Pillowy-soft homenade lime marshmallows
Delight in these pillowy-soft homemade lime marshmallows! A zesty treat that's fun to make and perfect for snacking or desserts.
Servings: 12 servings
Ingredients
- 200 g granulated sugar
- 90 g caster sugar
- 1.5 Tbsp lime juice
- 1 Tbsp liquid glucose
- 2 free-range large egg whites at room temperature
- 6 leaves gelatine approximately 10g
- 2 limes finely grated zest
- 15 g icing sugar
- 15 g cornflour
Instructions
- Soak the gelatine leaves in cold water for about 5-10 minutes until soft. Remove and squeeze out excess liquid, adding to a bowl with lime juice and zest.
- Combine granulated sugar, caster sugar, and liquid glucose in a saucepan with 100ml of water. Heat until sugar dissolves, then boil until it reaches 120°C (248°F).
- While the sugar cooks, whip egg whites in a mixer until soft peaks form, about 3-5 minutes.
- Carefully pour the hot sugar syrup into the egg whites with the mixer on low, then increase to high and whip until thick and glossy, about 10-12 minutes.
- Add the gelatine mixture to the whipped marshmallow and whip for an additional 2-3 minutes until combined.
- Line the baking pan with parchment paper. Dust with icing sugar and cornflour. Transfer the marshmallow mixture, smoothing the top, and dust with more icing sugar and cornflour.
- Let the marshmallows set at room temperature for at least 4 hours, or overnight for best results.
- Once set, dust a surface with icing sugar and cornflour, turn out the marshmallow slab, cut into squares, and dust each piece to prevent sticking.
Equipment
- Stand mixer
- Medium Saucepan
- Measuring cups and spoons
- Large Mixing Bowl
- Whisk
- Spatula
- 9-inch square baking pan
- Parchment Paper
Notes
- For a vegan version, substitute egg whites with aquafaba.
- Use natural sweeteners like agave syrup for reduced sugar options.
- Add food coloring for a fun twist.
- Experiment with flavors like lemon or coconut.