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Homemade Peppermint Marshmallows

Yield: 48 (1.5x1.5 inch pieces)
Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 5 minutes
Total Time: 25 minutes

Sweet pillows of fluffy, marshmallow flavored with mint.  Any easy homemade marshmallow recipe ready in under an hour.

Ingredients

Gelatin mixture:

  • 2 1/2 tbsp unflavored gelatin, 3 individual packs
  • 1/2 cup cold water

Sugar mixture:

  • 1/2 cup water
  • 1/3 cup corn syrup
  • 2 cups sugar
  • 1/2 tsp salt

Peppermint marshmallows:

  • 1 tsp peppermint OIL, or 2 tsp peppermint EXTRACT
  • 8-12 drops green food coloring

Instructions

Gelatin Mixture:

  1. Pour cold water into stand mixer. Sprinkle gelatin over water. Allow to soften at least 10 minutes.

Sugar Mixture:

  1. Add water, corn syrup, salt, and sugar in medium-sized pot. Make sure to pour sugar into center of pot to avoid sugar crystals from getting on sides of pot.  
  2. Heat over medium-high heat for about 6-8 minutes until mixture hits 240 degrees Fahrenheit. 

Peppermint Marshmallows:

  1. Make an aluminum foil sling inside pan. For thinner marshmallows, use a 9x13 inch pan. For thicker marshmallows, use a 7x11 inch pan. Spray foil with oil spray to avoid sticking.
  2. Break up gelatin. With mixer on slow speed, slowly pour hot sugar mixture over gelatin.  
  3. Turn mixer to fast and whip for 8 minutes. Mixture will become white, fluffy and shiny. Reduce speed and add color and flavoring.
  4. Return speed to fast and whip for an additional 2 to 4 minutes. 
  5. Immediately pour marshmallow mixture into prepared pan. Smooth and let cool. As it sets the marshmallow will become firm. Allow to cool at room temperature for 4-6 hours or in freezer for 30-45 minutes or until set.
  6. Heavily sprinkle powdered sugar on top of marshmallow. Remove marshmallow from pan. Cut into desired shapes and sizes using warmed metal cookie cutters or a greased chef's knife. 
  7. Store in an airtight container. Will last for 4-6 weeks in fridge or 1-2 weeks at room temperature.

Notes

  • To make vanilla marshmallows, omit peppermint flavoring. Add 1 tablespoon high-quality vanilla.
  • Make marshmallow pops by placing marshmallow on stick. Refrigerate for 1 hour then dip in melted chocolate. Add sprinkles for a fun, festive twist.
  • Dip one side of marshmallow in chocolate and add sprinkles for a quick and easy festive treat. 
  • Add to hot cocoa for a minty twist.

Nutrition Information:
Yield: 48 Serving Size: 1
Amount Per Serving: Calories: 43Total Fat: 0gSaturated Fat: 0gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 0gCholesterol: 0mgSodium: 27mgCarbohydrates: 10gFiber: 0gSugar: 10gProtein: 0g
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Category: Desserts
Easy Homemade Peppermint Marshmallows | Kitchen Cents OP: 3.12.18                                          Updated: 2.26.19

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    • Rachel says

      You should! They will L-O-V-E love them! My girls love marshmallows but especially love homemade marshmallows because we can get crazy with the flavors. Strawberry is another favorite of theirs. I think we’re going to try cotton candy next because who doesn’t love a sweet, fluff ball of sugar that tastes like cotton candy. 😀

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