Kool-Aid Marshmallows

Kool-Aid Marshmallows
45 min.
30
61kcal

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Are you ready to elevate your snacking game with a burst of color and flavor? Introducing Kool-Aid Marshmallows—a delightful treat that will tickle your taste buds and spark your creativity! These soft, fluffy marshmallows are not only incredibly easy to make, but they also come alive with the vibrant flavors of your favorite Kool-Aid drink mix. Perfect for parties, movie nights, or just a fun afternoon in the kitchen, these marshmallows are sure to be a hit with both kids and adults alike.

Imagine the joy of biting into a light and airy marshmallow that not only melts in your mouth but also adds a pop of fruity flavor to your day. With the optional sprinkle of Pop Rocks, you can take your marshmallow experience to the next level, adding an exciting crackle that will surprise and delight. As you whip up this sweet treat, you’ll appreciate the simple ingredients and straightforward steps, making it an ideal recipe for bakers of all skill levels.

Whether you enjoy these marshmallows as a standalone snack or as an enchanting addition to a dessert table, they promise to bring a fun twist to any occasion. Get ready to impress your friends and family with homemade Kool-Aid Marshmallows that are not just a treat for the taste buds but also a feast for the eyes!

Ingredients

  • 0.5 cup candy coating disks for dusting plus more
  • 0.5 cup plus light divided
  • teaspoons gelatin powder unflavored
  • 0.2 ounce liquid malt extract unsweetened
  • packets popped popcorn for sprinkling
  • 0.1 teaspoon sea salt fine
  • 0.8 cup sugar 
  • 0.3 cup water 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • sauce pan
  • oven
  • knife
  • whisk
  • blender
  • baking pan
  • hand mixer
  • microwave
  • offset spatula

Directions

  1. Lightly coat an 8-by-8-inch baking pan with cooking spray.
  2. WHISK TOGETHER the Kool-Aid mix, cold water, and gelatin in a small bowl.
  3. Let it soften for 5 minutes.
  4. STIR TOGETHER the sugar, 1/4 cup of the corn syrup, water, and salt in a medium saucepan. Bring the syrup to a boil over high heat, stirring occasionally, until it reaches 240°F.
  5. Pour the remaining 1/4 cup corn syrup into the bowl of an electric mixer fitted with the whisk attachment. Microwave the gelatin on high until completely melted, about 30 seconds, and pour it into the mixer bowl. Set the mixer to low and keep it running.
  6. WHEN THE SYRUP reaches 240°F, slowly pour it into the mixer bowl. Increase the speed to medium and beat for 5 minutes. Increase to medium-high and beat for 5 more minutes. Beat on the highest setting for 1 to 2 minutes more. The finished marshmallow will be tripled in volume.
  7. Pour it into the prepared pan, using an offset spatula to smooth it into the corners. Sift coating generously over top.
  8. Let it set for 6 hours in a cool, dry place.
  9. Use a knife to loosen the marshmallow from the edges of the pan. Invert the slab onto a coating-dusted work surface and dust it with more coating.
  10. Cut into shapes and dip the sticky edges in Pop Rocks or more coating, patting off the excess.
  11. As close to snack time as possible, roll the mallows in Pop Rocks so that they'll be cracking when you serve them!
  12. Reprinted with permission from Marshmallow Madness! by Shauna Sever, © 2012 Quirk Books
  13. Shauna Sever writes the popular baking blog Piece of Cake and is a host and reporter for food-related television. She also runs
  14. Bake Sale
  15. Bakery, a dessert catering business in San Francisco, where she lives with her husband and daughter.

Nutrition Facts

Calories61kcal
Protein3.9%
Fat16.92%
Carbs79.18%

Properties

Glycemic Index
5.18
Glycemic Load
4.38
Inflammation Score
1
Nutrition Score
0.13434782591851%

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:61.25kcal
3.06%
Fat:1.17g
1.81%
Saturated Fat:1.13g
7.09%
Carbohydrates:12.37g
4.12%
Net Carbohydrates:12.35g
4.49%
Sugar:12.24g
13.61%
Cholesterol:0.04mg
0.01%
Sodium:16.43mg
0.71%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:0.61g
1.22%
Source:Epicurious