Marshmallows
Sugar and gelatin whipped into a soft, spongy foam — melts into a gooey, stretchy texture under heat. Mini and standard sizes behave the same, just melt at different rates.
Used for
- s'mores
- hot chocolate
- rice cereal treats
- sweet potato casserole
In the kitchen
- toast over an open flame or broiler until golden
- melt gently with butter, stirring constantly, for treats
- mini size melts faster and more evenly into batters and toppings
Picking it at the store
- A stale, slightly dried-out bag actually toasts better than a fresh one, which can be too soft to hold together
- Coat a knife or scissors with nonstick spray before cutting a homemade batch — they stick to everything otherwise
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