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Homemade Marshmallows

Jun 21, 2024 · 9 Comments

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Marshmallows are so much fun that I had to share my rendition of them with you, along with all my tips. And of course they go great with my recipe for graham crackers and homemade chocolate when you're feeling the need for s'mores.

What I love about this recipe: the ingredient list is short and sweet. And it has the texture you expect of a marshmallow. The flavor will depend on the sweetener you use so for honey aim for a very mild-flavored, light-colored version.

The most important step is to make sure you've boiled the honey to a high enough temperature so that it sets well. It's not hard to do though—either use a candy thermometer or let it boil for about 15 minutes, keeping it steady at relatively high heat without it foaming or boiling over.

You'll definitely want parchment paper and something to dust the marshmallows with to prevent them from sticking to your fingers and everything else. Traditionally powdered sugar is used but I opt for coconut flour. You can also dust the marshmallows with a starch, such as arrowroot or tapioca, cocoa powder, ground cinnamon, or toasted shredded coconut.

You also want to plan ahead: you'll need to let the marshmallows set at room temperature for at about 6 hours before you can slice them. Enjoy!

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Homemade Marshmallows

You'll want something to dust the marshmallows with when cutting and storing them because they're sticky. Traditionally, powdered sugar is used; I use coconut flour or you can use a starch such as arrowroot or tapioca. For a more flavorful dusting, try cacao powder or crushed freeze dried raspberries or other dried berries.
Note: I removed the option to use agar agar powder instead of gelatin and maple syrup instead of honey because it was not consistently working well for me.
Servings: 25 marshmallows
Calories: 44kcal

Equipment

  • standing mixer with whisk attachment or electric hand mixer with whisk attachment
  • parchment paper

Ingredients

  • 1 cup water warm
  • 3 tablespoons gelatin Knox or other unflavored gelatin
  • 1 cup raw honey light color, mild-flavored; or use maple syrup
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

For dusting the marshmallows

  • ½ cup coconut flour or a starch such as arrow root, tapioca, or powdered sweetener; or cacao powder or toasted shredded coconut

Instructions

  • Line an 8 inch x 8 inch baking pan with parchment paper, covering the sides and the bottom.
  • Place the gelatin in the bowl of a standing mixer with a whisk attachment (or hand mixer).
  • Pour ½ cup of the water over the gelatin and put it aside for a few minutes to absorb the water.
  • Add the ½ cup of the remaining water and the honey to a saucepan and place it on a medium heat.
  • Bring to a steady boil without letting it foam over the saucepan. Boil the honey mixture for about 15 minutes, or use a candy thermometer to bring it to about 240℉.
  • Slowly pour the hot honey mixture over the gelatin and then add the vanilla extract.
  • Start whisking the mixture and slowly increase the speed to medium-high and let it go for about 10 minutes.The mixture will go from dark honey to creamy white and become lighter and creamy when ready.
  • Soon after you stop the mixer, use a spatula to transfer the marshmallow creme to your prepared pan.
  • Cool and let the marshmallows set for about 6 hours at room temperature. When you can move the marshmallow edges away from the parchment paper, you're ready to slice up the marshmallows.
  • Life the parchment paper out of the pan. To slice the marshmallows, either grease the edge of a sharp knife with oil or dust it with coconut flour. You'll have to repeat a few times as you slice them.
  • Serve immediately or store in an airtight container for a few weeks at room temperature or in the refrigerator. I layer them with parchment paper and coat them with coconut flour before storing them.

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Nutrition

Calories: 44kcal | Carbohydrates: 11g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 0.001g | Sodium: 3mg | Potassium: 7mg | Fiber: 0.03g | Sugar: 11g | Vitamin C: 0.1mg | Calcium: 2mg | Iron: 0.1mg
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  1. Charity West says

    February 12, 2025 at 1:00 am

    This is a fool proof recipe. I didn’t use a candy thermometer. Instead of using a water I used a marshmallow root, raspberry tea & hibiscus infusion. I was hoping it would turn out pink, unfortunately it didn’t. Next time I’ll try some beet powder for colour. The marshmallows were forming stiff peaks by 7minutes. Used arrowroot to dust. Set really quickly (within 1.5 hours) and tastes delicious. Thank you. I look forward to trying more of your recipes.

    Reply
    • Erica says

      February 12, 2025 at 4:43 am

      Thanks, Charity! Love the idea of hibiscus. I've never used marshmallow root, and I'm guessing you created an infused "tea" which sounds amazing. Yes, beetroot powder (which I want to try) or food coloring are ways that I know of to really turn the marshmallows pink.

      Reply
  2. Deb P says

    January 03, 2025 at 3:36 am

    Can these marshmallows be used to make rice crispy treats?

    Reply
    • Erica says

      January 03, 2025 at 8:36 am

      Hi Deb, yes you can absolutely use this to make rice crispy treats.

      Reply
  3. Virginia Warren says

    December 25, 2024 at 11:58 am

    5 stars
    Love this with the Mexican Hot Chocolate.

    Reply
    • Erica says

      December 25, 2024 at 12:33 pm

      Thanks, Virginia, me too!

      Reply
  4. Rachel Sowards says

    July 02, 2024 at 5:15 pm

    5 stars
    We dust our marshmallows in cocoa powder. Yum!

    Reply
    • Erica says

      July 02, 2024 at 7:54 pm

      Yum, indeed!

      Reply
    • Kristi McCollom says

      July 07, 2024 at 6:57 am

      Why haven’t I thought to do that?! Great idea

      Reply

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