Description
The easiest vegan marshmallow recipe that actually toasts! These gluten-free, Vegan Marshmallows are made with only 5-ingredients including aquafaba, agar agar powder (vegan gelatin), tapioca syrup, vanilla, and a pinch of salt!
Ingredients
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- 1/2 cup aquafaba (unsalted brine from a can of chickpeas)
- 1 cup tapioca syrup* (see notes)
- 2 tablespoons agar agar powder
- 6 tablespoons water
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon vanilla paste/extract
- powdered sugar (or tapioca/arrowroot flour for low sugar), for dusting
Instructions
- First, line an 8×8 baking pan with parchment paper and then spray with coconut oil and generously dust with powdered sugar. You can also use tapioca/arrowroot flour if you don’t want the added sugar. Set aside.
- In your stand mixer, beat the aquafaba on high for about 10-15 minutes. Alternatively, you can do this with a hand mixer.
- Add the tapioca syrup to a small saucepan and bring to a boil. While waiting for it to boil, dissolve the agar agar in the 6 tablespoons of water and then add it to the saucepan. Whisk the syrup continuously until it reaches a rolling boil, then add the salt and vanilla to the saucepan. Whisk to combine then remove from heat.
- Turn your mixer down to low, and slowly pour the syrup mixture into the aquafaba to create a marshmallow fluff. Quickly pour the fluff into your prepared baking pan, smooth the surface, and let it rest for about 3 hours/overnight. Once they have set up, dust with powdered sugar or tapioca/arrowroot flour (low sugar option) and turn it out on a dusted surface. Slice into squares or desired shape. Store the marshmallows in an airtight container, but they are best when consumed the same day, 2 days max.
Notes
READ THE BLOG POST FOR TIPS & TROUBLESHOOTING & OTHER WAYS TO USE MARSHMALLOW FLUFF!
*tapioca syrup allows this recipe to be a lower sugar, grain-free option, but you may also use regular corn syrup if desired.
**if using as marshmallow fluff, use immediately.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Additional Time: 8 hours
- Cook Time: 0 hours
- Category: Dessert
- Cuisine: American