Irresistible Marshmallow Easter Eggs
Create delightful Marshmallow Easter Eggs from scratch that are soft, fluffy, and perfect for Easter celebrations.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 360 minutes
- Yield: 12 eggs 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Whipping
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 3 envelopes (21g) unflavored gelatin
- 1 cup cold water, divided
- 1 ½ cups granulated sugar
- 1 cup light corn syrup
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- 1 tablespoon vanilla extract (or almond extract)
- Yellow food coloring (or any pastel color)
- Cornstarch and powdered sugar mix, equal parts (for dusting molds)
- Edible glitter or sanding sugar (optional)
- Edible wafer paper for stamping (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the molds by dusting them with powdered sugar and cornstarch.
- Bloom the gelatin in a bowl with ½ cup of cold water for 10 minutes.
- In a saucepan, mix granulated sugar, light corn syrup, and remaining cold water, then bring to a boil.
- Pour the hot sugar syrup into the bloomed gelatin and whip for 10–12 minutes until thick and glossy, adding vanilla and food coloring toward the end.
- Fill the molds with the marshmallow mixture and smooth the tops.
- Let the marshmallows sit uncovered for at least 6 hours or preferably overnight.
- Unmold the eggs and dust with cornstarch and powdered sugar, then decorate as desired.
Notes
Store in an airtight container at room temperature for 1-2 weeks. Use a stand mixer for best results. Customize flavors and colors for different occasions.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 egg
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
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