Description
Indulge in the delightful experience of making Homemade Vanilla Bean Marshmallows. This gourmet twist on a classic treat transforms ordinary desserts into extraordinary delights. With a unique flavor profile derived from real vanilla beans, these marshmallows are fluffy, chewy, and perfect for toasting over a fire or enhancing your favorite hot chocolate. Not only are they easy to make with just a few ingredients, but they also offer endless customization options for any occasion. Whether you’re hosting a cozy gathering, crafting homemade gifts, or simply satisfying your sweet tooth, this recipe is sure to impress.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 packets unflavored gelatin
- 1 cup water (divided)
- 1 ½ cups sugar
- 1 cup light corn syrup
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1 vanilla bean (seeded)
Instructions
- Bloom the gelatin: In a bowl, sprinkle gelatin over ½ cup water and let it sit.
- Prepare syrup: In a saucepan, combine sugar, corn syrup, salt, and remaining water. Heat until sugar dissolves.
- Cook syrup: Increase heat and cook until the mixture reaches 240°F on a candy thermometer.
- Combine: Pour the hot syrup into the bloomed gelatin while mixing at low speed.
- Whip: Increase speed to high and whip for 10-15 minutes until fluffy and bright white.
- Set: Dust a pan with powdered sugar, pour in the mixture, smooth out, and allow to set overnight.
- Cut: Use a sharp knife or cookie cutters dusted with powdered sugar to cut marshmallows into desired shapes.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 90
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 5mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg