Have you ever craved that super soft, pillowy marshmallow you find in the US? Today, we are going to teach you how to make a delicious homemade marshmallow recipe. It is remarkably similar to the famous store-bought brands, incredibly easy to make, and I’m sure you’ll love it.
Ingredients for Homemade Marshmallows:
- 30g (approx. 4 envelopes) unflavored gelatin
- 1/2 cup water at room temperature (to bloom the gelatin)
- 1 ¼ cups granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup water
- 1 tablespoon vanilla extract (or your favorite flavor)
- Food coloring if you want to add some color (optional)
How to Make Homemade Marshmallows:
- Bloom the unflavored gelatin in 1/2 cup of water and set aside.
- In a saucepan, combine the granulated sugar and 1/2 cup of water. Cook over medium heat until it reaches the soft-ball stage (approx. 235°F–240°F).
- Remove the pan from the heat and add the bloomed gelatin, stirring well until completely dissolved.
- Add the vanilla extract (or your chosen flavor) and mix.
- Transfer the mixture to a stand mixer and beat on high speed for approximately 10 minutes, until it reaches a fluffy, marshmallow-like consistency.
- If desired, divide the mixture into two parts and add food coloring to one part for a colorful effect.
- Pour the marshmallow into a pan greased with butter and dusted with powdered sugar (confectioners’ sugar).
- Let the marshmallow rest until set.
- Cut into cubes or use fun cookie cutters for a special touch.
Pro Tip:
Feel free to experiment with different flavors by adding fruit extracts to the recipe, such as strawberry, raspberry, or lemon. Let your creativity shine and personalize your homemade marshmallows!
Fun Fact:
Did you know that marshmallows were invented over 2,000 years ago by the ancient Egyptians? Originally, the recipe was made with the sap of a plant called Althaea officinalis. Today, we can enjoy this treat right at home in a fun, customizable way!
Now that you know how to make delicious homemade marshmallows, be sure to share this recipe with your friends and family. They will love this soft and tasty treat!
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