#minimarshmallows

[thelollyshop]

Mini Marshmallows. Making Baking Fun

Mini marshmallows are tiny, fluffy confections that are typically made from a mixture of sugar, water, and gelatin, then whipped to a spongy consistency. They are incredibly versatile and are a staple in many dessert recipes. While they're traditionally white, these sweet treats also come in a variety of colours and flavours, adding both taste and visual appeal to the dishes they grace. Known for their slightly chewy, melt-in-your-mouth texture, they are a favourite among both children and adults, often used in hot chocolate, baked goods, and even as a fun, edible craft element.

Marshmallow 101

What are marshmallows made of? Marshmallows are made from a combination of sugar, water, gelatin, and sometimes corn syrup. The ingredients are heated together until they form a thick syrup, then whipped into a fluffy consistency. This process is what gives marshmallows their light and airy texture. Where did marshmallows come from? The exact origins of marshmallows are unknown but they are thought to date back to ancient Egypt, where the marshmallow plant grew in abundance along the banks of the Nile River. The Egyptians extracted sap from the plant's root and combined it with honey to create a sweet treat reserved for gods and royalty. The modern marshmallow, however, owes its existence to French confectioners in the 19th century. They substituted the marshmallow plant's sap with gelatin, creating a stable, fluffy mixture that could be moulded into the familiar pillow-like shape we know today. The mini marshmallow version emerged later, offering the same sweet taste and soft texture in the perfect fun-sized package. Why are marshmallows pink and white? Marshmallows are traditionally white due to the color of their core ingredients which are sugar, water, and gelatin. However, in an effort to make these confections more appealing and fun, manufacturers started adding food coloring. The pink color, along with other shades, was introduced for visual appeal and differentiation, and doesn't typically indicate a change in flavor. Today, you can find marshmallows in a rainbow of colors and a variety of flavors, yet the classic pink and white endures. Try these classic pink and white mini marshmallows

Using Mini Marshmallows in Baking

Using mini marshmallows into your baking is a great way of getting creative with texture. Their small size allows them to melt evenly and quickly, creating pockets of gooey sweetness that give baked goods a uniquely soft and chewy texture. As they melt, mini marshmallows also infuse the surrounding batter or dough with their sugary flavour, adding a hint of vanilla that can elevate the taste of cookies, brownies, cakes, and more. Used as a topping, mini marshmallows form a gooey, lightly toasted crust. So, whether you're looking to add a new twist to a classic recipe or create something entirely new, mini marshmallows are a fantastic way to add an extra layer of taste and texture to your baked goods. We've also got multi-coloured rainbow mini marshmallows Ideas for Using Mini Marshmallows in Baking Marshmallow-Stuffed Cookies: Add a surprise sweet center to your favorite cookie recipe by placing a mini marshmallow inside each dough ball before baking. S'mores Brownies: Top your brownies with a layer of mini marshmallows, graham cracker crumbs, and chocolate chips before baking for an indoor take on this classic campfire treat. Marshmallow Popcorn Balls: Mix melted marshmallows and popcorn together, then form into balls for a sweet and salty snack. Marshmallow Rice Krispies Treats: An old-time favorite, combine puffed rice cereal with melted marshmallows and butter for a quick and delicious treat. Hot Cocoa Cookies: Incorporate mini marshmallows into a chocolate cookie dough, creating a baked version of the classic winter drink. Rocky Road Ice Cream: Stir mini marshmallows into your homemade chocolate ice cream along with nuts and chocolate chips for a delicious rocky road variation. Marshmallow Fudge: Melt mini marshmallows into your fudge base for a smooth, creamy fudge that's easy to make and delectable to eat. Fruit Salad: Toss mini marshmallows with your favorite fruits and a creamy dressing for a sweet take on fruit salad. Fun and creativity with mini marshmallows Beyond baking itself, mini marshmallows are great for a bit of fun and creative decorating too. Marshmallow Flower Cupcakes Arrange mini marshmallows, cut in half to show the sticky side, in a flower shape on top of frosted cupcakes. Marshmallow Art Use to create fun, edible art on a sugar cookie canvas. Marshmallow Garland String on a thread to create a sweet garland, perfect for decorating a holiday tree or dessert table. Marshmallow-Topped Hot Cocoa Place on top of hot cocoa, and they'll create a delicious, melty topping as they warm up. Marshmallow Kebabs Thread onto toothpicks for a fun treat. You could even dip them into melted chocolate and biscuit crumbs for a mini take on s'mores. Marshmallow Necklace String onto a food-safe string to create an edible necklace, a perfect party favour for kids. Marshmallow Popcorn String Thread popcorn and marshmallows onto a string for a fun and edible decoration.

