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Marshmallow Recipe

Marshmallow Recipe


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  • Total Time: 1 hour 25 minutes
  • Yield: 8 1x

Description

Sweet, pillowy marshmallow clouds drift from classic confectionery traditions into homemade magic. Silky homemade marshmallows melt with pure sugary comfort, inviting you to savor each cloud-like bite of delightful goodness.


Ingredients

Scale

Main Ingredients:

  • 900 grams (31.7 ounces) granulated sugar
  • 4 large egg whites
  • 18 sheets gelatine
  • 200 grams (7.1 ounces) dark chocolate
  • 100 milliliters (3.4 fluid ounces) double cream

Binding and Flavor Ingredients:

  • 2 tablespoons liquid glucose
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 75 grams (2.6 ounces) caster sugar
  • 6 tablespoons icing sugar
  • 6 tablespoons cornflour
  • 25 grams (0.9 ounces) butter

Liquid and Preparation Ingredients:

  • 400 milliliters (13.5 fluid ounces) water
  • 50 milliliters (1.7 fluid ounces) water
  • Vegetable oil for greasing

Instructions

  1. Combine sugar, glucose, and water in a saucepan, heating to precisely 116°C while stirring occasionally.
  2. Whip egg whites until they form stiff, glossy peaks using an electric mixer.
  3. Thoroughly drain gelatine sheets, then fold them into the hot sugar syrup.
  4. Gently incorporate whisked egg whites and vanilla extract into the gelatine mixture, creating a smooth, fluffy consistency.
  5. Prepare a 20cm x 20cm pan by lining it with cling film, ensuring excess film hangs over the edges. Lightly dust the film with a mixture of salt and sugar.
  6. Carefully pour the marshmallow mixture into the prepared pan, spreading evenly with a spatula. Allow to set at room temperature for 60 minutes.
  7. Create a rich chocolate sauce by gently warming chocolate ingredients in a separate pan, stirring until smooth and glossy.
  8. Using the overhanging cling film, lift the set marshmallow from the pan and transfer to a cutting surface. Remove the film, slice into desired shapes, and drizzle with the prepared chocolate sauce before serving.

Notes

  • Choose corn syrup or golden syrup as a glucose alternative for smoother texture and consistent sweetness.
  • Ensure candy thermometer is accurate to hit precise 116°C for perfect sugar syrup consistency.
  • Use powdered sugar and cornstarch mixture for dusting to prevent marshmallows from becoming sticky and clumping together.
  • Whip egg whites to stiff peaks slowly and steadily to create maximum volume and light, airy marshmallow texture.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Category: Snacks, Desserts
  • Method: Boiling
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 8
  • Calories: 291
  • Sugar: 49 g
  • Sodium: 3 mg
  • Fat: 7 g
  • Saturated Fat: 4 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 2 g
  • Trans Fat: 0 g
  • Carbohydrates: 54 g
  • Fiber: 2 g
  • Protein: 3 g
  • Cholesterol: 30 mg