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Homemade Marshmallow Fluff

Homemade Marshmallow Fluff

Making marshmallow fluff, aka marshmallow cream, from scratch isn't something that most people think about making at home but it's a lot easier than you think. The flavor and texture of homemade marshmallow fluff just can't be beat and this recipe is made without corn syrup.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Course Dessert
Cuisine American
Servings 4 cups

Equipment

  • 1 medium saucepan
  • 1 candy thermometer
  • 1 standmixer or handmixer

Ingredients
  

  • 3/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 3/4 cup mild flavored honey
  • 1/3 cup water
  • 3 large egg whites
  • 1/2 tsp cream of tartar
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1/4 tsp kosher salt

Instructions
 

  • Place sugar, honey and water in a medium saucepan and stir to combine. Attach the candy thermometer to the side of the pan ensuring the temperature sensor is covered by the liquid.
  • Cook the the syrup over medium high heat. Once the syrup has reached a temperature of 220 degrees F add the egg whites to the bowl of your stand mixer (or a large bowl if using a hand mixer) along with the cream of tartar. Over medium low speed whip the egg whites to soft peaks, approximately 4 minutes.
  • Once the syrup has reached a temperature of 240 degrees F remove the pan from the heat. Increase the mixer speed to medium and add in the syrup near the side of the bowl in a slow,steady stream.
  • Increase the heat to medium high and beat the egg white mixture for 7 minutes or until fluffy and over doubled in size. Add in the vanilla and salt and beat for an additional minute.
  • Use immediately as desired or transfer to an airtight container and store up to a week.
Keyword 30 minutes or less, easy dessert recipe

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