Homemade Strawberry Marshmallows

These gorgeous pink homemade strawberry marshmallows are surprisingly easy to make, and perfect for s’mores, hot chocolate, and Valentine treats!

Have you ever tried a homemade marshmallow? Don’t get me wrong — I love the store-bought kind (I really do). But once you taste one made from scratch, there’s just no comparison.

The best homemade marshmallows are light as air, fluffy, and perfectly sweet. I still remember my mom making them for Easter when I was about 9 or 10. The marshmallows were incredible, but what stuck with me most was how complicated the process seemed — and how frustrated she got along the way.

Because of that, I avoided making them for years… until a friend showed me a stand mixer method that completely changed my mind. To my surprise, they were incredibly easy and turned out perfectly!

Ever since, I’ve been experimenting with different flavors, and these homemade strawberry marshmallows are at the top of my list. They’re soft, fluffy, perfectly sweet, and packed with just the right amount of strawberry flavor — noticeable without being overpowering.

How To Make Strawberry Marshmallows

Homemade strawberry marshmallows are one of those magical recipes where a few simple ingredients transform into something completely new — soft, fluffy, and packed with real strawberry flavor. Here’s the easy step-by-step guide:

Prep the Pan– Line a 9×9 baking dish with plastic wrap, then generously dust it with powdered sugar to prevent sticking.

Blend the Strawberries– Using a blender or food processor, puree the strawberries until completely smooth. Pour the puree into the bowl of a stand mixer, sprinkle the gelatin over the top, and stir until fully combined.

Heat the Sugar Mixture– While the gelatin softens, heat the sugar and corn syrup on the stove until it reaches 240°F. A candy thermometer is essential here for accuracy.

Watch the Magic Happen– As you beat the hot sugar mixture into the strawberry gelatin, it will lighten, thicken, and turn into marshmallow fluff right before your eyes. I’ve made dozens of batches, and it never stops being fun to watch — especially when the mixture turns that beautiful shade of pink.

Mix Until Fluffy- Using the whisk attachment, start your mixer on low and slowly pour the hot sugar mixture down the side of the bowl. Once combined, increase the speed to high and beat for 10–12 minutes.

You’ll know it’s ready when the mixture is pale pink, thick, and just slightly warm. Add the vanilla during the last couple minutes of mixing.

Pour and Set– Spread the marshmallow mixture evenly into your prepared pan and let it set for about 4 hours. Once firm, cut into cubes and roll each piece in powdered sugar.

Recipe Tips

Prep Your Tools – These marshmallows are (obviously) very sticky, so my best tip for you is to use lots of powdered sugar and cooking spray. Spray all of your tools with cooking spray, and coat your baking dish liberally with powdered sugar.

Coating The Marshmallows – To coat the marshmallows after they’ve been cut, I usually just add the powdered sugar to a Ziplock bag, add the marshmallows, and shake to coat. Simple and easy!

Mix Up The Flavor – You can make these strawberry marshmallows a little more festive during the holidays by substituting the vanilla with peppermint extract.

Storage & Freezing

Proper Storage – These homemade marshmallows can stay fresh for about 3 weeks if you store them in an airtight container at room temperature. You’ll probably want to store them with parchment paper in between them so they don’t stick together. You can also sprinkle extra powdered sugar over them to help keep them from sticking.

Freezing – You can also freeze these marshmallows if you’d like to make one big batch and use them over the next couple of months. They’ll stay fresh for about 3 months if stored in a freezer-safe container.

As great as these marshmallows are on their own, they’re even more fantastic in a cup of hot chocolate! The strawberry flavor blends beautifully with the hot chocolate, to make an over the top delicious treat. Perfect for sharing with someone you love!

More Recipes Using Marshmallows

• Mini S’mores Tortes
• Marshmallow Fondant Recipe
• S’mores Bites
• Oreo Rice Krispie Treats
• Strawberry Marshmallow Cupcakes

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Homemade Strawberry Marshmallows

Servings: 16 marshmallows

These gorgeous pink homemade strawberry marshmallows are surprisingly easy to make, and perfect for s'mores, hot chocolate, and Valentine treats!

Prep Time:4 hours hrs 20 minutes mins

Total Time:4 hours hrs 20 minutes mins

Ingredients

• 1 cup fresh strawberries, rinsed and hulled
• 2 .25 oz packets unflavored gelatin
• 1/2 cup corn syrup
• 3/4 cup sugar
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 cup water
• 1/2 teaspoon vanilla
• 1/2 cup powdered sugar

Instructions

• Prepare a 9 x 9 baking dish by lining with plastic wrap and dusting thoroughly with powdered sugar.
  
• Blend the strawberries in a food processor or blender until smooth. Pour the strawberry mixture into the bowl of a stand mixer, and sprinkle with the gelatin. Mix with a fork until blended.
• In a medium saucepan, whisk together the corn syrup, sugar, salt, and water. Heat, stirring frequently, until the mixture reads 240 degrees on a candy thermometer, then remove from heat.
• Turn the mixer on low speed, with the whisk attachment. Carefully and slowly pour the hot sugar mixture down the side of the bowl into the strawberry and gelatin mixture. When all of the sugar mixture has been added, increase the speed to high and beat 10-12 minutes, or until the mixture is a light shiny pink color and just slightly warm to the touch. Add the vanilla during the last few minutes of beating time.
• Scoop the marshmallow mixture into the prepared pan and spread evenly using a spatula sprayed with cooking spray. Sprinkle with powdered sugar and let stand for at least 4 hours. Cut into cubes and toss in powdered sugar to coat all the sticky parts. Store in an airtight container.

Nutrition

Serving: 2 marshmallows · Calories: 84 kcal · Carbohydrates: 22 g · Protein: 0.2 g · Fat: 0.1 g · Saturated Fat: 0.001 g · Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.01 g · Monounsaturated Fat: 0.004 g · Sodium: 80 mg · Potassium: 14 mg · Fiber: 0.2 g · Sugar: 22 g · Vitamin A: 1 IU · Vitamin C: 5 mg · Calcium: 3 mg · Iron: 0.05 mg

Other Notes

Course: Dessert

Keyword: treat