Easter is a time for celebration and indulgence, and what better way to satisfy your sweet tooth than with a batch of homemade Easter marshmallows? These fluffy, pillowy treats are a must-have for any holiday gathering and are sure to impress your friends and family. Not to mention, making your own marshmallows is surprisingly easy and allows you to customize them with your favorite flavors and shapes. So, put on your apron and get ready to whip up a batch of these irresistible Easter marshmallows.
Ingredients:
For the marshmallows:
- 3 packets of unflavored gelatin
- 1 cup of cold water
- 1 1/2 cups of granulated sugar
- 1 cup of corn syrup
- 1/4 teaspoon of salt
- 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract
- Food coloring (optional)
- Powdered sugar for dusting
For the decorations:
- 1 cup of white chocolate chips
- Food coloring (optional)
- Decorative sprinkles or sugar crystals
Instructions:
1. Prepare the pan
Start by lining a 9x13 inch pan with parchment paper and lightly dusting it with powdered sugar. This will prevent the marshmallows from sticking to the pan.
2. Bloom the gelatin
In a large mixing bowl, combine the gelatin and cold water. Let it sit for 10 minutes to bloom.
3. Make the sugar syrup
In a medium saucepan, combine the sugar, corn syrup, and salt. Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until the sugar is completely dissolved.
4. Combine the mixtures
Slowly pour the hot sugar syrup into the bloomed gelatin while continuously whisking. Be careful as the mixture will be very hot.
5. Add vanilla and food coloring
Stir in the vanilla extract and food coloring, if desired. This is where you can get creative and use different colors for your marshmallows.
6. Beat the mixture
Using an electric mixer, beat the mixture on high speed for about 10 minutes, until it becomes thick and fluffy. It should hold its shape when you lift the whisk.
7. Transfer to the pan
Pour the marshmallow mixture into the prepared pan and smooth out the top with a spatula. Dust the top with powdered sugar and let it set for at least 4 hours or overnight.
8. Cut the marshmallows
Once the marshmallows have set, lift them out of the pan using the parchment paper and place them on a cutting board. Cut them into desired shapes using a sharp knife or cookie cutters.
9. Decorate
Melt the white chocolate chips in the microwave or in a double boiler. Add food coloring, if desired, to create different colors. Dip the marshmallows in the melted chocolate and decorate with sprinkles or sugar crystals.
10. Enjoy!
Your homemade Easter marshmallows are now ready to be enjoyed! They make for a delightful addition to any Easter basket or as a sweet treat to share with loved ones.
Now that you have the perfect Easter marshmallows recipe, get creative with different flavors and decorations to make them truly unique. Your family and friends will be impressed by your homemade marshmallows and you'll have a delicious and festive treat to enjoy during the holiday season.
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<intro>Easter is a time for celebration and indulgence, and what better way to satisfy your sweet tooth than with a batch of homemade Easter marshmallows? These fluffy, pillowy treats are a must-have for any holiday gathering and are sure to impress your friends and family. Not to mention, making your own marshmallows is surprisingly easy and allows you to customize them with your favorite flavors and shapes. So, put on your apron and get ready to whip up a batch of these irresistible Easter marshmallows.</intro>
Ingredients:
For the marshmallows:
<ul>
<li><b>3 packets of unflavored gelatin</b></li>
<li><b>1 cup of cold water</b></li>
<li><b>1 1/2 cups of granulated sugar</b></li>
<li><b>1 cup of corn syrup</b></li>
<li><b>1/4 teaspoon of salt</b></li>
<li><b>1 teaspoon of vanilla extract</b></li>
<li><b>Food coloring (optional)</b></li>
<li><b>Powdered sugar for dusting</b></li>
</ul>
For the decorations:
<ul>
<li><b>1 cup of white chocolate chips</b></li>
<li><b>Food coloring (optional)</b></li>
<li><b>Decorative sprinkles or sugar crystals</b></li>
</ul>
Instructions:
1. Prepare the pan
Start by lining a 9x13 inch pan with parchment paper and lightly dusting it with powdered sugar. This will prevent the marshmallows from sticking to the pan.
2. Bloom the gelatin
In a large mixing bowl, combine the gelatin and cold water. Let it sit for 10 minutes to bloom.
3. Make the sugar syrup
In a medium saucepan, combine the sugar, corn syrup, and salt. Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until the sugar is completely dissolved.
4. Combine the mixtures
Slowly pour the hot sugar syrup into the bloomed gelatin while continuously whisking. Be careful as the mixture will be very hot.
5. Add vanilla and food coloring
Stir in the vanilla extract and food coloring, if desired. This is where you can get creative and use different colors for your marshmallows.
6. Beat the mixture
Using an electric mixer, beat the mixture on high speed for about 10 minutes, until it becomes thick and fluffy. It should hold its shape when you lift the whisk.
7. Transfer to the pan
Pour the marshmallow mixture into the prepared pan and smooth out the top with a spatula. Dust the top with powdered sugar and let it set for at least 4 hours or overnight.
8. Cut the marshmallows
Once the marshmallows have set, lift them out of the pan using the parchment paper and place them on a cutting board. Cut them into desired shapes using a sharp knife or cookie cutters.
9. Decorate
Melt the white chocolate chips in the microwave or in a double boiler. Add food coloring, if desired, to create different colors. Dip the marshmallows in the melted chocolate and decorate with sprinkles or sugar crystals.
10. Enjoy!
Your homemade Easter marshmallows are now ready to be enjoyed! They make for a delightful addition to any Easter basket or as a sweet treat to share with loved ones.
