Homemade Marshmallows (Zephyr)
Light and airy homemade marshmallows made from apple or mixed berry puree, perfect for a sweet treat with a delicate fruity flavor and fluffy texture.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 30 minutes including setting
- Yield: 8 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Whipping and setting
- Cuisine: Eastern European
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 250 g apple puree or a mix of apple and berry puree
- 200 g sugar
- 1 egg white, room temperature
- 350–400 g sugar (for syrup)
- 160 g water
- 8 g agar-agar
- Powdered sugar (for dusting)
Instructions
- Dissolve agar-agar in water and heat until fully dissolved.
- Combine the puree and 200 g sugar in a saucepan and heat gently.
- In a separate pan, heat 350-400 g sugar and water until it reaches soft-ball stage (~115°C/239°F).
- Slowly add the hot syrup to the puree mixture while whisking constantly.
- Whip the egg white to stiff peaks in a separate bowl.
- Carefully fold the whipped egg white into the puree and syrup mixture.
- Pour the mixture into a mold lined with parchment paper and dusted with powdered sugar.
- Allow to set for several hours or overnight.
- Cut into desired shapes and dust with additional powdered sugar before serving.
Notes
- Use smooth, seedless puree for best texture.
- Ensure syrup reaches the soft-ball stage for proper setting.
- Marshmallows must set completely before cutting for clean edges.
- Store in an airtight container at room temperature for freshness.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 150 kcal
- Sugar: Approx. 30 g
- Sodium: Approx. 10 mg
- Fat: 0 g
- Saturated Fat: 0 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: Approx. 35 g
- Fiber: Approx. 1 g
- Protein: Approx. 1 g
- Cholesterol: Approx. 0 mg
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