marshmallow fluff;
Homemade marshmallow fluff is light and airy, sugary and fluffy, and perfectly spreadable. It turns any chocolate dessert instantly into a s’mores dessert, and toasts up perfectly with a blow torch for that perfect scorched picture. It’s delicious!
I’ve been on a marshmallow kick lately, trying my hand at different flavored marshmallows like these homemade s’mores and chocolate marshmallows (and more to come!). I added fluff to the list because I was craving chocolate—chocolate brownies, chocolate s’mores pie, s’mores cheesecake! The options are limitless.
Use marshmallow fluff everywhere! Turn anything chocolate into s’mores, like replace the regular marshmallows on this s’mores cheesecake! Make brownies and layer on the fluff. Make yourself a peanut butter and fluffy sandwich if you’re into that. Use it in a trifle!
secret to success
Marshmallows in general are surprisingly easier make than I thought, provided you have the right tools. You’ll definitely want an electric mixer. Stand mixer preferred, but an electric mixer will do. To get the light fluffy quality of a marshmallow you need to whip a LOT of air into it. It’s nice to watch the stand mixer do all the work. The only thing that makes an electric beater slightly less ideal is the part where you have to hold it. It takes about 5 minutes or so to whip, though, so it’s not prohibitive.
An electric mixer is required! I can’t fathom whipping this by hand. A stand mixer is best because you can set it and watch it whip—easy and no strain! A hand mixer can be better for small batches (say, halving the recipe) or if you don’t have a stand mixer. It’s roughly 5 minutes of whipping, so it’s not prohibitive, if a little tiring, to hold the electric heater by hand.
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The downside to a stand mixer is quantity though. This recipe works fine in a stand mixer, but make sure to scrape down the sides occasionally to make sure the bottom liquid gets evenly folded into the mixture. If you wanted to make a smaller batch of marshmallow fluff, like halve the recipe, a hand mixer is the way to go.
This recipe for marshmallow fluff does use egg whites (unlike my recipe for regular marshmallows). Technically the recipe should be shelf stable for about 2 weeks. But because egg whites are perishable, it makes me feel better to store them in the fridge. Make sure you have space in the fridge for a jar or two if you’re not planning to use up all your marshmallow fluff immediately.
The marshmallow fluff contains egg whites and while it should be stable at room temperature, I like to keep it in the fridge to be safe.
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I’ve also noticed that the fluff does settle and separate a little at the bottom over time. Because the recipe makes plenty of marshmallow fluff-y goodness, I just used the majority of the fluff and discarded the liquid at the bottom. You should be able to whip it again to reincorporate any liquids, But I found I had plenty I needed to make my brownies and pie! So I just discarded the liquid at the end.
I have noticed that the fluff can separate over time with the liquid on the bottom. If the fluff becomes flat, you can re-whip it.
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For some other fun tips, check out King Arthur’s Tips on their marshmallow fluff recipe. They share great tips to make it a chocolate marshmallow spread, or substitutions for vegans.
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Want all the best tips and tricks to make this recipe a success? Check out the blog post above to find out more!
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Check out these creative (and delicious!) ways to use your fluff!
- You can never go wrong with crinkle too brownies! Cover them up with marshmallow fluff and toast if you’ve got a blowtorch handy. You can also broil it in the oven to get a toasty top.
- S’mores truffles taste extra delicious using homemade fluff!
- Or slather the good stuff on top of s’mores cinnamon rolls for a chocolatey breakfast (or dessert!).
- Replace the marshmallows in this s’mores cheesecake with a coating of fluff on top!
Check out these other recipes:
- Make your own gluten-free oat flour graham crackers! With a complex flavor and a snap that can’t be beat, you won’t go back to those storebought ones!
- Make some edible brownie batter for a guilt-free chocolatey fix. And of course include some marshmallow fluff for a sweet topping!
- S’mores chocolate hummus is a fun twist on dessert—get to dipping! Use graham crackers, animal crackers, or apples for this delicious and surprisingly healthful treat.
homemade marshmallow fluff;
Equipment
- candy thermometer
Ingredients
- ⅓ cup water
- ¾ cup granulated sugar
- ¾ cup light corn syrup (dark corn syrup or honey can be substituted for a slightly different flavor profile)
- 3 large egg whites at room temperature
- ½ tsp cream of tartar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract (or vanilla bean paste)
Instructions
- In a medium-sized saucepan combine ⅓ cup water, ¾ cup sugar and ¾ cup corn syrup. Insert a candy thermometer into the mixture and heat over a medium-high flame. Do not stir the sugar water as it cooks, and cook until the mixture reaches 240°F. While waiting, continue onto the next step.
- While the sugar syrup is cooking, place the egg whites and cream of tartar in the bowl of your stand mixer. Beat the whites to soft peaks. This typically takes 3-4 minutes.
- When the sugar syrup reaches 240°F, remove immediately from the heat. With the mixer running on medium speed, carefully pour the syrup in a thin stream into the egg whites, whipping the whole time.
- Continue to whip the mixture for 7-8 minutes or until very thick and glossy. The heat of the sugar mixture will deflate the whites initially, but they will eventually thicken and fluff up.
- Add 1 tsp vanilla and whip until incorporated.
- Transfer the fluff into an airtight container like a mason jar. Store for up to 2 weeks at room temperature. The spread can be re-whipped by hand if it starts to separate.
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