Just because the holidays are over doesn’t mean marshmallow season has to be — especially when these marshmallows are sugar free and vegan.
It’s not commonly known that marshmallows are not vegan, and when I went to search for vegan options at the grocery store I was disappointed in the ingredients. So I went on an adventure to try and create a vegan version that isn’t filled with corn syrup and, well, magic happened.
Roses are said to carry the highest vibrational energy of anything on earth. They are traditionally valued for lifting the spirits and as a symbol of love, and they have a really lovely taste. Rose is traditionally used in Middle Eastern and Indian desserts.
The base of this recipe is aquafaba. If you’re unfamiliar, aquafaba is the water from a can of chickpeas. I recommend finding one that is unsalted. It whips up just like egg whites and creates that famous marshmallow fluffiness.
Rose Marshmallows
Ingredients½ cup aquafaba ⅔ cup filtered water 3 tbsp. agar agar flakes ¼ tsp. cream of tartar 1 cup monk fruit sweetener (blended into a powder) 1 tsp. vanilla ½ tsp. Sun Potion Solar Rose Water* ⅛ tsp. ground cardamom* 2 tbsp. arrowroot powder *If you want a plain marshmallow, omit the rose and cardamom |
MethodPrepare an 8 by 10 cookie sheet or pyrex with parchment paper and sprinkle with arrowroot powder In a stand mixer, blend the aquafaba and cream of tartar on high for 6 minutes Add vanilla, cardamom and Solar Rose Water and blend for another 3 minutes While blending, bring the water and agar agar to a boil Boil, whisking occasionally, for 3 minutes and remove from heat Add the monk fruit sweetener and boil another 3 minutes, then remove from heat Turn the mixer down to medium and slowly drizzle in the liquid Working quickly, pour the marshmallow fluff into the pan and spread with a spatula You can top with dried rose petals, ground cardamom or leave as is Let sit at room temperature for 2 hours or overnight Cut the marshmallows into squares and place on a cooling rack for 2 additional hours |
These marshmallows will keep in the refrigerator for up to 5 days or in the freezer for several months. They are a delicious addition to any hot beverage or dessert.
Frequently Asked Questions
What makes these marshmallows vegan?
Aquafaba — the liquid from a can of chickpeas — replaces egg white, and agar agar replaces gelatin. Use unsalted chickpea liquid for the cleanest flavor.
Can I make them without rose?
Yes. Omit the Solar Rose Water and cardamom for a plain vanilla marshmallow.
How long do vegan marshmallows keep?
Up to five days in the refrigerator, or several months in the freezer in an airtight container.
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