Description
Create fluffy and delicious homemade marshmallows inspired by the iconic Stay Puft Marshmallow Man from Ghostbusters. These easy-to-make treats are perfect for parties, hot chocolate, or s’mores, offering a nostalgic and customizable dessert experience.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup corn syrup
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 cup water
- 2 large egg whites
- 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 1/4 cup cornstarch
Instructions
- Combine granulated sugar, corn syrup, salt, and water in a medium saucepan. Heat over medium heat, stirring until sugar dissolves. Bring to a gentle boil.
- In a separate mixing bowl, beat egg whites with an electric mixer until stiff peaks form.
- Gradually pour the hot syrup into the beaten egg whites while continuing to beat on medium speed for 3-5 minutes.
- Add vanilla extract and beat for another 5-7 minutes until the mixture is thick, glossy, and fluffy.
- Grease a baking pan and spread the marshmallow mixture evenly into it. Smooth the top.
- Let the marshmallows set at room temperature for at least 4 hours, or preferably overnight.
- Dust a clean surface with a mixture of powdered sugar and cornstarch.
- Carefully remove the marshmallow block from the pan, cut into squares, and roll each square in the powdered sugar and cornstarch mixture.
Notes
- Add food coloring for a fun twist.
- Store in an airtight container for freshness.
- These marshmallows can be used in hot chocolate or s’mores.
- For a minty flavor, add peppermint extract. For a chocolate flavor, add mini chocolate chips.
- Consider fruit extracts like strawberry or raspberry for different flavor profiles.
- For colorful layers, divide the mixture and add different food coloring to each portion before layering in the pan.
- Add crushed nuts or sprinkles before the marshmallows set for extra texture and decoration.
- Roll cut marshmallows in toasted coconut flakes for a tropical twist.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 marshmallow
- Calories: 50
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 5mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 13g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg