These homemade vanilla marshmallows are simple to make and make a great for a gut-healing, naturally sweetened treat.

Homemade Vanilla Marshmallows

These soft marshmallows are not only a fun snack, they also contain some amazing ingredients. The gelatine in them can help promote better sleep, soothe the gut lining and aid in digestion.

Marshmallow Variations

Colour the marshmallows by adding natural food colours to them or natural food powders such as beetroot powder
Once set, dip half the marshmallow into a bowl of melted dark chocolate
Use to create a delicious rocky road
Add cocoa powder to make chocolate marshmallows
Mocha – Add some instant coffee and cocoa powder
Choc Orange – Add about 1 ½ tsp of orange extract and some cocoa powder
Chilli Choc – Add about ½ tsp cayenne pepper, and cocoa powder before adding to the mixture
Peppermint – Add 2 tsp peppermint extract
Maple syrup or golden syrup could be substituted for the honey

Stand or Hand Mixer?

Making homemade vanilla marshmallows is so much easier when using a stand mixer as the whipping stage requires a high speed to create the proper volume. A hand mixer can be used, but make sure that it doesn’t overheat using it at a high speed for some time.

Maple Syrup or Honey?

Honey is recommended for making marshmallows as it helps to keep the structure and stability in them. Maple syrup can be used in a pinch, though it will most likely produce softer marshmallows.

Sticky Marshmallows

Make sure the marshmallows are fully set before trying to slice them up. Also, be generous with dusting as this well help with the stickiness.

Blooming the Gelatine

Blooming the gelatine means to let some gelatine sit in water for a while. It will dissolve and start to thicken.

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Using Vanilla Marshmallows

Other than straight up eating them, vanilla marshmallows can be

Added to a hot chocolate drink or hot cocoa drink
Dipped in chocolate dip and let set before eating
Use when making rocky road
They make a fun decoration for cakes or cupcakes
Use these marshmallows to replace store-bought ones when making s’mores
Use them as a topping on your ice creams, sundaes and milkshakes
Wrapped in a clear treat bag and give them away as gifts

Ingredients for Making Homemade Vanilla Marshmallows

To make around 25 squares (depending on the size you cut them), you will need:

½ Cup Cold Water, Divided
3 TBSP Unflavoured Gelatine Powder
¾ Cup Honey
¼ tsp Salt
1 tsp Vanilla Extract
¼ Cup Arrowroot Powder or Cornflour – for dusting

Making Homemade Vanilla Marshmallows

Line a 20cm x 20cm (8×8″) baking tray with baking paper and then lightly dust the paper with cornflour or arrowroot powder.

Into the bowl of a stand mixer, pour in ¼ cup (60ml) of cold water.

Sprinkle the gelatine powder on top of the water and let it stand and look for 5 to 10 minutes.

In a small saucepan combine the honey, the remaining ¼ cup (60ml) of water, and the salt.

Heat over medium heat until the mixture reaches 115˚C (240˚F).

Turn the stand mixer on low speed, then carefully pour the hot honey mixture into the gelatine mixture.

Once all the mixture is added, increase the speed to high and whip for 8 to 10 minutes. The mixture should be thick, glossy and will be triple in volume.

Add the vanilla and marshmallow root powder, if using, and mix until just combined.

Working quickly, spread the mixture into the prepared pan, smoothing the top with a lightly greased spatula.

Let the mixture sit at room temperature for about 4 hours, or until it is fully set.

Dust the top with additional cornflour or arrowroot powder.

Remove from pan and cut into squares.

Storing Vanilla Marshmallows

Store the marshmallows in an airtight container in a cool, dry place for up to one week.

Do not store in the fridge as they will become sticky.