How to Make Vegan Marshmallows - A Step-by-Step Guide

When most people think of marshmallows, they picture the traditional white, fluffy, and sugary treat that is often used in s’mores or melted into hot chocolate. However, many people are not aware that marshmallows can also be made without any animal-derived ingredients, making them suitable for vegans. In this recipe, we will show you how to make delicious and pillowy vegan marshmallows that are perfect for snacking, roasting, or topping your favorite desserts.

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Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons agar-agar powder
  • 2 cups white sugar
  • ¾ cup water
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ cup confectioners' sugar, divided
  • 2 tablespoons cornstarch

Information

  • Prep Time: 5 mins
  • Cook Time: 10 mins
  • Additional Time: 1 hr
  • Total Time: 1 hr 15 mins
  • Servings: 10
  • Yield: 1 9-inch pan

  • Mix agar-agar into 1/2 cup of cold water.
  • Bring sugar and 3/4 cup water to a boil in a saucepan. Do not stir once syrup begins to boil. Heat to 238 degrees F (114 degrees C) or until a small amount of syrup dropped into cold water forms a soft ball that flattens when removed from water and placed on a flat surface. Remove from heat and add the agar-agar. Pour syrup into a glass bowl; let cool briefly.
  • Beat the syrup using an electric mixer until thick and white. Mix in vanilla extract and salt until the marshmallow mixture is combined.
  • Mix 2 tablespoons confectioners' sugar and cornstarch together; spread over the bottom of a 9-inch baking pan. Pour the marshmallow mixture on top; let stand until firm, at least 1 hour.
  • Cut into square marshmallows using a wet knife. Dust with remaining confectioners' sugar.
  • Nutrition

    176 cal.

    • Sodium: 60mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 45g
    • Dietary Fiber: 0g
    • Total Sugars: 43g
    • Calcium: 5mg
    • Iron: 0mg
    • Potassium: 8mg