3-Ingredient Fluffy Homemade Marshmallow Recipe You’ll Love
Incredibly fluffy homemade marshmallows made from scratch with a soft, pillowy texture and clean vanilla sweetness. This classic treat feels magical to make and delivers far better flavor and texture than store-bought versions.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 4 hours 30 minutes
- Yield: 24 marshmallows
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Candy Making
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Low Fat
Ingredients
1 cup granulated sugar
1/2 cup light corn syrup
1/4 cup water
1/4 teaspoon salt
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
2 large egg whites
1 tablespoon powdered gelatin
1/4 cup cold water (for gelatin)
1/4 cup powdered sugar (for dusting)
1/4 cup cornstarch (for dusting)
Instructions
- Bloom the gelatin by mixing it with 1/4 cup cold water and letting it sit for 5 minutes.
- In a saucepan, combine granulated sugar, corn syrup, 1/4 cup water, and salt. Heat until the mixture reaches 240°F (115°C).
- While the syrup cooks, whip the egg whites until stiff peaks form.
- Slowly pour the hot syrup into the whipped egg whites while mixing on low speed.
- Add the bloomed gelatin and vanilla extract.
- Increase speed and whip until the mixture becomes thick, glossy, and fluffy.
- Pour the marshmallow mixture into a greased pan dusted with powdered sugar and cornstarch.
- Smooth the top and let set for at least 4 hours or overnight.
- Cut into squares and coat with additional powdered sugar and cornstarch.
Notes
Use a candy thermometer for accurate syrup temperature.
Blooming gelatin ensures a smooth, fluffy texture.
Dust generously to prevent sticking.
Do not refrigerate, as moisture affects texture.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 marshmallow
- Calories: 85
- Sugar: 17g
- Sodium: 25mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 21g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
