Pumpkin marshmallows –
Meet the Pumpkin Marshmallows!
As cute as they are delicious, these little guys are sure to steal the spotlight at any gathering. Imagine friends, family, or even that neighbor who always brings fruitcake, ogling at your marshmallow magic. Well, get ready folks, because these pumpkin-inspired confections are about to make your culinary reputation soar!
Ingredients You’ll Need:
- 1 cup of sugar
- 2 cups of light corn syrup
- 1 tablespoon of pumpkin pie spice (because it’s fall, baby!)
- 1/4 cup of water
- 2 packets of unflavored gelatin
- 1/2 cup of powdered sugar (for dusting and sweetening)
- Orange food coloring (to get your pumpkin vibes going)
- Chocolate chips or melted chocolate (optional, for a spook-tacular drizzle)
Instructions to Pumpkin Perfection:
- In a medium saucepan, combine the sugar, corn syrup, pumpkin pie spice, and water. Cook this over medium heat until you see the sugar dissolving like magic. (And try not to taste it, even if it’s tempting!)
- In a separate bowl, sprinkle the gelatin over 1/2 cup of cold water. Let it bloom for about 5 minutes; it’s like a spa day for your gelatin!
- Once the sugar mixture reaches a rolling boil, remove it from heat. Carefully stir in the bloomed gelatin until everything is well combined. You might want to wear an apron; things could get a bit gooey!
- Transfer the mixture into a stand mixer and whip it on high for about 10-12 minutes. It’s going to turn fluffy white and nearly double in size. Feel free to start humming your favorite baking tune.
- Once it’s all fluffy and delightful, add drops of orange food coloring little by little until you reach your desired pumpkin hue. You’ll want them to be as vibrant as your Halloween spirit!
- Now, spread the marshmallow mixture evenly into a greased pan. Let it sit for a few hours (or overnight if you’re feeling patient), so it can set and solidify like a boss.
- After the wait, dust the top with powdered sugar and slice them into cute pumpkin shapes or squares. If you’re feeling fancy, drizzle with chocolate for extra pizzazz!
And there you have it! Your very own batch of pumpkin marshmallows ready to impress at any event. Remember, the only thing better than eating these marshmallows is watching people’s faces light up as they take their first bite. Happy fall baking!