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Cotton Candy Marshmallows

Chef Bella
Cotton Candy Marshmallows are soft, fluffy treats infused with the nostalgic sweetness of cotton candy. This guide covers making them from scratch, flavor variations, and expert tips.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Setting Time 6 hours
Total Time 6 hours 30 minutes
Course Dessert
Cuisine American
Servings 25 pieces
Calories 70 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 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
  • 2-3 drops food coloring pink, blue, or purple
  • ½ cup powdered sugar
  • ½ cup cornstarch

Instructions
 

  • repare Gelatin: Sprinkle gelatin over ½ cup cold water and let sit for 5-10 minutes.
  • Make Sugar Syrup: Heat sugar, corn syrup, and water in a saucepan, stirring until dissolved. Bring to 240°F.
  • Mix: Slowly pour hot syrup into gelatin while mixing on low. Increase to high speed and whip for 10-12 minutes until thick and fluffy. Add flavoring and coloring.
  • Set: Spread into a greased and dusted 9x9-inch pan. Let set for 6 hours or overnight.
  • Cut & Coat: Slice into squares and coat with powdered sugar and cornstarch.