Easy Homemade Marshmallows with Grass-Fed Gelatine
One of my favourite things in life is finding recipes that are stupidly simple to make but feel like a huge flex.
The dishes that make your friends go, "ELIZA, this is insane... you made this?!" Best. Feeling. Ever.
This marshmallow recipe is one of those recipes. And with winter officially here, it felt like the perfect time to share it.
The best part? Marshmallows are actually kinda good for you. (Winning!)
Traditional homemade marshmallows are basically just water and gelatine. Gelatine comes from collagen, the protein naturally found in the skin, bones, and connective tissues of animals. When these tissues are slowly cooked (like when making bone broth), the collagen breaks down into gelatine, which is packed with amino acids that your skin, hair, nails, joints, and gut absolutely love.
And because Soulistic is made with slow-cooked bone broth, it's naturally packed with gelatine too. So a mug of Soulistic bone broth hot chocolate topped with homemade marshmallows is basically a collagen cocktail.
Glowing skin from a delicious healthy hot chocolate? Say less.
Ingredients
- 1 cup cold water, divided
- 3 tbsp powdered gelatine (grass-fed, of courssseee)
- ½ cup maple syrup
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- Pinch of sea salt
- 2–3 tbsp tapioca flour (for dusting)
Method
- Pour ½ cup of the water into a mixing bowl and sprinkle the gelatine over the top. Let it bloom for 5 minutes.
- In a saucepan, combine the remaining ½ cup water and maple syrup. Heat gently until steaming (not boiling).
- Carefully pour the warm maple mixture into the gelatine while mixing. Add the vanilla and sea salt.
- Whip with an electric mixer for 8–10 minutes until thick, fluffy, and marshmallow-like.
- Pour into a lined container and smooth the top.
- Leave on the bench to set for 4–6 hours (or overnight). If your kitchen is particularly warm, pop them in the fridge instead.
- Slice into squares, then lightly dust all sides with tapioca flour to stop them sticking together.
- Try not to eat the entire batch in one sitting.
Please let me know if you try them! Tag @soulisticblends in your story — I'd loveeee to see them in the wild.
I can't waitttttttt for the next time you make someone a delicious mug of Soulistic bone broth hot chocolate, casually plop in one of your homemade marshmallows, and say, "Oh, I made these."
Such a flex. I love that for you.
Eliza x
Frequently Asked Questions
Are homemade marshmallows healthy?
Compared to store-bought marshmallows (which are typically loaded with corn syrup, artificial flavours, and preservatives), homemade marshmallows are a much cleaner option. Made with just gelatine, water, maple syrup, and vanilla, they're free from nasties and actually contain collagen-supporting amino acids from the grass-fed gelatine. Float them on a Soulistic bone broth hot chocolate and you've got a genuinely nourishing treat.
What is gelatine made from?
Gelatine is derived from collagen, the protein found in the skin, bones, and connective tissue of animals. When these tissues are slow-cooked (the same process used to make bone broth), the collagen breaks down into gelatine. It's rich in glycine, proline, and hydroxyproline, amino acids that support gut lining integrity, skin elasticity, and joint health.
Can I make marshmallows without corn syrup?
Yes! This recipe uses maple syrup instead of corn syrup, making it a refined sugar-free alternative that still whips up beautifully. Honey also works well if you prefer it.
What's the best way to serve homemade marshmallows?
Honestly? Dropped into a mug of Soulistic bone broth hot chocolate. The marshmallow melts slightly into the warm cacao and creates the most indulgent, healthy hot chocolate moment. It's also a great way to impress guests, nobody needs to know how easy they were to make.
How long do homemade gelatine marshmallows last?
Stored in an airtight container at room temperature, they'll keep for up to 2 weeks. Dust generously with tapioca flour to prevent sticking. They can also be frozen for up to 3 months.