Tips and Techniques for Baking with Mini Marshmallows

Avoid Clumping: To prevent from sticking together in your recipes, try tossing them in a little bit of the dry ingredients before adding them in. Melt Evenly: When melting marshmallow, use a low heat and stir constantly to ensure an even melt and prevent burning. Protect their Fluffiness: If you're baking something like cookies or brownies, consider adding the marshmallows in the last few minutes of baking to maintain their fluffy texture. Experiment with Colours: They come in various colours, so don't hesitate to use them as a decorative tool for a pop of colour in your desserts. Store Properly: Remember to store unused in a cool, dry place to maintain their texture and prevent them from getting stale. Sizing Matters: While versatile, they may not be suitable for every recipe. For recipes that call for regular-sized marshmallows, remember that 8 to 10 mini marshmallows equate to one large marshmallow. Easy Replacement: A perfect substitute for marshmallow fluff in recipes. For every one cup of marshmallow fluff, use approximately two cups of mini marshmallows. We've got loads more lollies for you to try. Check out the full range. This article was reproduced on this site with permission from operafoods.com.au the “Confectionery Distributors”. See original article:- Mini Marshmallows. Making Baking Fun Read the full article

[amethyst-marshmallow]

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[happymiffy]

I made hot chocolate today with almond milk instead of chai tea I usually make to warm up. Do you like hot chocolate? I always underestimated the magic of mini marshmallows until I started putting them in hot chocolate

OMGG YUMMMYY DELIC yes ofc i love hot chocolate i love all chocolate and yes minimarshmallows in them is so delicious fr now i want chocolat🙄

[lesvegas]

You can even make ur own cosmic brownies by adding mini m&ms or whatever other toppings you want. You can make smores brownies with a graham cracker/breadcrumb bottom and minimarshmallows on top. Walnuts or peppermint or sea salt or Caramel literally whatever toppings you want. You don't even have to put weed in them you can just make brownies at home I promise you. You can even warm them up and put ice cream on them at home. You can make weed ice cream for extra weed in your brownie serving

If you buy brownies from a dispensary instead of making that shit yourself or getting it from a friend ur a clown.. brownies are THE easy-to-make at home edible and you can put as much weed in it as you want

[onsecondscoop]

Mmmmm, graham ice cream 🤤 . . . Graeter's always makes a quality ice cream and this one packs a ton of true graham flavor. I wasn't expecting the mini marshmallows. The chocolate is nice when it kicks in (hasn't been a ton so far). My only mild complaint is that my pint seems a little freezer burned. . #smores #graeters #icecream #grahamcrackers #fallcolors🍁🍂 #afternoonsnack #minimarshmallows https://www.instagram.com/p/CHazNDal5CE/?igshid=3pv8bmeg8822

[thecannacanuck]

@medcoastcrafts where you at so I can hug you handsome?! 😆 Thank you for this beautiful snack of sweet, sparkly THC/CBD deliciousness. Ohhhhh 🙏🙏 💗💗💗 👌 🔥. I ate some 😊🙊 and it's tastes exactly how one might think the best parts of the cinnamon cereal could lend to it. Then they've tossed it with additional clusters of #chocolate, #minimarshmallows and dusted it with a #scrumptious smattering of 1000mg #THC and 500mg #CBD gold. I can say #edibles saved me and provided some much needed sleep this week so I felt they deserved a spotlight today lol. Well, hell... I'm still kicking and survived pneumonia right after going toe to toe with vehicles THREE times now. Impressive IMO- I've always ended their run but it seems this lil 😽s got nine lives. 🙏😳🙏💙. Needless to say though, this has been a week from freaking hell omg and I have to catch up! Please accept my apologies for the illness but I haven't been that knocked down since I was a child. Now that I can hit a bong without dying again, or just know I'm not going to in the next few days lmao we'll be in business! 💪🏼 Any packages and replies will all be out by tomorrow now that I can be packaging/mailing/communicating with others with a clear mind and in good health! 🙌💙 #womeninweed #Womenincannabis #canadianchronic #canadiancannabiscommunity #canadiancannabis #edibles #infusededibles #infused #litladies #liftedladies #recovery #gold #shiny https://www.instagram.com/p/B8zoQDRB-Ev/?igshid=11r5sa8caqgpv

[vegnjack-etsy]

Oh @traderjoes how I love thee. Just in time for the holidays #vegan #minimarshmallows 😯😯 . . . . #veganholiday #veganholidays #vegantraderjoes #veganholidayfood #veganyum #veganism #Orlando #veganfam #veganftw #lovebeingvegan #igorlando #wheredoyougetyourprotein #loveveganfood #nomeatnoproblem #isitvegan #veganfood #veganforall #whatveganswear #veganshare #veganguy #veganlifestyle #vegancommunity #noanimalsharmed #plantbased #friendsnotfood #veganstyle #vegandad #veganorlando (at Orlando, Florida) https://www.instagram.com/p/B403zDUppwo/?igshid=xwg26j5as7hb

[merrykat-silverwheel]

Pancakes with a blueberries, chocolate chips and/or mini marshmallows. #sundaybrunch #pancakes #blueberries #chocolatechips #minimarshmallows #theumbrellaacademy #pajamaday https://www.instagram.com/p/Bu2QiI-AaPP/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=19asremxtq51

[cereallife]

