Homemade Mint Marshmallows

August 10, 2016 12 Comments

Cooler, late summer nights are made for sitting by a fire pit with marshmallows to roast. I decided to make our own homemade mint marshmallows for just such an occasion this week! Just the thought of slightly charred mint flavored marshmallows with melty chocolate and graham crackers made me so happy. I learned how to make marshmallows in culinary school and I couldn’t believe how much easier they were to make than I thought.

The base of the homemade mint marshmallows was first on the agenda. The key to that pillowy texture was granulated gelatin, which I found near the extracts in my store's baking aisle. I re-hydrated the gelatin in a mixture of cold water, mint extract and green food coloring. That made it turn into a gorgeous, soft gelatin!
The base of the homemade mint marshmallows was first on the agenda. The key to that pillowy texture was granulated gelatin, which I found near the extracts in my store’s baking aisle. I re-hydrated the gelatin in a mixture of cold water, mint extract and green food coloring. That made it turn into a gorgeous, soft gelatin!
The other portion of the homemade mint marshmallows was a basic meringue. I lightly cooked it and fluffed it up over a pot of simmering water before combining the gelatin mixture in. Then it was just patience as I whipped up the mixture completely until it was a fairly stiff and super fluffy cream.
The other portion of the homemade mint marshmallows was a basic meringue. I lightly cooked it and fluffed it up over a pot of simmering water before combining the gelatin mixture in. Then it was just about patience as I whipped up the mixture completely until it was a fairly stiff and super fluffy cream.
That mixture set in my freezer in an 8 x 8 pan for 3 hours. The important thing to keep the homemade mint marshmallows from sticking was to line the pan with plastic wrap, then coat it in powdered sugar on both sides. After it set, I turned it out onto my cutting board and cut it into cubes!
That mixture set in my freezer in an 8 x 8 pan for 3 hours. The important thing to keep the homemade mint marshmallows from sticking was to line the pan with plastic wrap, then coat it in powdered sugar on both sides. After it set, I turned it out onto my cutting board and cut it into cubes!

After that, the possibilities were endless for these delectable beauties. They were so fluffy and minty just on their own. I have all kinds of yummy plans for them though, including the aforementioned s’mores. There will also be an amazing treat coming soon later this week so be sure to stay tuned! Hope you all enjoy this perfect summer treat around a warm fire. xoxo

Homemade Mint Marshmallows
Homemade Mint Marshmallows
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Homemade Mint Marshmallows
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Homemade Mint Marshmallows
Prep Time
25 mins
Cook Time
5 mins
Total Time
3 hrs 30 mins
 

It is so much easier than it seems to make your own amazing homemade mint marshmallows! They are perfect to go into s'mores or other treats. 

Course: Dessert
Keyword: Homemade Mint Marshmallows, Marshmallows
Servings: 1 tray
Calories: 129 kcal
Author: Jeanie and Lulu's Kitchen
Ingredients
  • powdered sugar for the pan
  • 3/4 cup cold water divided
  • 1/4 cup mint extract
  • 1/4 teaspoon green food coloring
  • 1 ounce granulated gelatin (1 box of 4 envelopes)
  • 4 whole egg whites
  • 2 1/4 cups granulated sugar
  • 1/4 cup light corn syrup
Instructions
  1. Take an 8 x 8 baking dish and line it with plastic wrap. Sprinkle a generous layer of powdered sugar on the plastic wrap. Combine 1/2 cup of the cold water, mint extract and food coloring in a big bowl and stir it all together. Then pour the granulated gelatin into the mixture and stir it all again well so that the gelatin is thoroughly mixed in. Set it aside to let it turn into a soft, green gelatin.
  2. Meanwhile, get a small pot on the stove filled halfway with water and bring it to a simmer over medium heat. While the water heats up, combine the egg whites, sugar, corn syrup and remaining 1/4 cup of water in a large, heat proof bowl. Set the bowl over the simmering water and beat it together with a hand mixer to lightly cook the eggs and dissolve the sugar for about a minute. Then add the gelatin mixture in and keep mixing it with the hand mixer for another 2-3 minutes over the heat.
  3. Take the bowl off of the heat and continue to mix it all on medium speed for about 10-15 minutes, until it has doubled in volume and becomes thick enough to be slightly stiff. Pour the mixture into the prepared pan and sprinkle it with another generous layer of powdered sugar on top. Let it sit on a shelf in the freezer for 3-4 hours to completely set. Then turn it out onto a clean cutting board dusted with more powdered sugar and peel the plastic wrap off of the bottom. Cut them into roughly 1 inch cubes and serve with s'mores, in crispy treats, you name it!
Nutrition Facts
Homemade Mint Marshmallows
Amount Per Serving (1 serving)
Calories 129
% Daily Value*
Carbohydrates 31.9g11%
Sugar 29.5g33%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
Homemade Mint Marshmallows
Homemade Mint Marshmallows

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12 thoughts on “Homemade Mint Marshmallows”

  2. Love making homemade anything. Marshmallows are fun to make and adding coloring and different flavors makes it even more fun.

  4. I never knew how marshmallow was made and now I know. This is too awesome! And I love mint as well. Can’t wait to give this a try.

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