Marshmallow fluff (also called marshmallow creme [1]) is an American marshmallow confection that's creamy and rich. It's a type of spread that can be smeared on top of many foods to be eaten with. The possibilities are endless with this spread: Try adding it on cookies, graham crackers, sandwich bread, cupcakes, or on hot chocolate for a new twist to your meals.
[Edit]Ingredients
[Edit]Basic Marshmallow Fluff [2]
- ⅓ cup (90 grams / 3 ounces) water
- ¾ cup (180 grams / 6 ounces) granulated sugar
- ¾ cup (240 grams / 8 ounces) corn syrup
- 3 egg whites at room temperature
- ½ teaspoon cream of tartar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (optional)
[Edit]Two Ingredient Marshmallow Fluff [3]
- 1 cup (240 ml) mini marshmallows or 10 jumbo-sized marshmallows
- 1 teaspoon (5 ml) corn or simple syrup
[Edit]Steps
[Edit]Basic Marshmallow Fluff
- Pour the water, corn syrup, and sugar in a large, heavy-bottomed saucepan.
- Over low heat, stir the ingredients together until the sugar dissolves. Mix well with a whisk. It will usually take about 6-7 minutes for the sugar to completely dissolve.
- Make sure the heat is at low temperature. The mixture should not be simmering as this could affect the texture of the marshmallow fluff. [4]
- Bring the heat up to a medium temperature. Place a candy thermometer in the mixture while it begins to simmer and cook.
- The mixture should no longer be stirred or mixed. Small crystals will begin to form and should not be touched while being heated.[5]
- Allow the mixture to simmer until it reaches 240° Fahrenheit (120° Celsius). Using the candy thermometer, check the temperature of the mixture. Once it reaches the exact temperature, shut off the stove and remove it from the heat.
- Beat the cream of tartar and egg whites together. In a separate medium-sized bowl, whip the two ingredients together with an electric mixer. Blend on medium speed for about 3-4 minutes.
- Slowly fold in the dissolved sugar mixture. Bring down the speed of the electric mixer to low. Carefully pour in the sugar mixture made before, pouring it in as a thin, steady stream.
- Blend the mixture together on high speed. Keep whipping until the mixture begins to fluff up and look glossy, taking about 6-8 minutes.
- The egg whites at first might deflate when being beaten, but they'll begin to thicken after continually being mixed. [6]
- Stir in the vanilla extract, if desired, and mix once more until well-combined.
- Store the marshmallow fluff. Transfer the fluff in an airtight container, scraping all of it out from the double boiler. Close the container with a tight lid. The marshmallow fluff can be stored either in the refrigerator or at room temperature, lasting up to 6 weeks or longer.
[Edit]Two Ingredient Marshmallow Fluff
- Over low heat, melt the marshmallows in a double boiler. The marshmallows will start off solid and then begin to turn a little liquid-like with a few lumps. It'll usually take about 3-5 minutes for the marshmallows to begin melting. [7]
- Fold in the syrup and mix. Stir with a wooden spoon, combining the syrup with the marshmallows.
- Be sure to give the marshmallow fluff plenty of stirs. Not stirring it enough will cause the marshmallows to scorch or turn into the texture of taffy. [8]
- Continue mixing the marshmallows. Keep stirring until the marshmallow fluff becomes a smooth, lump-free spread.
- Allow the marshmallow fluff to cool for about 5-7 minutes. Let it sit at room temperature until it's warm, but not completely cool. If the marshmallow fluff cools completely, it's harder to store away since it's sticky. [9]
- Store the marshmallow fluff. Transfer the fluff in an airtight container, scraping all of it out from the double boiler. Close the container with a tight lid. The marshmallow fluff can be stored either in the refrigerator or at room temperature, lasting up to 6 weeks or longer.
- Finished.
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[Edit]Tips
- If the marshmallow fluff is extremely thick, add an extra teaspoon of syrup.
- Ensure the dissolved sugar mixture is liquid-like and not firm when making the marshmallow fluff. If it does firm, place it back on the stove to heat up again.
[Edit]Warnings
- Take caution when handling the dissolved sugar mixture - it is hot!
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[Edit]Things You'll Need
- Stovetop
- Double boiler or heavy-bottomed saucepan (depending on method)
- Mixing utensil
- Electric mixer (for method 1)
- Airtight container with lid
[Edit]References
[Edit]Quick Summary
- ↑ https://marshmallowfluff.com/history-of-marshmallow-fluff/
- ↑ https://www.biggerbolderbaking.com/homemade-marshmallow-fluff/
- ↑ https://www.craftsy.com/blog/2014/12/make-marshmallow-fluff-from-marshmallows/
- ↑ https://www.biggerbolderbaking.com/homemade-marshmallow-fluff/
- ↑ https://www.biggerbolderbaking.com/homemade-marshmallow-fluff/
- ↑ https://www.biggerbolderbaking.com/homemade-marshmallow-fluff/
- ↑ https://www.craftsy.com/blog/2014/12/make-marshmallow-fluff-from-marshmallows/
- ↑ https://www.craftsy.com/blog/2014/12/make-marshmallow-fluff-from-marshmallows/
- ↑ https://www.craftsy.com/blog/2014/12/make-marshmallow-fluff-from-marshmallows/
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