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Homemade Marshmallows

  • Writer: Dr. Kirstin Carlson
    Dr. Kirstin Carlson
  • Feb 23
  • 2 min read

Soft, fluffy homemade marshmallows made with raw honey and grass-fed gelatin. A cleaner, from-scratch treat, perfect for s’mores or snacking.

Freshly cut homemade marshmallows dusted with arrowroot powder, arranged on parchment paper in soft square shapes, highlighting their fluffy texture and clean ingredients.

Servings

Makes about 24 marshmallows (depending on size)

Prep Time

10 minutes

Cook Time

20 minutes

Rest Time

45 minutes

Total Time

1 hour 15 minutes


Ingredients

  • 1 1/2 cups water, divided

  • 4 1/2 tablespoons grass-fed beef gelatin

  • 1 1/2 cups raw honey

  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract

  • 1/2 teaspoon salt

  • Arrowroot powder or cacao powder, for dusting

  • Optional: 1 drop food-grade essential oil for flavor


Instructions

  1. Pour 3/4 cup of water into a mixing bowl. Sprinkle the gelatin over the top and let it bloom. It will begin to thicken immediately.

  2. In a saucepan, combine the remaining 3/4 cup water, honey, vanilla, and salt. Bring to a soft boil (about 240°F). Avoid excessive stirring and allow the mixture to fully heat.

  3. Slowly pour the hot honey mixture into the bowl with the bloomed gelatin while mixing on low speed.

  4. Increase mixer speed to high and whisk until the mixture becomes fluffy, thick, and marshmallow-cream consistency, about 8–10 minutes.

  5. Line a pan with parchment paper and lightly dust with arrowroot or cacao powder to prevent sticking.

  6. Spread the marshmallow mixture evenly into the prepared pan.

  7. Let set at room temperature for 30–45 minutes until firm.

  8. Dust the top with additional arrowroot or cacao powder. Cut into desired shapes and toss in extra powder to prevent sticking.


Notes

Too Sticky?

If your marshmallows are too sticky when cutting, add a little more arrowroot or cacao powder.

Chocolate Marshmallows

For chocolate marshmallows, mix in 1–2 tablespoons cacao powder while whipping.

Storage

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days.



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