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    Jolly Rancher Marshmallows

    Published: Mar 6, 2023 · Modified: Mar 17, 2023 by Hannah · This post may contain affiliate links · Leave a Comment

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    Jolly ranchers + gelatin + air = jolly rancher marshmallows. If you've been following along the "Will it Marshmallow" series, you'll know how to make make marshmallows from gummies, along with things like: peach ring marshmallow rice crispy treats, gummy shark marshmallows, gummy bear marshmallows, and of course, peach ring marshmallows. The jolly ranchers melts into a syrup that you combine with gelatin to whip into marshmallows.

    jolly rancher marshmallows

    Ingredients

    This jolly rancher marshmallows recipe is a basic recipe. I choose to use the all red Jolly Ranchers because I wanted a more uniform flavor and color. Using a mixed flavor bag of Jolly Ranchers will work, but may result in a dull brown color and generic fruity flavor.

    ingredients for jolly rancher marshmallows
    • Unflavored gelatin
    • Jolly Ranchers (you'll need 3, 13 ounce packs)
    • water
    • powdered sugar if wanting to dust them post cutting

    See recipe card for quantities.

    Video Instructions for Jolly Rancher marshmallows

    1. Unwrap a ton of Jolly ranchers (three, 13 ounce bags)
    2. Put them in a medium sized pot over low heat.
    3. Bloom gelatin while the Jolly Ranchers are melting.
    4. Combine melted Jolly Ranchers and gelatin.
    5. Mix on high for 10 minutes in a 5 quart planetary mixer.
    6. Pour into a prepared pan and let sit for 12 hours, undisturbed.
    7. Cut into squares.
    8. Toss in powdered sugar.

    Hint: melting the Jolly Ranchers takes around 20 minutes and should be done on low - medium heat. You do not want the mixture to boil. If you accidentally bring the mix to a boil, let it cool for 5 minutes before pouring it over the gelatin.

    Equipment

    For these jolly rancher marshmallows, you'll need:

    • medium sized pot
    • planetary mixer with wire whisk attachment
    • 8 x 8 baking pan (like one you make brownies in)
    • parchment paper
    • spatula
    • knife
    • cooking spray

    Storage

    Store marshmallows in an airtight container. Shelf life is approximately 3 months.

    Top tip

    Tossing these marshmallows in powdered sugar after cutting will keep them from sticking to each other.

    Jolly Rancher Marshmallows Recipe

    jolly rancher marshmallows

    Jolly Rancher Marshmallows

    Homemade marshmallows made from Jolly Ranchers. Yes, really.
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    Prep Time 30 mins
    Cook Time 10 mins
    Resting Time 12 hrs
    Course Dessert
    Cuisine American
    Servings 12 marshmallows

    Equipment

    • 5 quart planetary mixer
    • 8 x 8 square baking dish
    • parchment paper
    • cooking spray
    • spatula
    • medium size pot

    Ingredients
      

    Gelatin Bloom

    • 40 grams unflavored gelatin
    • 200 grams cold water

    Syrup Slurry

    • 1110 grams unwrapped jolly ranchers 3 , 13 ounce bags

    Other

    • 100 grams powdered sugar for tossing marshmallows

    Instructions
     

    • Prepare an 8 x 8 baking dish by lining it with parchment paper and spraying the parchment paper with cooking spray. Set aside.
    • Unwrap all of your jolly ranchers.
    • Melt unwrapped jolly ranchers on low - medium heat in a medium sized pot.
    • While the jolly ranchers are melting, bloom your gelatin.
    • Bloom gelatin by whisking together 200 grams of cold water with 40 grams of unflavored gelatin in the mixing bowl of a 5 quart planetary mixer. Let it sit, undisturbed, until jolly ranchers are melted.
    • Once jolly ranchers are melted, pour the syrup over the gelatin.
    • Turn the mixer on low for 30 seconds to combine the syrup and gelatin.
    • Increase the speed to high and let it mix for 10 minutes.
    • Turn off mixer. Pour jolly rancher marshmallows into prepared pan.
    • Place another piece of oiled parchment paper on top of the marshmallow, creating a seal.
    • Let jolly rancher marshmallows sit for 12 hours undisturbed before cutting.
    • After 12 hours, oil a sharp knife and cut marshmallows into desired size. 2" x 2" is recommended.
    • Toss marshmallows in powdered sugar.
    • Store in an airtight container.
    Keyword jolly ranchers, marshmallows, marshmallows from candy, viral food ideas, will it marshmallow
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