The next marshmallow from the book I’d like to conquer is this: Sea Salt Caramel Swirl!
photo courtesy of Quirk Books.
Here are some of the flavors you will find in this puffalicious book:
- Pineapple Rosemary Marshmallows
- Mango-Chile-Lime Marshmallows
- Maple-Bacon Marshmallows
- Jam Filled Marshmallows
- Rootbeer Float Marshmallows
- Spiced-Cherry Marshmallows
- Mango-Chile-Lime Marshmallows
- Chocolate-Filled Vanilla Marshmallows
A big thanks to the kind folks over at Quick Books for providing me with a review copy. My review copy was complimentary, but my onions were all my own.
To coincide with the launch date for the book (released 2/28), they also have a Marsh Madness campaign going on that you can follow along on twitter with the hashtag: #MarshMadness.
Malibu Marshmallows
recipe from: Marshmallow Madness by Shauna Sever
yield:about 2 dozen 1 1/2-inch marshmallows
The Bloom:
5 tsps. unflavored powdered gelatin
1/2 cup cold coconut water
2 Tbsps. coconut rum (like Malibu rum, 40 proof)
The Syrup:
3/4 cup sugar
1/2 cup light corn syrup, divided
1/3 cup coconut water
2 Tbsps. coconut rum
1/4 tsp. salt
The Mallowing:
1 tsp. pure vanilla extract
1 cup shredded, sweetened coconut, toasted*
Directions:
Lightly coat an 8-by-8-inch baking pan with cooking spray. Spread about 1/2 cup toasted coconut evenly on the bottom of the pan.
Whisk the gelatin together with the coconut water and coconut rum in a small bowl. Let it soften for 10 minutes.
Stir together the sugar, 1/4 cup of the corn syrup, coconut water, coconut rum, and salt in a medium saucepan over high heat. Boil, stirring occasionally, until it hits 240 F. Meanwhile, 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.
When the syrup reaches 240 F, slowly pour it into the mixer bowl in a steady stream. Increase the speed to medium and beat for 5 minutes. Beat for 3 minutes more at medium-high speed. Beat on the highest speed for 1 to 2 minutes more, adding the vanilla. The finished marshmallow will be more than doubled in volume. Pour it into the prepared pan, using an offset spatula to smooth it into the corners. Sprinkle toasted coconut generously over the top. Let set for about 6 hours in a cool, dry place.
Use a knife to loosen the marshmallow from the edges of the pan. Invert the slab onto a work surface. Cut it into pieces and dip the sticky edges in more toasted coconut.
*Toast the coconut by spreading it in an even layer on a small baking sheet and bake at 350 F for about 6-9 minutes. Stir often and do not leave the kitchen for a minute while it’s baking. It can go from perfectly browned to burnt in a matter of minutes.
A Thought For Food says
I LOVE this post! Have been meaning to make marshmallows and this is just the inspiration I need
Savoring Italy says
Making marshmallows is fun and a little messy;)Thanks Brian:)
Magic of Spice says
That book sounds like such fun 🙂 Your marshmallows look fantastic! Something I have never tried to make but have been wanting to 🙂
Hope you are having a wonderful weekend...
Savoring Italy says
Thanks so much, Alisha. The book is full of great homemade marshmallow inspirations.:)
Shauna says
Lora! Thanks for all the kind words, my friend. 🙂 They look absolutely perfect! xo
Savoring Italy says
Thank you, Shauna:)Your book is wonderful:)
Peggy says
Oh this book sounds awesome! I could totally see myself experimenting with that plethora of marshmallows =)
Kiri W. says
I don't like marshmallows, but I am utterly addicted to coconut, and this looks like it can't get more coconutty - what a dilemma! 😉 Looks like you're having tons of fun with this cookbook.
Savoring Italy says
My husband is a not a huge marshmallow fan and was hesitant to try it and really liked it:)I think there is a big difference in flavor between packaged and homemade marshmallows:)
Lora says
Your daughter is so clever to have picked up on the feel of the cover. I love the book as well. I just met Shauna at her NYC book signing last week. She's a doll. Your Malibu marshmallows are sheer perfection!
Savoring Italy says
Hi Lora:) How nice you got to meet Shauna in NYC in person. Thank you!:)
Maureen says
I've never made marshmallows but after looking at these, I think I wanna. 🙂
Sandra M. says
Oh Lora, Lora..you made my mouth water with this post! Those photos are truly incredibly tasty looking!!
Savoring Italy says
It was a fun experiment and hard to choose which marshmallow to make first:)Grazie Sandra!
Jamie says
When my sister made marshmallows for the first time she pushed me to try it - said it was super simple. Haven't yet, but since I love marshmallows so much...
S.V. says
This marshmallow looks yummy! I made my first marshmallows last year and couldn't believe how easy it was. I will have to try these as I love coconut. 🙂
Savoring Italy says
They are wonderful if you love coconut...I can't wait to make another recipe soon:)Thank you!
Krissy's Creations says
I just got this book and can't wait to make some marshmallows! Good choice with the malibu marshmallows 🙂
Savoring Italy says
I can't wait to see what you make:) Thank you!
Happy When Not Hungry says
I've never made marshmallows before... these look so fluffy and delicious!
Savoring Italy says
Thank you:)They were so fluffy and yummy:)
Paula says
Who knew that there were so many different flavours of marshmallows to make. This book really is a soft puffy treasure of pillowy goodness.
Liam @ Is Butter a Carb says
DELICIOUS! What a fabulous recipe!
Jaime says
They look so good! Gotta get that book x
Baker Becky says
I LOVE coconut and I LOVE Malibu!!! These look fabulous!
SweetSugarBelle says
I've not yet had the pleasure of meeting Shauna but I'm about to track her down!!! I MUST have this book!
Jennifer says
I've never eaten a homemade marshmallow, let alone made one, but your easy instructions and the look of the beautiful book are inspirational! Can't wait to try these recipes!
Anonymous says
Hi... wonderfule post! Just wanted to point out a typo... "opinions" has been spelled as "onions."
mellissina2 says
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