Zefir Marshmallows (Crazy Easy)
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4.8
Zefir Marshmallows (Crazy Easy)
Description
The Zefir Marshmallows recipe begins by beating egg whites with sugar until fluffy. Separately, gelatin is dissolved in water and combined with a hot sugar syrup infused with lemon juice and food coloring. This hot syrup is slowly poured into the egg whites while beating, creating a fluffy, elastic marshmallow batter. The mixture is piped into decorative shapes onto wax paper and allowed to dry for several hours at room temperature.
The marshmallows develop a soft, pillowy texture that is balanced by mild sweetness and a slight tang from the lemon juice. Topping with powdered sugar prevents sticking and adds a subtle outer texture. The assembly of two marshmallows into a sandwich enhances presentation and texture contrasts.
This recipe does not require baking, relying on air drying to set the marshmallows. It is a distinct variation from typical gelatin-only or eggless marshmallows, featuring the lightness of whipped egg whites. The inclusion of gelatin provides structure and chewiness.
Ingredients
- 3 egg white
- 3 cup sugar
- 1 cup water
- 5 tsp gelatin
- 5 tbsp lemon juice
- 1/3 tsp Food Coloring
Instructions
- Using a stand or hand mixer, beat the egg whites with 1 cup of sugar.
- In a separate bowl, mix ½ cup water with the gelatin powder and let the mixture sit for a couple of minutes.
- Mix the other ½ cup of water with 2 cups of sugar in a saucepan over low heat. Add in the gelatin mixture and stir until completely dissolved. Next, add in the food coloring and lemon juice. Allow the mixture to cool to room temperature.
- Transfer the gelatin mixture to a measuring cup for easy pouring. Place the eggs in the bowl of a stand mixer and gradually increase the beating speed to high. Slowly, pour the gelatin mixture into the eggs as you beat until you get stiff peaks.
- Stuff the zefir batter into a plastic piping bag. Using the frosting tip, pipe small flower shapes onto a piece of wax paper laid flat on your countertop. Allow the marshmallows to dry for 8 hours at room temperature.
- Sprinkle the marshmallows with powdered sugar. Assemble the zefirs by sticking the ends of two marshmallows together. Repeat until you run out. Enjoy!
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 50Units
Amount Per Serving
Calories 49 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 49kcal | 2% |
| Carbohydrates | 12g | 4% |
| Protein | 1g | 2% |
| Fat | 1g | 2% |
| Saturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Sodium | 4mg | 0% |
| Potassium | 4mg | 0% |
| Sugar | 12g | 24% |
| Vitamin C | 1mg | 1% |
| Calcium | 1mg | 0% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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Overall Rating
4.8
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