amazing for children's parties or a mini gathering, where the people might just love a chocolate treat. The marshmallows added can be lightly toasted over your kitchen stove, or a kitchen torch for the campire-like feel. You could also consider using cut-up gummy candies or jelly-based sweets, but just make sure they're not too heavy for the chocolate to support and stick to the candy stick.

5. Fancier Decorative Add-Ons

For bigger themed parties or a big gala, where melted chocolate candy sticks make a feature, go for small sized hard candies, edible glitter, dried edible flowers, or even edible gold foils. Like the rest of the toppings, these also go on the candy sticks before the chocolate can set, only you need to use a gentle hand, to place them onto the chocolate, perhaps use tweezers to avoid making a mess and be more precise. These types of decorations work best for formal occasions such as weddings, bridal showers, or upscale events where appearance is just as important as taste. Since these elements are usually more delicate or decorative than adding too much flavor, it’s best to use them sparingly.