Question 1

Do I need a candy thermometer to make homemade marshmallows?

Accepted Answer

I highly, highly recommend using a candy thermometer for this recipe. It's the only way to know the precise temperature of your sugar syrup, which will ultimately determine the texture of your marshmallows. You don't need anything fancy — a cheap, analog one will get the job done!

Question 2

How do I store homemade chocolate-covered marshmallows?

Accepted Answer

Store in an airtight container. Some sources say not to store homemade marshmallows in the fridge, but I like my chocolate chilled, and I’ve never had any issues. That said, room temperature works just fine too.

Question 3

How long do they last?

Accepted Answer

Seeing as they don't contain eggs, these marshmallows will stay fresh for about 2–3 weeks, making them the perfect make-ahead dessert.

Question 4

Do I need to temper the chocolate?

Accepted Answer

Yes! If you want that snappy chocolate shell that doesn’t melt all over your fingers, tempering is the way to go. The good news is it’s not as tricky as it sounds. You just need a little patience and a candy thermometer (which you’ll already have on hand for the marshmallows).

Question 5

Can these marshmallows be made vegan?

Accepted Answer

I haven't tried any vegan substitutions for the gelatine in this recipe. Vegan marshmallows require different methods and ingredients to make them work, so it's not as simple as a straight swap. If you're vegan/vegetarian, I'd suggest finding a recipe that uses agar agar, such as this one.

Author: Emily

Homemade Chocolate-Covered Marshmallows

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