Toasted-Marshmallow Topping
Toasted-Marshmallow Topping is a flavorful Continental Desserts & Baking dish prepared with quality ingredients. Stir corn syrup, 1 cup water, and sugar in medium saucepan over medium-high heat until sugar dissolves.
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Easy Prep ≤ 4 steps · Fast & beginner friendly
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Moderate 5–8 steps · Everyday home cooking
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Expert ≥ 9 steps · Multi-step advanced prep
Ingredients Required
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Follow numbered steps for authentic taste and perfectionStir corn syrup, 1 cup water, and sugar in medium saucepan over medium-high heat until sugar dissolves.
Attach candy thermometer to side of pan.
Boil syrup without stirring until thermometer registers 238°F, occasionally brushing down sides of pan with wet pastry brush, about 12 minutes.
Meanwhile, place egg whites, cream of tartar, and vanilla in bowl of heavy-duty mixer fitted with whisk.
When thermometer in syrup registers 230°F, beat whites at medium-low speed until peaks form.
When thermometer registers 238°F, pour hot syrup down sides of bowl, beating until marshmallow topping is shiny and thick, about 2 minutes.
Scrape topping into glass pie dish.
DO AHEAD Can be made 1 day ahead.
Cover with inverted bowl (plastic wrap will stick).
Let stand at room temperature.
If topping hardens, microwave in 10-second intervals before browning.
Preheat broiler.
Broil marshmallow topping until surface is golden brown, about 1 minute.
Serve immediately.
Chef's Secret Tips & Serving Pairings
- Serve hot and fresh as a wholesome vegetarian meal.
- Pairs excellently with steamed rice, flatbreads, or fresh salad garnish.