Raspberry Marshmallows Recipe
These Raspberry Marshmallows are a delightful homemade treat combining the natural sweetness and tartness of raspberries with a light, fluffy texture. Made with real raspberry puree and freeze-dried raspberry powder, these marshmallows offer a fresh fruity flavor that stands out from the traditional variety. Perfect for snacking, gifting, or adding a special touch to hot chocolate, this recipe walks you through making marshmallows from scratch using simple ingredients and candy thermometer precision.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 8 hours 35 minutes (including setting time overnight)
- Yield: Approximately 40 large marshmallows or 80 small cubes 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients
- 440g (2 cups) granulated sugar
- 187g corn syrup or honey
- 145g water
- ½ teaspoon fine sea salt
- 130g raspberry puree (about ½ cup) (from about 2 cups thawed frozen raspberries, seeds removed)
- 34g freeze dried raspberries (processed into a powder and sifted to remove seeds)
- 4 packets gelatin (1 oz or 28g)
- 85g water (¼ cup)
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
For Dusting
- Organic powdered sugar (for dusting)
Instructions
- Prepare the raspberry powder: Process freeze-dried raspberries in a food processor or blender until you have a fine powder. Sift through a fine mesh sieve to remove any seeds. Reserve some of this powder if desired to mix with the powdered sugar for dusting later.
- Make the raspberry puree: Blend thawed frozen raspberries until pureed and press the puree through a fine mesh sieve to remove seeds, ensuring a smooth consistency.
- Combine gelatin mixture: In a bowl, whisk together the raspberry puree, 85g water, vanilla extract, and raspberry powder. Add the gelatin packets and whisk well to combine. Set aside to allow the mixture to stiffen.
- Cook sugar syrup: In a deep pot, combine granulated sugar, corn syrup (or honey), 145g water, and salt. Attach a candy thermometer and cook over medium-high heat until the temperature reaches 250°F (hard-ball stage), approximately 10 minutes.
- Prepare the pan: Spray a 13 x 9 inch pan and a rubber spatula with a flavorless oil to prevent sticking.
- Whip the marshmallow mixture: Pour the hot sugar syrup into the bowl of a stand mixer fitted with the whisk attachment. Allow it to cool for about a minute, then add the gelatin mixture. Begin whisking on medium speed, gradually increasing to high, and whip for about 10 minutes. The mixture will start dark and liquid and will thicken and whiten as it whips. The marshmallow is ready when it begins to pull away from the sides of the bowl. You can whip an extra minute to ensure it is fully aerated.
- Set the marshmallows: Pour the thickened marshmallow fluff into the prepared pan and smooth the top with the spatula. Cover loosely with foil and let it sit at room temperature overnight or refrigerate for a few hours until set.
- Cut and dust marshmallows: Prepare a workspace dusted generously with powdered sugar. Turn the set marshmallow slab out onto this surface. Dust the top and sides with powdered sugar. Using an oiled knife or cookie cutters, cut the marshmallows into cubes or desired shapes. Ensure all sides are dusted with powdered sugar to prevent sticking.
- Store properly: Store marshmallows in an airtight container at room temperature. They will keep fresh for up to 3 weeks.
Notes
- Make sure to remove seeds from raspberries to ensure a smooth texture in the marshmallows.
- Using freeze-dried raspberry powder enhances the flavor and color without adding moisture.
- A candy thermometer is essential for achieving the correct sugar stage for perfect marshmallows.
- Spraying the pan and spatula with flavorless oil helps prevent sticking.
- Marshmallows can be cut into fun shapes using cookie cutters for parties or gifts.
- Store marshmallows at room temperature in airtight containers to maintain freshness and texture.
- If you prefer less sticky dusting, mix a bit of raspberry powder into the powdered sugar for a subtle fruity coating.
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