Homemade Marshmallows Recipe
Description: Indulge in the delight of making your very own Homemade Marshmallows with this easy-to-follow recipe from lovewithrecipes.com. These fluffy, pillowy treats are perfect for satisfying your sweet tooth and sharing with loved ones.
Recipe Category: Candy 🍬
Keywords: Dessert, Toddler Friendly, Kid Friendly, Free Of…, Winter, Christmas, Thanksgiving, Weeknight 🎄🍬👶
Preparation Time: 1 hour
Cooking Time: 24 hours
Total Time: 25 hours
Yield: 40 marshmallows
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 56.5
- Fat Content: 0g
- Saturated Fat Content: 0g
- Cholesterol Content: 0mg
- Sodium Content: 21mg
- Carbohydrate Content: 14.1g
- Fiber Content: 0g
- Sugar Content: 9.8g
- Protein Content: 0.4g
Ingredients:
- 2 1/2 tablespoons unflavored gelatin
- 1/2 cup cold water
- 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
- 1 cup light corn syrup
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup water
- 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
- Confectioners’ sugar (for dusting)
Instructions:
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Prepare Gelatin Mixture: Begin by combining the unflavored gelatin and 1/2 cup of cold water in the bowl of an electric mixer fitted with a whisk attachment.
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Allow Gelatin to Soften: Let the gelatin mixture stand for about 30 minutes, allowing it to soften and bloom.
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Prepare Syrup Mixture: In a small heavy saucepan, combine the granulated sugar, corn syrup, salt, and 1/2 cup of water. Place the saucepan over low heat and stir continuously until the sugar has completely dissolved.
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Prevent Crystallization: To prevent crystallization, use a wet pastry brush to wash down the sides of the pan, ensuring all sugar crystals are dissolved.
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Heat Syrup: Attach a candy thermometer to the saucepan and raise the heat to high. Cook the syrup mixture without stirring until it reaches 244°F (firm ball stage).
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Remove from Heat: Once the syrup reaches the desired temperature, immediately remove the saucepan from the heat.
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Combine Syrup and Gelatin: With the electric mixer on low speed, slowly and carefully pour the hot syrup into the softened gelatin mixture.
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Whip Mixture: Increase the mixer speed to high and beat the mixture until it becomes very thick, white, and has almost tripled in volume. This process should take about 15 minutes.
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Add Vanilla: Once the mixture has thickened, add the pure vanilla extract and continue to beat until fully incorporated.
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Prepare Pan: Generously dust an 8×12 inch glass baking pan with confectioners’ sugar, ensuring an even coating.
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Transfer Mixture: Pour the marshmallow mixture into the prepared pan, spreading it out evenly with a spatula.
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Dust with Sugar: Dust the top of the marshmallow mixture with additional confectioners’ sugar, covering it completely.
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Allow to Set: Let the marshmallow mixture stand uncovered overnight to dry out and set completely.
Enjoy Your Homemade Marshmallows! 🍬😋
These delightful Homemade Marshmallows are perfect for snacking, adding to hot cocoa, or sharing with friends and family during festive occasions. Enjoy the fluffy texture and sweet flavor of these homemade treats!
