Are you ready to whip up some fluffy, pillowy, and oh-so-delicious vegan marshmallows right in the comfort of your kithen? These delectable treats are not only incredibly easy to make, but they're also vegan!
Ingredients
1 cup of aquafaba (the liquid from a jar of chickpeas)
1 cup of caster sugar
1 tablespoon of agar agar powder
1 teaspoon of vanilla extract
A pinch of salt
Cornstarch and icing sugar for dusting
Step 1: Prepare Your Tools
To begin our vegan marshmallow-making adventure, make sure you have the following tools ready:
Mixing bowls
Hand or stand mixer
Saucepan
Whisk
Square baking pan
Parchment paper
Step 2: Let the Magic Begin
Prepare the Fluff : In a mixing bowl, whisk the aquafaba using a hand or stand mixer until stiff peaks form. This might take around 10-15 minutes, so be patient.
Create the Sugar Syrup : In a saucepan, combine the sugar, agar agar powder, vanilla extract, and salt. Heat the mixture over medium heat while stirring continuously until the sugar and agar agar dissolve. Bring to the boil, this is what will activate your agar agar powder to start setting.
Combine and Beat : With the mixer running, slowly pour the sugar syrup into the whipped aquafaba. Continue beating the mixture for another 10-15 minutes until it becomes thick and glossy.
Set the Marshmallow : Transfer the fluffy mixture into a square baking pan lined with parchment paper.
Let It Rest : Allow the marshmallow to set at room temperature for at least 4 hours or, even better, overnight.
Dust It : Combine the icing sugar and cornstarch and lightly dust your marshmallows using a seive.
Step 3: Enjoy Your Creations
Once the marshmallows have set, dust your cutting board with more cornstarch and icing sugar. Carefully cut the marshmallows into squares, ensuring to coat all sticky edges with the cornstarch-icing sugar mixture to prevent sticking.
Sit back, relax, and savor the delightful taste of your homemade vegan marshmallows. Whether you enjoy them in a cup of hot cocoa, toasted over a campfire, or just as they are, these little clouds of sweetness are sure to brighten your day.
Why Choose Vegan Marshmallows?
Besides being a delicious treat, vegan marshmallows offer a guilt-free indulgence for those with dietary restrictions. Made without gelatin, these fluffy wonders are perfect for vegans, vegetarians, and anyone looking to incorporate more plant-based options into their diet. They also use up an ingredient that most of us throw away, the aquafaba from your jar of chickpeas can be put to this amazing use. We love the Bold Bean Co. chickpeas for making all sorts of curries, hummus and bakes, and now it's even better that we can use the liquid from the jar as well!
So, what are you waiting for? Gather your ingredients, don your apron, and get ready to experience the joy of creating your own batch of vegan marshmallows.
Now, go forth and let your culinary creativity soar with these delightful vegan marshmallows. Your taste buds will thank you!
Happy marshmallow-making!
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