Homemade Marshmallows No Corn Syrup
Fluffy, pillowy, and surprisingly easy to make, these Homemade Marshmallows Without Corn Syrup are a game-changer for your sweet treats! Made with simple pantry staples like granulated sugar, honey, and powdered gelatin, this recipe ditches corn syrup for a more natural sweetness while maintaining the soft, melt-in-your-mouth texture you love. Perfect for s'mores, hot cocoa, or snacking on their own, these marshmallows whip up beautifully in just over half an hour of active time. With a touch of vanilla and a hint of salt to balance the flavors, they’re a deliciously customizable treat. Best of all, the instructions include a straightforward candy thermometer technique that ensures a foolproof result, even for beginners. Dust them with a light coating of powdered sugar and cornstarch, and you’ve got homemade marshmallow perfection to enjoy or gift!
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Ingredients
- 3 tablespoons Powdered gelatin
- 0.5 cup Cold water (for blooming gelatin)
- 2 cups Granulated sugar
- 0.5 cup Water (for syrup)
- 0.25 cup Honey
- 2 teaspoons Vanilla extract
- 0.25 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 cup Powdered sugar
- 0.25 cup Cornstarch
Directions
Step 1
In a small bowl, mix the powdered gelatin with 1/2 cup of cold water. Stir to combine and let it bloom for 10 minutes.
Step 2
In a medium saucepan, combine granulated sugar, 1/2 cup water, and honey. Heat on medium, stirring gently, until the sugar is dissolved.
Step 3
Attach a candy thermometer to the pan. Increase the heat and bring the mixture to a boil without stirring until it reaches 240°F (soft-ball stage). Immediately remove from heat.
Step 4
Pour the hot syrup over the bloomed gelatin in a large mixing bowl or the bowl of a stand mixer. Whisk on low to combine and dissolve the gelatin.
Step 5
Increase the mixer speed to high and whip for 10-12 minutes, or until the mixture triples in volume, thickens, and turns opaque. Add vanilla extract and salt in the last minute of whipping.
Step 6
While mixing, prepare a 9x9-inch pan by lightly greasing it with oil or nonstick spray. Mix powdered sugar and cornstarch in a small bowl and dust the pan generously with this mixture.
Step 7
Spread the marshmallow mixture evenly into the prepared pan, using a greased spatula to smooth the top.
Step 8
Dust the top of the marshmallows with more of the powdered sugar and cornstarch mixture. Let the marshmallows set for at least 4 hours or overnight at room temperature.
Step 9
Once set, turn the marshmallows out onto a surface dusted with the powdered sugar mixture. Cut into squares using a greased knife or pizza cutter.
Step 10
Toss the cut marshmallows in the remaining powdered sugar mixture to coat all sides. Store in an airtight container for up to 1 week.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (783.5g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1999.0 |
| Total Fat 0.0g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 0.0g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 647.5mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 494.8g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 0.1g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 479.3g | |
| Protein 24.3g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 4.7mg | 0% |
| Iron 0.4mg | 0% |
| Potassium 54.3mg | 0% |
Source of Calories