Description
Cotton Candy Marshmallows are a delightful and whimsical treat that bring the nostalgic taste of carnival cotton candy right into your kitchen. These homemade marshmallows are soft, fluffy, and bursting with vibrant colors and sweet flavors, making them perfect for any celebration or as a fun snack at home. Whether you’re looking to impress guests at a party or simply indulge your sweet tooth, this easy recipe allows for customization with different flavors and colors. Enjoy these airy confections in hot chocolate, s’mores, or simply on their own for a sweet treat that everyone will adore.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 ½ cups granulated sugar
- 1 cup light corn syrup (or honey/agave syrup)
- ½ cup water
- 3 packets (21g unflavored gelatin)
- ½ cup cold water
- 1 tsp cotton candy flavoring
- Food coloring (pink, blue, or purple)
- ½ cup powdered sugar
- ½ cup cornstarch
Instructions
- Bloom the gelatin by sprinkling it over ½ cup of cold water in a bowl; let sit for 5-10 minutes.
- In a saucepan, combine granulated sugar, corn syrup, and water; heat until sugar dissolves and reaches 240°F.
- Slowly pour the hot syrup into the bloomed gelatin while mixing on low speed; gradually increase to high speed and whip for about 10-12 minutes until thick.
- Add cotton candy flavoring and food coloring during whipping.
- Spread mixture into a greased 9×9-inch pan and smooth the top; let it set at room temperature for at least 6 hours or overnight.
- Once firm, cut into squares and coat with powdered sugar and cornstarch to prevent sticking.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: None
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 marshmallow square (20g)
- Calories: 60
- Sugar: 13g
- Sodium: 5mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: <1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg