Description
These Strawberry Pink Marshmallows are soft, fluffy, and bursting with fruity flavor. Made with real strawberry puree and a hint of vanilla, they’re perfect for sweet treats, hot cocoa, or gifting. A homemade twist on classic marshmallows with a gorgeous pink hue!
Ingredients
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- 1/2 cup strawberry puree (from fresh or frozen strawberries)
- 2 1/2 tbsp unflavored gelatin (about 3 packets)
- 1/2 cup cold water (for blooming gelatin)
- 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup light corn syrup
- 1/4 cup water (for syrup)
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- Pink food coloring (optional)
- Powdered sugar + cornstarch (1/4 cup each, for dusting)
Instructions
- Prepare the pan:
- Line an 8×8 inch pan with parchment paper. Lightly dust with the powdered sugar and cornstarch mixture.
- Bloom the gelatin:
- In the bowl of a stand mixer, combine strawberry puree and cold water. Sprinkle gelatin over it and let bloom for 10 minutes.
- Make the syrup:
- In a saucepan, combine granulated sugar, corn syrup, water, and salt. Heat over medium heat, stirring until sugar dissolves. Increase heat and bring to 240°F (soft ball stage) using a candy thermometer.
- Whip the mixture:
- With the mixer on low, slowly pour the hot syrup into the bloomed gelatin. Increase speed to high and whip for 10-12 minutes until thick, glossy, and tripled in volume. Add vanilla and pink food coloring if desired.
- Set and cure:
- Pour into prepared pan, smooth the top, and dust with more powdered sugar mix. Let sit uncovered at room temperature for at least 6 hours or overnight.
- Cut and coat:
- Use a greased knife or cutter to slice into squares. Toss each marshmallow in the powdered sugar and cornstarch mix to prevent sticking.
Notes
- Store in an airtight container for up to 1 week.
- For extra strawberry flavor, add freeze-dried strawberry powder.
- No stand mixer? A hand mixer will work, just takes more time and care.
Nutrition
- Calories: 35 kcal
- Sugar: 7 g
- Sodium: 10 mg
- Fat: 0 g
- Saturated Fat: 0 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 8 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 0.5 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg
