I think of these as seasonal flavored marshmallows but I’m pretty sure they’ll be wonderful any time of year. But really, what’s better in the cold winter months than hot chocolate with marshmallows? I decided to make three separate flavors to give away in goody bags at Thanksgiving this year. I made pumpkin spiced marshmallows, cardamom marshmallows and cinnamon marshmallows. This recipe is incredibly flexible and you can use just about any spice or extract you want. How about peppermint or nutmeg marshmallows? Have fun with it!
You’ll need a stand mixer and a candy thermometer. A pizza cutter is useful for cutting even marshmallows but you can use a regular knife. I’ve used gelatin sheets but you can easily substitute them with powdered gelatin.
Flavored Marshmallows
Ingredients
- 12 Gelatin Sheets***
- 2 cups sugar
- 1 cup light corn syrup
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- 1/8 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 cup confectioners sugar
- 1/4 cup cornstarch
- for cardamom marshmallows: 1 tablespoon cardamom
- for cinnamon marshmallows: 1 tablespoon cinnamon
- for pumpkin marshmallows: 1 tablespoon pumpkin pie spice & optional 1 tablespoon pumpkin powder
Instructions
- Mix the confectioners sugar and cornstarch. Set aside.
- Grease a 9x13 baking dish (I use cooking spray with flour) and line the bottom with parchment paper, allowing the paper to hang over two sides. Lightly grease the top of the parchment paper.
- Soak the gelatin sheets in a large metal bowl filled with ice water and set aside.
- Add 1/2 cup of corn syrup to a stand mixer with the whisk attachment.
- In a medium saucepan, gently stir together the sugar, 1/2 cup corn syrup and 1/2 cup water. Turn the heat to medium high and attach a candy thermometer to the side of the pan.
- Set up a double boiler: bring some water to a boil in a small to medium saucepan. Drain the water from the bowl of gelatin and gently squeeze the softened sheets to remove excess water. Place the bowl on top of the saucepan and allow the gelatin to melt while stirring with a heat resistant spatula.
- Add the melted gelatin to the stand mixer and turn the speed on low.
- When the sugar mixture reaches the soft ball stage (235-240 degrees F), remove from the heat. Slowly and carefully pour the hot sugar down the side of the mixer bowl. When all of the sugar has been added, turn the mixer up to high and allow it mix for around 5 minutes, or until it begins to turn white and fluffy.
- Now is the time to add your flavors. Turn the mixer down to medium and slowly add the spice, vanilla and salt, making sure to scrape down the side if anything gets stuck. Continue to beat the mixture until it's thick.
- Quickly pour the mixture into the prepared pan. You don't need to even out the tops, it should fall into place and smooth out on it's own.
- Allow the marshmallows to cool for 6 hours or overnight.
- Dust the top of the marshmallow with the confectioners sugar/cornstarch mixture. Using the sides of the parchment, remove the marshmallow from the pan and place it on a cutting board.
- Use a pizza cutter to create 2 inch by 2 inch marshmallows (or whatever size you prefer). As you cut them, dust the sides with the cornstarch mixture to prevent sticking.
- Store them in an airtight container for up to 1 week.
Notes
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Christine says
I’m going to be making marshmallows and caramels and nougats in class next week! I was excited before, but now this post has me TWICE as pumped up! :D
peterandros says
Nice! Great photo too. Very impressive!
Zoe @ Pantry and Fridge says
Sound so good. I don’t have a stand mixer yet, but so far have made it with pure determination and elbow grease. This one might be a bit more difficult, though.
Can imagine them on s’mores. Oh my.
:D
Zoe @ Pantry and Fridge says
Oh yea, love the photo. All white. Really cool….artistic :)
mbnilsson says
I love marshmallows! And I recently bought a really nice candy thermometer so these have to go on a ‘must try’ list.
Kay aka Babygirl says
I LOVE marshmallows but never knew how to make them. So you know what I’m going to try after Thanksgiving right? This recipe.. Love this Flavored Marshmallow recipe
fieldsofcake says
Oh I adore homemade marshmallows. Love the flavors you have chosen :)
zgourmet says
How long can I put off trying to make my own marshmallows? I have a friend who made them a while back. I must try this holiday. Yours look outstanding! Love the cardamon……
Colline says
I think my girls would love me to try this recipe! These marshies sound far more tasty than the supermarket ones.
Pâte à Chew says
I’ve never made marshmallows before, but I’ve always wanted to try. Great post!
thefooddoctor says
I can’t even decide which I like better, the cardamom or the cinnamon!
Libby says
Yum. Yum. Yum.
saffronstreaks says
I am not good with gelatin, and have never tried making marshmallows at home.
these looks yummm..loved your clicks.
daisy says
I have never attempted to make marshmallows before. I was always able to con a friend into making them for me. With your instructions, I might be able to make them myself. Hhhmmm! What flavor?!?
Elaina @ Flavour says
GORGEOUS photo darling!!! And the recipes…well, nough said! Brilliant! I want to make marshmallows now ;) x
latetedelegumes says
You know, I’m not a fan of marshmallows but these look so lovely! :)