Description
Crispy deep-fried marshmallows are a fun, sweet treat with a crunchy golden coating and a soft, gooey center. Perfect for parties, desserts, or a creative twist on a childhood favorite.
Ingredients
- Marshmallows: 24 (standard size)
- All-purpose flour: ¾ cup
- Cornstarch: ¼ cup
- Baking powder: ½ teaspoon
- Salt: ⅛ teaspoon
- Granulated sugar: 2 tablespoons
- Milk (or milk substitute): ½ cup
- Egg: 1 large
- Vanilla extract: ½ teaspoon
- Breadcrumbs (or crushed cornflakes): 1 cup
- Vegetable oil (for frying): about 2–3 inches deep
- Powdered sugar or melted chocolate (optional, for serving): as desired
Instructions
- In a bowl, whisk together the flour, cornstarch, baking powder, salt, and granulated sugar.
- In a separate bowl, beat the egg, milk, and vanilla extract until smooth.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture and whisk until a thick batter forms.
- Place the breadcrumbs or crushed cereal in a shallow bowl.
- Skewer each marshmallow (optional), dip it into the batter, then roll in the breadcrumbs to fully coat. For extra crispness, repeat the coating process once more.
- Heat vegetable oil in a deep pot to about 180°C (350°F).
- Fry the coated marshmallows in batches for 1–1½ minutes, turning until golden brown on all sides.
- Remove with a slotted spoon and place on paper towels to drain excess oil.
- Dust with powdered sugar or drizzle with melted chocolate if desired, and serve immediately while warm.
Notes
- Best served immediately for maximum crispiness.
- Double-coating ensures better texture and prevents coating from falling off.
- Use gluten-free flour and crumbs for a gluten-free version.
- Experiment with flavors: add spices like cinnamon or pumpkin spice to the batter.
- Reheat leftovers in the oven for a few minutes to restore crispiness.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Deep Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 fried marshmallow
- Calories: 90
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 40mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 13g
- Fiber: 0.5g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
