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Gut-Healing Marshmallows in a clear bowl on a cutting board with powdered sugar and a plaid napkin

Gut-Friendly Marshmallows

These homemade gut-friendly marshmallows are made with simple, nourishing ingredients like grass-fed gelatin and your choice of maple syrup or cane sugar. Perfect for hot cocoa, s’mores, or as a sweet snack!
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Prep Time:20 minutes
Chill Time:4 hours
Total Time:4 hours 20 minutes
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Keyword: marshmallows
Servings: 20 marshmallows

Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup water for blooming gelatin
  • 1/2 cup water for syrup
  • 3 tablespoons grass-fed gelatin
  • 1 cup pure maple syrup or cane sugar
  • 1/4 teaspoon fine sea salt
  • 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract

Instructions

  1. Add 1/2 cup cold water and gelatin to a medium saucepan. Whisk together, then let it sit for 5–10 minutes to bloom.
  2. Turn the heat to medium and warm the mixture until it becomes liquid. Add cane sugar (or maple syrup) and salt, whisking until everything is fully dissolved and smooth.
  3. Pour the mixture into a stand mixer fitted with the whisk attachment. Start on low and gradually increase the speed as it thickens. Whip for 8–10 minutes until it becomes thick, fluffy, and glossy with soft peaks. During the last minute, add vanilla.
  4. Quickly pour the marshmallow mixture into a greased or parchment-lined pan and smooth the top. Place in the fridge for several hours, until firm.
  5. Once set, dust the top with powdered sugar. Remove from the pan, dust the sides, and cut into squares or fun shapes. Enjoy!

Notes

  • Dust marshmallows with powdered sugar to prevent sticking.
  • Maple syrup creates a richer, deeper flavor; cane sugar gives that light, classic marshmallow taste.
  • These melt beautifully in hot cocoa and toast perfectly for s’mores.
  • Store in an airtight container in the fridge for several days