Description
Cotton candy marshmallows bring whimsical nostalgia to classic dessert lovers. Silky smooth cubes melt with sugary childhood memories, promising pure delight for those craving playful sweetness.
Ingredients
Scale
Marshmallow Base:
- 3 tablespoons (45 ml) unflavored gelatin
- 1/2 cup (120 ml) cold water
- 1 1/2 cups (300 g) granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup (120 ml) corn syrup
- 1/2 cup (120 ml) water
Flavoring and Color:
- 1 teaspoon (5 ml) cotton candy flavoring
- Few drops of pink or blue food coloring
Coating:
- 1/4 cup (30 g) powdered sugar
Instructions
- Prepare a baking dish by generously coating it with non-stick spray and dusting with powdered sugar to prevent sticking.
- Pour cold water into the stand mixer bowl and sprinkle gelatin evenly across the surface, allowing it to hydrate and soften for approximately 5 minutes.
- In a heavy-bottomed saucepan, combine sugar, corn syrup, and remaining water, stirring gently to ensure sugar dissolves without crystallizing.
- Heat the sugar mixture over medium-high heat, avoiding stirring, and allow it to reach 240°F on a candy thermometer, which indicates the soft-ball stage.
- Activate the stand mixer with the gelatin mixture and slowly stream the scalding sugar syrup down the side of the bowl, mixing on low speed to prevent splattering.
- Gradually increase mixer speed to high, whipping the mixture until it transforms into a thick, glossy, and voluminous marshmallow cream, which takes about 12-15 minutes.
- Incorporate cotton candy flavoring and food coloring, blending until the mixture is uniformly pale pink and fragrant.
- Quickly transfer the marshmallow mixture into the prepared pan, using a silicone spatula to spread it evenly and smoothly.
- Allow the marshmallow to set at room temperature for 4-6 hours, or preferably overnight, until it becomes firm and stable.
- Dust a cutting surface with powdered sugar, then carefully unmold the marshmallow and slice into delicate, cloud-like cubes using a sharp knife coated in powdered sugar.
- Roll each marshmallow piece in additional powdered sugar to prevent sticking and create a delicate, ethereal coating.
Notes
- Bloom gelatin carefully to create a smooth, uniform texture that prevents lumpy marshmallows.
- Use fresh, high-quality gelatin for the most stable and elastic marshmallow structure.
- Experiment with different cotton candy extracts or flavored sugars to enhance the playful, nostalgic taste profile.
- Line your pan with extra parchment paper for easier removal and cleaner cutting of marshmallow squares.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Desserts, Snacks
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 12
- Calories: 90
- Sugar: 19g
- Sodium: 0mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg