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Fluffy Marshmallow Crème

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  • Author: Sally Thompson
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: About 3 cups 1x
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Whipping, boiling
  • Cuisine: American

Description

Whip up a batch of Fluffy Marshmallow Crème, the sweet, glossy cloud that’s perfect for everything from frostings to dips. This quick and easy recipe delivers that nostalgic marshmallow flavor without store-bought preservatives. With simple pantry staples and a candy thermometer, you’ll have a light and stable spread that’s perfect for cupcakes, cookies, and more. A must-try for any home baker searching for easy dessert recipes, sweet spreads, or fun baking ideas for the family!


Ingredients

Scale

3 large egg whites, at room temperature

0.5 teaspoon cream of tartar

0.75 cup granulated sugar

0.5 cup light corn syrup

0.25 cup water

1 tablespoon pure vanilla extract

1 pinch salt

0.5 teaspoon almond extract (optional)

1 teaspoon gelatin bloomed in 1 tablespoon water (optional)


Instructions

1. Ensure your mixing bowl and beaters are clean and dry—any grease can ruin your egg whites.

2. In the mixing bowl, beat egg whites, cream of tartar, and salt until soft peaks form.

3. In a saucepan, combine sugar, corn syrup, and water. Bring to a boil without stirring.

4. Heat the syrup to 240°F using a candy thermometer.

5. With mixer on low, slowly pour hot syrup into whipped egg whites.

6. Increase speed to high and whip for 7–10 minutes until thick and glossy.

7. Add vanilla and almond extract (if using) in the last minute of mixing.

8. For extra stability, gently fold in bloomed gelatin.

9. Use immediately or transfer to a sealed container and refrigerate.


Notes

Always use a candy thermometer to ensure your syrup hits the correct temperature.

Don’t rush the whipping—give it time to reach full fluffiness.

Cold or greasy tools can ruin the meringue structure.


Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 tablespoon
  • Calories: 55
  • Sugar: 11g
  • Sodium: 5mg
  • Fat: 0g
  • Saturated Fat: 0g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 0g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 12g
  • Fiber: 0g
  • Protein: 0.3g
  • Cholesterol: 0mg