This homemade marshmallow recipe is made with egg whites for extra protein and is the perfect addition to hot chocolate or coffee. These fluffy homemade marshmallows are a healthier alternative to store bought options.
Marshmallows are delicious, but most options at the store are packed full of high fructose corn syrup. Marshmallows are easy to make at home for a delicious treat that are nourishing and have gut healing benefits.
Now, I have made homemade marshmallows many ways before. I even have a recipe for paleo honey marshmallows that are made with just three ingredients. I knew I also had to share my recipe for high protein marshmallows. These are a favorite of mine because they contain less sugar and the addition of egg whites increases the protein. Pairing protein with carbohydrates is important to maintain stable blood sugar.
What You Need To Make Homemade Marshmallows
These high protein marshmallows only require a few ingredients. Water, gelatin, sweetener of choice, egg whites, vanilla extract and salt.
Water: Water is needed to bloom the gelatin.
Gelatin: My favorite gelatin is bovine gelatin. It is important to me to purchase a good quality grass fed gelatin and this company tests for glyphosate residue which I appreciate.
Sweetener: You can use many different sweeteners to make marshmallows. Make this recipe with cane sugar, maple syrup, or honey. All have been tested and turn out perfectly.
Egg Whites: I use egg whites in this recipe to increase the protein and use up egg whites. I make this recipe because it is a great way to use egg whites leftover when I have been baking with egg yolks.
Vanilla Extract: Vanilla extract adds a great flavor to the homemade marshmallows.
Salt: Add a bit of salt to my homemade marshmallows to balance the sweetness, but you can omit it if you like.
Are Homemade Marshmallows Healthy
Yes homemade marshmallows can be healthy. Homemade marshmallows contain gelatin which is a good source of glycine, proline, and glutamic acid, which converts to glutamine in the body. Glutamine is particularly important for those dealing with leaky gut and it is supportive of gut health. It is common for our diets to lack these amino acids.
Can I Make Substitutions With Homemade Marshmallows
These high protein marshmallows have a short ingredient list, so there isn’t a lot of room for substitutions, but there are some you can make! Make this marshmallow recipe with cane sugar, honey, or maple syrup. Change up the flavor by using different extracts like peppermint and spices.
Variations For Homemade Marshmallows
For chocolate marshmallows, simply add a tablespoon of cocoa powder with the sugar to the gelatin mixture.
To make chocolate peppermint marshmallows, add a tablespoon of cocoa powder with the sugar to the gelatin mixture and substitute peppermint extract in place of the vanilla extract.
Make cinnamon marshmallows by adding 3/4 teaspoon of cinnamon with the sugar to the gelatin mixture.
Can You Roast Egg White Marshmallows
You can roast homemade marshmallows, but these marshmallows melt faster because they use egg whites. I recommend trying my marshmallow recipe without egg whites for roasting, which you can find here.
How To Make Homemade Marshmallows
Start by adding the water to a small pot and sprinkling the gelatin over top, and then allow the gelatin to bloom for 5 minutes.
Once the gelatin has bloomed, heat over medium and add the sweetener, vanilla extract, and salt. Allow to simmer for a few minutes.
While the gelatin mixture is simmering, separate 6 egg whites and beat with a handheld mixer or in a stand mixer on high speed until stiff peaks form.
Slowly pour the gelatin mixture into the egg whites while mixing on high speed. Increase speed to high and continue to mix for one minute until the mixture looks thick and glossy. Grease or line a 8×8 pan with parchment paper and transfer the marshmallow mixture to the pan.
Smooth out mixture and allow to set in the fridge for at least 6 hours or over night, then slice into squares and serve.
Store egg white marshmallows in the fridge for up to 4 days.
Homemade Marshmallows
Homemade fluffy marshmallows made with egg whites for a higher protein option.
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup water
- 3 tbsp gelatin
- 6 egg whites
- 1/2 cup cane sugar, honey or maple syrup
- 1 tbsp vanilla extract
- pinch of salt
Instructions
- Add water to a small pot and sprinkle gelatin over top in an even layer. Allow to bloom for 5 minutes.
- Heat gelatin mixture over medium and add sweetener of choice, vanilla extract and salt. Simmer for 3 minutes.
- Add egg whites to a stand mixer or use a handheld mixter to beat until stiff peaks form.
- Slowly pour the gelatin mixture into the egg whites while mixing on low speed.
- Increase speed on mixer to high and beat for 30 seconds or until the mixture has increased in volume and looks glossy and white.
- Transfer to a greased or parchment lined 8x8 pan and smooth out.
- Allow the marshmallows to set in the fridge for at least 6 hours or overnight before cutting.
- Store in the fridge for up to 4 days.
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