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    Homemade Marshmallow Fluff | How to make Marshmallow Cream

    Published: Dec 5, 2022 by Kushi with Leave a Comment . Article has 804 words. About 5 minutes to read this article.

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    Marshmallow fluff is a light and fluffy spread that can be used even as a topping (frosting) or filling, and the flavor tastes similar to regular marshmallows. Homemade marshmallow creme is quick and easy to make, tastes delicious, and needs only 4 ingredients to prepare.

    best homemade 4 ingredient marshmallow fluff, cream or meringue frosting

    About the recipe

    Marshmallow creme is also called marshmallow stuff, marshmallow fluff, marshmallow spread, marshmallow paste, or marshmallow meringue frosting. The creme is mostly used as a spread in sandwiches and is similar to the flavor of regular marshmallows, but the texture is totally different.

    The best part about making your own marshmallow fluff or creme at home than using store-bought ones is that you are not adding any preservatives or high fructose corn syrup without compromising on taste and texture.

    If you have marshmallow fans among your family and friends, you can even consider gifting them a jar of marshmallow fluff this holiday season.

    marshmallow meringue frosting, homemade marshmallow fluff recipe

    Ingredients

    • 4 Egg whites
    • 1 cup Sugar (200g)
    • ½ teaspoon Cream of tartar
    • 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract

    How to make Marshmallow Creme at home?

    Take a pot with one or 2 inches of water, and bring it to a boil on medium-high heat. Place a heat-proof bowl (glass bowl) on top of this (double boiler method).

    Adding egg whites and sugar in double boiler heat proof bowl

    Add egg whites and sugar and whisk continuously for 5 minutes until the sugar dissolves completely. There should be no sugar granules when you feel the mixture between your fingers. If you have a candy thermometer, the temperature should reach 160 degrees F.

    Add vanilla extract and cream of tartar and use a handheld mixer or stand mixer with a whisk attachment, and whisk for 5 minutes on high speed until stiff glossy peaks are formed.

     adding cream of tartar, whisk until stiff peaks are formed.

    You can store this in an airtight container for up to 2 days.

    Pro Tips:

    See that the eggs you use are fresh and cold. In this way, you can separate the whites easily.

    You can use caster sugar or granulated sugar. I have not tried this recipe with powdered or confectioners sugar.

    Uses for Homemade Marshmallow Fluff

    My all-time favorite is the Fluffernutter sandwich, popularly known as the peanut butter sandwich, where the sandwich is made with marshmallow creme and peanut butter on white bread. Mouth-watering right? You have to try this.

    My new favorite use of marshmallow fluff is for the holiday fantasy chocolate fudge made using this marshmallow creme, and the fantasy fudge recipe is coming up next. So stay tuned.

    You can use it in any of these or any recipe you use store-bought fluff

    • Peanut butter fudge
    • Rice Krispie treats
    • Chocolate fudge
    • Fruit dip
    • Use it as a topping for your holiday pie
    • Frosting for your cupcakes
    • Sandwich between two graham crackers
    • Top of your ice cream or even hot chocolate.
    • S'mores bars.

    If you like this fluff toasted, use a kitchen torch to toast the marshmallow fluff once you frost your cakes and cupcakes with it.

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    Video

    You can check my video on making marshmallow creme here.

    FAQ

    Are raw eggs safe to eat?

    Generally no. Do not eat raw egg whites. But with this meringue frosting, the egg whites are cooked/pasteurized on a double boiler method until they reach 160 degrees F, which makes it safe to eat.

    Can I freeze marshmallow fluff?

     No. Do not freeze the fluff or frosting. It will not thaw back to the consistency needed.

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    Easy Homemade Marshmallow Creme Recipe | Meringue Frosting

    Kushi
    Marshmallow fluff is a light and fluffy spread that can be used even as a topping (frosting) or filling, and the flavor tastes similar to regular marshmallows. Homemade marshmallow creme is quick and easy to make, tastes delicious, and needs only 4 ingredients to prepare.
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    Prep Time 10 mins
    Cook Time 5 mins
    Total Time 15 mins
    Course Desserts, sweets
    Cuisine American, European
    Servings 4 cups
    Calories 212 kcal

    Equipment

    • 1 Bowl

    Ingredients
      

    • 4 Egg whites
    • 1 cup Sugar (200g)
    • ½ teaspoon Cream of tartar
    • 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract

    Instructions
     

    • Take a pot with one or 2 inches of water, and bring it to a boil on medium-high heat. Place a heat-proof bowl (glass bowl) on top of this (double boiler method).
      4 Egg whites, 1 cup Sugar (200g)
    • Add egg whites and sugar and whisk continuously for 5 minutes until the sugar dissolves completely. There should be no sugar granules when you feel the mixture between your fingers. If you have a candy thermometer, the temperature should reach 160 degrees F.
    • Add vanilla extract and cream of tartar and use a handheld mixer or stand mixer with a whisk attachment, and whisk for 5 minutes on high speed until stiff glossy peaks are formed. Check out the video here.
      ½ teaspoon Cream of tartar, 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
    • You can store this in an airtight container for up to 2 days.

    Video

    Notes

    See that the eggs you use are fresh and cold. In this way, you can separate the whites easily.
    You can use caster sugar or granulated sugar. I have not tried this recipe with powdered or confectioners sugar.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 212kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 3gFat: 0.2gSodium: 51mgPotassium: 113mgSugar: 50gCalcium: 3mgIron: 0.1mg
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