Strawberry Marshmallows

 
Strawberry Marshmallows are super fluffy homemade marshmallows marbled with strawberry jam made with fresh strawberries. They are light and airy with a fruity sweetness in every bite! And they really are as lovely to look at as they are to eat! For another gourmet marshmallow as I like to call them try my Blueberry Marshmallows too!
Ingredients Substitutions
Strawberry Jam It is worth it to make homemade strawberry jam. It really shines through in taste when it comes to these marshmallows. I prefer using fresh strawberries but you could also use frozen strawberries.

Gelatin Gelatin is a must when making homemade marshmallows. I have heard that arrowroot and Xanthan Gum can be substituted but if you are looking for a vegan recipe I would highly recommend googling that specifically. When working with gelatin its important to allow it to sit in cold water for a few minutes ensuring complete hydration. This step is crucial in creating marshmallows with a smooth lumpfree texture.
Corn Syrup Corn syrup is an important ingredient when making marshmallows because it helps to prevent the sugar from crystallizing which can lead to a grainy and unpleasant texture in the final product. If you would prefer to not use corn syrup in the recipe I do have homemade marshmallows made with maple syrup.
Confectioners Sugar Cornstarch This mixture is optional but it does come in handy to prevent the marshmallows from sticking
Can I Use Storebought Jam?
Sure! You can use a jar of strawberry jam instead of making homemade jam. However the flavor profile will change a bit. You could also try the marshmallows with your favorite kind of jam. That would be a fun and tasty experiment!
Why Does the Syrup Need to Cool to 212F?
In the recipe once the syrup mixture has been heated to 252F the hardball stage it needs to be removed from the heat to cool to 212F the boiling point of water. Cooling the syrup is important when making marshmallows for a couple of reasons. If the syrup is too hot it can break down the gelatin resulting in flat and runny marshmallows. On the other hand if it is too cool it wont mix with the gelatin causing a lumpy texture.
Tips Tricks For Perfect Homemade Marshmallows
Here are some helpful tips to achieve perfectly fluffy marshmallows every time
Use a candy thermometer to ensure that the sugar syrup reaches the right temperatures. This is important for creating a