Renee has been making marshmallows for years and could basically do it with her eyes closed. Earlier this weekend, I wanted to make some yummy peppermint marshmallows so while her and Kevin were over we decided to make a batch. These marshmallows are super easy and absolutely delicious. Side note: don’t try making too many batches at once or you will start getting lazy and then the later batches won’t turn out as well (we learned that a couple years ago when we tried making 7 batches in one day).
Easy & Delicious Peppermint Marshmallows
Easy & Delicious Peppermint Marshmallow Recipe
Make your own delicious peppermint marshmallows - perfect for winter hot chocolate or just for a snack on their own.
Author: Kendra
Recipe type: Dessert
Ingredients
- 1 cup Powdered Sugar
- 3½ packets unflavored gelatin (just estimate the ½ packet)
- ½ cup Cold Water
- 2 cups Granulated Sugar
- ½ cup light corn syrup
- ½ cup Hot Water (I just waited for the sink to get hot)
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- 2 egg whites
- 1½ teaspoon peppermint extract
- Red food coloring
Instructions
- Cover 9x13 pan with cooking spray and powdered sugar (9x9 will also work, they will just be a bit thicker)
- Pour the cold water into a mixer then pour the unflavored gelatin on top and let it sit while you move onto the next step
- In a large saucepan, add sugar, corn syrup, hot water, and salt
- Cook on low, stirring until sugar is dissolved
- Up the temperature to medium and without stirring, keep it cooking until the candy thermometer reads 240 degrees
- Pour the sugar mixture into the gelatin, stir until dissolved
- Beat on high until the mixture turns bright white and expands in volume (about triple). This took my mixture about 5-7 minutes
- In a separate bowl, whist egg whites until it can hold stiff peaks
- Add eggs and peppermint extract into sugar mixture
- Beat until combined (but don't over-beat)
- Pour into pan and top with powdered sugar
- Add a few drops of red food coloring onto the top of the marshmallows, use a toothpick to swirl all around
- Place in the fridge overnight
- Cut around the edges of the pan to release the marshmallows then flip upside down onto a cookie sheet
- Cut in approximately 1" squares
- Add into a Rubbermaid container with powdered sugar and shake to cover the marshmallows
These marshmallows turned out absolutely delicious and I imagine we will make a few more batches throughout the winter. They are perfect to put in some hot chocolate, or even just to snack on for a sweet treat. I’m thinking that some of these will be coming with me to work so that I can enjoy them in some hot chocolate or a mocha for an afternoon pick-me-up.
These marshmallows have endless possibilities for flavors. Simply switch out the peppermint extract for other flavors such as vanilla, almond, orange, or chocolate. What flavor are you going to start with?
Rhonda Gales says
I love this idea. It’s the perfect topping for hot chocolate on a cold, snowy day. Thanks for sharing on Sunday’ Best. I’ll be Pinning this recipe.
Audrey says
This would be so much fun to make during winter break. Pinning for later. Thanks for partying with us on #TastyTuesdays
Deb says
Looks Delish! I love peppermint! Definitely going to try.
Helen at the Lazy Gastronome says
I love peppermint – Thanks for sharing on the What’s for Dinner link up!
Julie says
These are so pretty and perfect for the holidays!
Angie ~ ambient wares says
Peppermint ALL the way for me…then definitely vanilla ;) These sound incredible! Thanks for sharing them with us at Funtastic Friday! Pinned
Sandhya Nadkarni says
They look so festive and perfect for the holidays! thanks for sharing it with us at Fiesta Friday!
Sarah says
It looks so festive :D
Theresa says
I might have to try homemade marshmallows. These look festive. Perfect for hot chocolate. Thanks for sharing at the Inspiration Spotlight party! Pinned & shared.
Miz Helen says
Hi Kendra,
Your Peppermint Marshmallow’s will be a perfect addition for the holiday beverage bar! I really appreciate you sharing with us at Full Plate Thursday. Hope you have a great week and come back soon!
Miz Helen
Kat (The Baking Explorer) says
They look so fun and I think they would be a great gift for Christmas!
Ghastly @GhastlyGirl says
So cute! I love the marbling on top! Peppermint is always a go-to in our house too.
katherines corner says
thank you for sharing at TFT. Featured on facebook and pinned xo
Julie Pollitt says
Wow! These look beautiful and yummy!
Jhuls @ The Not So Creative Cook says
These would be perfect with my hot choco! Yum! Thanks for sharing at Fiesta Friday party!
Claire says
These look yummy, I would love to try one now :) Thanks for sharing at Creative Mondays last week. You are one of my featured blogs tomorrow :)
Julie says
This looks so pretty, I’d love to try this out this Christmas as a gift idea. Pinning.
Antonia says
I love these, and can’t wait to try them out! Everyone is going to love these little beauties over at Fiesta Friday! Thanks for sharing!
Miz Helen says
Awesome Peppermint Marshmallows! Thanks so much for sharing with us at Full Plate Thursday this week. Hope you are having a great week and come back to see us real soon!
Miz Helen