Description
This Homemade Marshmallow Fluff recipe creates a light, airy, and glossy marshmallow spread perfect for desserts, sandwiches, or as a topping. Made from simple ingredients like egg whites, sugar, and vanilla, it whips up to a soft, sweet treat with a smooth texture in just 30 minutes.
Ingredients
Marshmallow Fluff Ingredients
- 3 large egg whites (room temperature)
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 3/4 cup light corn syrup
- 1/4 cup water
- 1/4 tsp cream of tartar
- 1 tsp pure vanilla extract
Instructions
- Prepare Egg Whites: Place the egg whites and cream of tartar in the bowl of a stand mixer or a large mixing bowl and set aside.
- Heat Syrup: In a small saucepan, combine the sugar, light corn syrup, and water. Heat over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until the mixture reaches 245°F (soft-ball stage) on a candy thermometer.
- Beat Egg Whites: While the syrup heats, beat the egg whites and cream of tartar on medium speed until soft peaks form. This creates the fluffy base for the marshmallow.
- Incorporate Syrup: Lower mixer speed to low and slowly drizzle the hot sugar syrup into the egg whites in a thin, steady stream, taking care to avoid the whisk or bowl sides.
- Whip to Stiff Peaks: Increase mixer speed to high and whip the mixture for 7 to 9 minutes until it thickens, becomes glossy, forms stiff peaks, and the bowl cools down to the touch. Then beat in the vanilla extract for 30 seconds for flavor enhancement.
- Store or Use: Use the marshmallow fluff immediately or transfer it to an airtight container and refrigerate for up to 2 weeks.
Notes
- Ensure egg whites are at room temperature for better volume.
- A candy thermometer is essential to reach the correct syrup temperature for proper texture.
- Whipping the mixture until the bowl is cool ensures the fluff is stable and safe to eat.
- Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator to keep fresh.
- This fluff can substitute store-bought marshmallow spread for recipes or toppings.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert Topping
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