🍪🔥 Coming in hot!! Cinnamon Toast Crunch & Dunkaroos cookies. First time trying these tonight. They good? 🥣 🥣 🥣 #sweettooth #dessert #desserts #cookies #bettycrocker #cereal #cinnamontoastcrunch #new #snacks #snackfood #junkfood #hungry #delicious #healthysnack #food #cereallife #cinnamontoast #dunkaroos #minimarshmallows #smores #instafood #breakfast #🥣 #marshmallows #bakingcookies #cookiesofinstagram #brunch #milkandcookies #breakfastideas #brunchtime (at Cookies!!!) https://www.instagram.com/p/CnFzITUP1x_/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

[premetheus]

I thought this would be a fun photo. I did a similar one a few years ago, it's hot cocoa snow! Taken Friday December 23rd 2022 at 10:31 AM. #Snow #Snows #Snowed #Snowing #Cold #BitterCold #Marshmallow #HotCocoa #MarshmallowsAndHotCocoa #MiniMarshmallows #Silly #Fun #Winter #PureMichigan #MichiganAwesome #Michigan https://www.instagram.com/p/CmhAfJSrz8n/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

[curlyheadhorse]

One of the best #rockyroads I have every made. My secret? Incorporating every random chocolate bar and biscuit In the Treat drawer #Twix #Racer #Hobnobs #mars #cadburysfingers and flurries of #minimarshmallows https://www.instagram.com/p/Cd-1IVItFZ_Yd0TbY87mSGe4RVjEt3AV5tDDM80/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

[orphancookie69]

Hot Chocolate 4 ways!

It is the time for seasonal drinks. Egg nog when it is above 65 degrees out, and hot chocolate when its 65 degrees and below. WHICH HAS BEEN ALOT LATELY! How the heck is it so cold this winter? #JUSTSAYING. Here is hot chocolate in more ways than one!

Option 1: Alcoholic

Who doesn’t like a little Irish in their coffee? Or alcohol in their hot chocolate? For a great alcoholic hot chocolate, start with a fantastic hot chocolate mix (I suggest Ghirardelli or Starbucks). Add Peppermint Schnapps, Whip cream Vodka, Baileys Irish Cream, and Godiva Chocolate Liqueur. A little goes a long and drink safely! Top with whip cream, mini marshmallows, and a peppermint! 

Option 2: Melts

Want a family friendly option? Make your own melts! Using circular molds make the chocolate shells. Put hot chocolate mix and mini marshmallows in the molds. Combine the molds together. Ready for the magic? Heat up some milk, and drop your hot chocolate melts in “poof”...you have hot chocolate. Make the molds in cute shapes for some fun! 

Option 3: Dip

Are you a person that doesn’t need your bones warmed up? Try this warmer version: Dip. Who doesn’t like the idea of dipping some graham crackers into a hot chocolate dip? Mix hot chocolate mix with marshmallow fluff and cool whip, top with marshmallows, and eat with graham crackers. This is great for parties too! 

Option 4: Candied

Or maybe you are like me and love the candies that come out this time of year, like the Hot Cocoa Hershey’s Kisses! Make some fun takes on “Hot cocoa” by making a brownie cup, attaching half a pretzel handle, topping it with marshmallow fluff and marshmallows and kisses! Final step is to eat, after having a proper “hot cocoa party” of course! 

In a creative DIY world, I love all the options for enjoying hot chocolate during this cold winter season. Let me know if you try any of these and how it goes for you and your family! Warm those bones and hearts this holiday season! 

[eigaandhollywood]

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‘Ghostbusters: Afterlife’ Calls Up $44M Opening Weekend – Sunday AM Update

Thanks to "Ghostbusters: Afterlife"'s Excellent 3 Day OW Debut, I think Egon Spengler (Harold Ramis) bless this film wholeheartedly.

So heartwarming☺️

[nightfurii929]

Most Sundays are meant for being lazy and laying around all day. Homemade popcorn to go along with a movie night. 🍿Hope everyone enjoyed their weekend. Thank you mami, @moncy48, for the great find!! 😘😘#orvillefountainhotairpopper #sundayvibes #orvillepresto #sweetandsalty #minimarshmallows #popcornandmarshmallow https://www.instagram.com/p/CUBYT6uN2Cr/?utm_medium=tumblr

[bedfordcottageteahouse]

A different kind of throwback Thursday today... My childhood hot cocoa mug! I brought it out to celebrate the lovely snowfall we got over the weekend. The snow is already gone, having been almost immediately replaced by those good ol’ PNW winter rains. 🍫☕️ #tbt #throwbackthursday #hotcocoa #hotchocolate #hotcocoaweather #pnw #minimarshmallows (at Bellingham, Washington) https://www.instagram.com/p/CLckiOwAwUl/?igshid=1swzipn7fse2a

[beainspiredphotography]

Hot chocolate with marshmallows yum! #cozyvibes #hotchocolate #warmthesoul #minimarshmallows #delicious https://www.instagram.com/p/CJ4pMtPjR6U/?igshid=e77e4xo0vri1