Description
These Strawberry Swirl Marshmallows are a delightful treat with a light and fluffy texture, infused with strawberry flavor, and easy to make. Perfect for snacks or desserts, they’re simply irresistible!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1/4 cup powdered sugar
- 2 tablespoons cornstarch
- 2 packets of unflavored gelatin
- 1 cup water divided
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup light corn syrup
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 3 ounces strawberry jello
- 3 teaspoons strawberry extract
- 2 drops red gel food coloring
Instructions
- In a small bowl, add unflavored gelatin and 1/2 cup of water. Let it bloom.
- In a large saucepan, combine sugar, corn syrup, remaining 1/2 cup water, and salt. Heat over medium until it reaches 240°F.
- Stir in strawberry jello until well mixed.
- Transfer bloomed gelatin to a stand mixer bowl and pour the hot sugar mixture slowly to dissolve gelatin.
- Whip the mixture with the whisk attachment for 8 to 10 minutes until it becomes fluffy and stiff.
- Prepare an 8×8 inch square pan by lightly spraying it with nonstick baking spray.
- Mix together powdered sugar and cornstarch in a small bowl, reserving half for dusting.
- Dust the greased pan with the powdered sugar and cornstarch mixture.
- In the last minute of whipping, add strawberry extract and food coloring, continuing to beat well.
- Pour the marshmallow mixture into the prepared pan.
- For a red swirl, add 1 to 2 drops of food coloring and use a skewer to create a swirl effect.
- Cover the marshmallows with the remaining powdered sugar/cornstarch mixture.
- Allow the marshmallows to rest for at least 4 hours to firm up, preferably overnight.
- Cut the marshmallows into 12 pieces using a sharp knife or pizza cutter. Dust the knife with powdered sugar/cornstarch to prevent sticking if necessary.
- Toss the marshmallows in additional powdered sugar to keep the sides from sticking.
Notes
For a stronger strawberry flavor, consider using more strawberry extract.
Ensure the gelatin is completely bloomed for the best texture.
Store leftovers in an airtight container to maintain freshness.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 marshmallow
- Calories: 50
- Sugar: 11g
- Sodium: 10mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 13g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg