Yummy homemade marshmallows with peppermint, tossed in powdered sugar and ready to eat just on their own, or dropped into a steaming hot mug of hot chocolate! Top with crushed candy cane and cocoa powder.
I always thought that making marshmallows would be like pulling taffy. A long and sticky pain in the butt process that might not yield the best results.
How wrong I was! Making these peppermint marshmallows is like riding a bike - with training wheels. It's like driving an automatic. It's like grilling hot dogs! It's EASY!
And my favorite part? The texture, I love tossing them in the powdered sugar after they're cut. No stickiness, just fluffy little squishy squares that can take on pretty much any kind of flavor you throw at them.
Slice into strips and then individual peppermint marshmallow squares
Can I make these the day before?
Definitely make these ahead of time, I made them the night before I actually needed them so they were perfect for cutting the next day. Also loosely cover them with a clean towel if you leave them overnight.
I skipped this part the last time i made them and they turned wrinkly on the surface.
What makes marshmallows soft and squishy?
Gelatin is the key ingredient in making homemade marshmallows. When gelatin is dissolved and added to other ingredients, it will regain it's structure and act as a binding agent for the rest of the ingredients making them soft but still able to hold their shape.
How long do homemade marshmallows last for?
They last for a very long time as long as they are covered or sealed from any air which will dry them out.
Can I add chocolate to my marshmallows?
Chocolate marshmallows are a great idea for a recipe and especially if you add them to rich mugs of hot chocolate.
Are marshmallows sticky after they set?
No, the texture is more like a sponge and with a light dusting of powdered sugar cutting is easy with a sharp knife.
Fun ways to eat homemade marshmallows
- The traditional way is to top a mug of rich hot chocolate with a marshmallow and let it melt as you drink it.
- S'mores are fantastic with homemade marshmallows.
- Dipped in chocolate.
- Top with caramel and cover with melted chocolate for a delicious scotchmallow.
- Sprinkle one side with sugar and broil under the grill for a crispy creme brûlée style marshmallow.
