Homegrown Marshmallows

Elevate your homemade treats with these irresistibly fluffy Homegrown Marshmallows! Made from scratch with simple pantry staples like unflavored gelatin, granulated sugar, and a touch of vanilla, this recipe is a delightful blend of artistry and sweetness. Perfectly soft and pillowy, these marshmallows come together with a hands-on candy-making process, including whipping the mixture to fluffy perfection and dusting the finished treats in a powdered sugar-cornstarch coating for that classic, non-sticky texture. Whether you’re toasting them over a fire, stirring them into hot chocolate, or giving them as edible gifts, these homemade marshmallows are sure to impress. Plus, they’re free of preservatives and adaptable for creative flavors or shapes!

Nutriscore Rating: 50/100

Prep Time:30 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 24

Ingredients

• 3 packets Unflavored gelatin
• 1 cup Cold water
• 2 cups Granulated sugar
• 1 cup Light corn syrup
• 0.25 teaspoons Salt
• 1.5 teaspoons Vanilla extract
• 0.5 cup Powdered sugar
• 0.5 cup Cornstarch
• 1 for greasing Nonstick cooking spray

Directions

Step 1

In the bowl of a stand mixer, combine 1/2 cup of cold water and the gelatin. Allow it to bloom for about 10 minutes while you prepare the syrup.

Step 2

In a medium saucepan over medium-high heat, stir together the granulated sugar, corn syrup, salt, and the remaining 1/2 cup of cold water. Bring the mixture to a boil, stirring occasionally, until the sugar dissolves.

Step 3

Once the sugar has dissolved, stop stirring and attach a candy thermometer to the saucepan. Continue boiling the mixture until it reaches 240°F (soft ball stage). Immediately remove the saucepan from the heat.

Step 4

Turn the stand mixer on low speed and while mixing, carefully pour the hot syrup mixture into the bloomed gelatin. Gradually increase the mixer speed to high and beat for 10-12 minutes, or until the mixture becomes thick, white, and fluffy. Add the vanilla extract in the last minute of mixing.

Step 5

While the marshmallow mixture is being whipped, prepare a 9x13-inch baking dish by spraying it generously with nonstick cooking spray. Combine the powdered sugar and cornstarch in a bowl, then dust some of the mixture over the greased pan to coat the surface evenly. Save the remaining mixture for later.

Step 6

When the marshmallow mixture is ready, use a greased spatula to spread it evenly into the prepared pan. Dust the top with more of the powdered sugar-cornstarch mixture. Allow the marshmallows to set at room temperature for at least 4 hours or overnight.

Step 7

Once set, turn the marshmallow slab out onto a clean surface dusted with the powdered sugar-cornstarch mixture. Use a sharp knife or pizza wheel dusted with the mixture to cut the slab into your desired marshmallow shapes.

Step 8

Coat all the marshmallow pieces with the remaining powdered sugar-cornstarch mixture to prevent sticking. Store the marshmallows in an airtight container for up to 2 weeks.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1002.8 grams (1002.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2693

Total Fat 4.00g	5%
Saturated Fat 0.00g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.00g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 676mg	29%
Total Carbohydrate 667.50g	243%
Dietary Fiber 0.30g	1%
Total Sugars 637.10g
Protein 18.10g	36%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 12mg	1%
Iron 0mg	1%
Potassium 19mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 1.3%

Protein: 2.6%

Carbs: 96.1%