Description
Delightfully fluffy and minty, these Peppermint Marshmallows are a festive treat perfect for holiday gifting or enjoying by the fire.
Ingredients
Scale
- ¾ cup water, divided
- ⅔ cup light corn syrup
- 1 tablespoon pure vanilla extract
- ½ teaspoon peppermint extract
- 3 envelopes unflavored gelatin (0.25 ounces each)
- 2 cups white sugar
- ¼ cup cornstarch
- ¼ cup confectioners’ sugar
- ½ cup finely crushed candy canes
- Red gel food coloring
Instructions
- Line a 9×9 inch baking dish with plastic wrap and spray with non-stick cooking spray. Also spray another piece of plastic wrap to cover the top later, then set both aside.
- Pour ½ cup of water into the bowl of a stand mixer fitted with a whisk attachment. Sprinkle the gelatin evenly over the water and allow it to soak while preparing the sugar syrup.
- In a medium saucepan, combine ¼ cup water, light corn syrup, and white sugar. Bring this mixture to a boil over medium heat, then allow it to boil hard for exactly 1 minute to properly dissolve and reach the right consistency.
- Carefully pour the hot sugar syrup into the gelatin mixture in the stand mixer. Beat on high speed for 12 minutes until the mixture is fluffy and forms stiff peaks. Add in the vanilla extract and peppermint extract, then beat just to combine. If desired, gently fold in the crushed candy canes at this stage.
- Pour the marshmallow batter into the prepared baking dish. Use a greased spatula to smooth the surface evenly. Drop 9 to 12 drops of red gel food coloring on top and use an oiled butter knife or chopstick to swirl the color into the mixture for a festive effect. Cover the marshmallows with the second sprayed plastic wrap, pressing lightly to seal.
- Let the marshmallows rest uncovered at room temperature for at least 4 hours or overnight until fully set and firm enough to cut.
- Mix the cornstarch and confectioners’ sugar in a shallow dish. Using oiled scissors or an oiled kitchen knife, cut the marshmallows into strips and then into 1-inch squares. Lightly dredge each piece in the cornstarch mixture to prevent sticking. Store the marshmallows in an airtight container to maintain freshness.
Notes
- Allow the marshmallows to set for at least 4 hours for best results.
- Store in an airtight container to keep them fresh.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 square
- Calories: 65
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 5mg
- Fat: 0.1g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 0.3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: Peppermint Marshmallow Squares, marshmallow recipe, holiday treats, candy canes