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Colored Miniature Marshmallows

N/A (confectionery) Confectionery & Baking Ingredient

Colored Miniature Marshmallows Confectionery & Baking Ingredient

At a Glance

  • Category Confectionery & Baking Ingredient

The Forktionary Angle

"Beyond the campfire: ingenious ways to integrate miniature marshmallows for texture, sweetness, and visual appeal."

Definition

Small, soft, sweet, and chewy confectionery made primarily from sugar, gelatin, and corn syrup, often artificially colored.

Common Application Hot cocoa, baking, cereals
Primary Function Sweetener, texture, binder
Shelf Life (Unopened) 6-8 months (cool, dry place)

Flavor Profile

The primary flavor notes for Colored Miniature Marshmallows are:

Very sweet vanilla-like light chewy slightly sticky

Chef’s Secret

Toss miniature marshmallows with a tiny bit of cornstarch or powdered sugar before baking to prevent them from sticking together.

Best Substitutes

Uncolored miniature marshmallows

for texture/sweetness
Ratio 1:1

regular marshmallows

cut into smaller pieces, by volume
Ratio 1:1

Buying Guide

Check for freshness (soft and pliable); store in an airtight container to prevent hardening.

Culinary Pairings

Chocolate hot cocoa sweet potatoes fruit salads cereals s'mores

Recipes Using Colored Miniature Marshmallows

24 Hour Fruit Salad image
1 Day Or More Course Salads Desserts

24 Hour Fruit Salad

This vibrant and refreshing 24-hour fruit salad is a crowd-pleaser perfect for potlucks, picnics, and summer gatherings! Made with a creamy, dreamy base and bursting with fresh fruit, this recipe is surprisingly easy and makes a HUGE batch. Prepare it the day before and let the flavors meld for an unforgettable taste experience.

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