Deep Fried Marshmallows (Printable)
Golden crispy coating reveals gooey sweet centers in these irresistible fried treats. Quick party dessert.
# What You’ll Need:
→ Marshmallows
01 - 12 large marshmallows
→ Batter
02 - 1 cup all-purpose flour
03 - 2 tablespoons cornstarch
04 - 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
05 - 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
06 - 1/4 teaspoon salt
07 - 3/4 cup cold sparkling water
08 - 1 large egg
→ For Frying
09 - Vegetable oil for deep frying
→ Optional for Serving
10 - Powdered sugar for dusting
11 - Chocolate sauce or caramel sauce for drizzling
# How-to Steps:
01 - Heat vegetable oil in a deep pot or fryer to 350°F.
02 - Whisk together flour, cornstarch, sugar, baking powder, and salt in a mixing bowl.
03 - Whisk egg and sparkling water in a separate bowl until combined. Add to dry ingredients and whisk until smooth, slightly thick batter forms.
04 - Pat marshmallows dry if needed. Using a fork or skewer, dip each marshmallow into batter, ensuring full coating.
05 - Carefully lower coated marshmallows into hot oil, frying in batches to avoid overcrowding. Fry for 1–2 minutes, turning occasionally, until golden brown and crisp.
06 - Remove with slotted spoon and drain on paper towels. Serve immediately, dusted with powdered sugar and drizzled with sauce if desired.
# Expert Advice:
01 -
- The temperature contrast alone is worth it, that crispy shell giving way to molten sweetness
- They come together in under twenty minutes but make everyone think you spent hours planning something special
02 -
- The oil temperature is absolutely critical, too hot and they burn before cooking through, too cool and they turn soggy
- Working quickly once you start dipping matters, the longer marshmallows sit in batter the more they begin to dissolve
03 -
- Skewers are safer than forks for dipping, the marshmallow is less likely to slide off into the hot oil
- Keep a candy thermometer handy, it takes all the guesswork out of knowing when your oil is ready