Both the Toasted Coconut and Vanilla Marshmallow Meltaways from Sweet & Sara were among the best we tasted in a field of dozens of brands—and they’re vegan, not made with gelatin like almost all the other marshmallows. Bravo! Photo by Dhanraj Emanuel | THE NIBBLE.

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November 2007
Updated March 2009

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Marshmallow Madness

Page 6: How To Make A Toasted Marshmallow

This is Page 6 of a six-page overview of marshmallows. Click on the black links below to visit other pages.

• Page 1: Marshmallow Overview
• Page 2: History: A Sticky Past
• Page 3: Modern Marshmallows:
  Caramel, Flavors, Jumbo & Gourmet Mallows
• Page 4: Marshmallow Recipe, S’Mores Recipe
• Page 5: More Recipes/Serving Suggestions
• Page 6: How To Make A Toasted Marshmallow
• Part II: The Best Artisan Marshmallows

Toasting Marshmallows

Who needs a campfire—or even a fireplace? There are other ways to make a delicious toasted marshmallow!

• If you have a gas stove, you can toast the marshmallow over an open flame until it begins to brown—about a minute, depending on how “toasty” you like it.
• A fondue fork is ideal for toasting because it has a protective handle, but impaling the marshmallow on the tip of a regular fork works, too. You can use skewers, as well; bamboo skewers will not heat up and are easier to hold. You’ll need to soak them first, though, so they won’t catch fire!
• For more romantic toasting, use a candle—but not a scented one.
• Similarly, avoid toasting over Sterno: The marshmallow will smell and taste of it. A votive candle will work, and if you’re having guests, you can put a votive at each place setting.
• For best results, hold the marshmallow about two inches away from the flame and turn it continuously. This way, the marshmallow will melts from the inside out and brown evenly.

Part II: Taste Test

We hope you’ve enjoyed our marshmallow “overview.” If you’re hungry for a delicious artisan marshmallow, you’re ready to discover our favorite gourmet marshmallows Follow us to Part II.

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