Description
Delight in these whimsical Mint Snowman Marshmallows, featuring a refreshing mint flavor and festive decoration that’s perfect for holiday treats or fun gatherings. These homemade marshmallows are light, fluffy, and decorated with colorful candy melts and chocolate to create charming snowman faces.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 tbsp gelatin (1 envelope)
- 1 cup sugar
- 2 tbsp corn syrup
- 1 pinch salt
- 1/4 tsp mint extract
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 1/4 cup orange candy melts
- 1/4 cup dark chocolate, chopped
Instructions
- Sprinkle the gelatin over a small amount of cold water and let it bloom for about 5 minutes until it becomes soft and spongy.
- In a saucepan, combine sugar, corn syrup, salt, and about 1/2 cup of water. Heat over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until the sugar dissolves. Then bring it to a boil and cook until it reaches about 240°F (soft-ball stage) on a candy thermometer.
- Remove the sugar syrup from heat and immediately add the bloomed gelatin, stirring until fully dissolved. Add the mint extract and mix well.
- Pour the hot mixture into a stand mixer bowl and whip on high speed for approximately 10-15 minutes, until the mixture triples in size and has a thick, glossy texture.
- Dust a baking pan or silicone mat generously with powdered sugar. Spread the marshmallow mixture evenly into the pan, smooth the top, and dust more powdered sugar on top. Let it sit uncovered at room temperature for at least 4 hours or overnight to set completely.
- Once set, use a sharp knife dusted with powdered sugar to cut marshmallows into snowman shapes or desired sizes (approximately 25 pieces).
- Melt orange candy melts in a microwave-safe bowl in short intervals, stirring frequently until smooth. Use a small spoon or piping bag to add nose details to the marshmallows. Melt dark chocolate similarly and pipe eyes, mouth, and buttons to complete the snowman faces.
- Allow the decorated marshmallows to rest until the candy melts and chocolate harden before serving or storing.
Notes
- Store in an airtight container for freshness.
- Use various colors of candy melts for different designs.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Candy Making
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 marshmallow
- Calories: 52 kcal
- Sugar: 12 g
- Sodium: 0.5 mg
- Fat: 0.5 g
- Saturated Fat: 0 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 12.5 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 0.3 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg