Marshmallow Fondant Recipe is made with simple ingredients and easy to make from scratch. This fondant is perfect for decorating your cakes.
This fast and simple homemade fondant marshmallow recipe is delicious and easy to use for decorating your favorite cake recipe. You will love the flavor of this fondant and it taste better than anything you buy at the store.
It’s the perfect recipe when you want something different than traditional frosting recipes. Marshmallow Fondant looks so pretty on Easy Chocolate Cake.
Bakers will love this easy fondant tutorial. It’s much better than store-bought fondant.
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Why We Love This Fondant Recipe
- Simple Ingredients – We love that this recipe only requires 3 ingredients unlike the regular fondant. You probably already have the ingredients in your pantry.
- Easy to Make – The process of making this fondant is simple. If you have a mixing bowl, then you can easily prepare this recipe.
- Perfect for decorating – Great way to take your cakes to the next level. Make this easy homemade marshmallow fondant to add another layer of delicious flavor. Add your favorite food coloring and make shapes to your impress your friends and family.
Is Marshmallow Fondant the Same as Regular Fondant?
Yes, they are very similar in that there is not much difference in the ingredients. Homemade Marshmallow Fondant is made up of 3 ingredients but regular fondant has many more.
Marshmallow Fondant is easier to make. Because the main ingredient is already prepared so all you have to do is melt the marshmallows with water. Then add in powdered sugar for the perfect consistency.
If you love marshmallows, make Marshmallow Cookies.
Ingredients
- Miniature Marshmallows. Make sure the marshmallows are fresh.
- Powdered Sugar. Sift the flour if it’s very lumpy.
- Gel Food Coloring. Gel is best for this.
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How to Make Marshmallow Fondant
Step 1. Place marshmallows in a large microwave-safe bowl. Pour the water on top. Microwave in 30 second intervals. You will need to stir after each interval.
Step 2. Next, stir in half of the powdered sugar into the melted marshmallow mixture. Continue to add the remaining confectioners’ sugar until the dough is the consistency of play dough.
Step 3. Then knead the dough with your hands until the fondant is smooth.
Step 4. Dye the fondant by adding a few drops of gel food coloring. Mix into a ball of fondant. I recommend wearing gloves so that the food coloring doesn’t stain your hands.
Step 5. Next, roll the dough on a working surface dusted with powdered sugar.
Step 6. Then the fondant is ready to use. Cut into shapes and decorate the cake.
Storage
To store the fondant, wrap the fondant and plastic wrap. Then store in an airtight container to keep the fondant texture moist.
FAQs
If the Marshmallow Fondant is stored properly, it will last up to 2 months.
It does take several days to dry hard. If your using it to build something, it will become stiff within about a day. It does take a little longer for it to be the level of stiffness that you can buy at the store.
Marshmallow Fondant can be used to cover cakes and make shapes to decorate the cake.
How to Decorate With Marshmallow Fondant
Decorating a cake with Marshmallow Fondant is fun and easy to make. These steps will help you create a beautiful cake decorating idea.
- After preparing the fondant and adding your favorite food coloring, roll out on a floured surface with a rolling pin. If you are not using fresh marshmallow fondant you may need to microwave it to soften it.
- Gently place the rolled out marshmallow fondant over your cake.
- Begin shaping the marshmallow fondant around the cake while pressing it in the cake.
- Cut off an excess fondant and smooth out the fondant for a flush look.
Expert Tips
- Adding in Powdered Sugar – When mixing in the confectioners sugar into the marshmallow mixture, add in one cup at a time.
- Storing Marshmallow Fondant – You can store the fondant at room temperature. You may want to roll the fondant with a thin layer of shortening, then wrap in plastic wrap.
- Add Color – When adding in food color to the fondant, we recommend on using gloves. This prevents the coloring to transfer to your skin. Knead the fondant until the color is evenly distributing.
- Marshmallows – You can substitute the mini marshmallows with large marshmallows. Make sure to measure by weight not volume.
- Melting Marshmallows – We melted the marshmallows in the microwave, but you can easily use a double boiler to melt.
- Kneading the Dough – To prevent a sticky mess, we recommend dusting your hands with powdered sugar. This helps to easily knead the dough without it sticking to your hands.
- Stand Mixer – If you prefer, you can knead the dough with a stand mixer. Add the dough hook to your mixer and oil the bowl. Dust the bowl with powdered sugar, add in the marshmallow mixture and slowly mix in the powdered sugar. Mix until thoroughly combined.
More Easy Recipes For Frosting
- Cool Whip Cream Cheese Frosting Recipe
- Cool Whip Frosting Recipe
- Easy Peanut Butter Frosting Recipe
- Marshmallow Frosting
Get started making beautiful cakes with this easy Fondant Recipe. Please leave a comment once you make it.
Marshmallow Fondant Recipe
Ingredients
- 1 bag Mini Marshmallows 8 oz bag
- 4 cups Powdered Sugar
- 1 Tablespoon Water
- Gel Food Coloring
Instructions
- Place the marshmallows in a large microwave safe bowl. Pour the water on top. Microwave in 30 second intervals, stirring after each interval, until the marshmallows are completely melted.
- Stir in half of the powdered sugar with a sturdy wooden or plastic spoon. Continue to add the remaining powdered sugar until the dough is the consistency of play dough. Then knead the dough with your hands until the fondant is smooth.
- To dye the fondant, add a few drops of gel food coloring into a ball of fondant. Wear gloves so that the food coloring doesn’t transfer to your skin and knead the food coloring until the dough until it’s evenly distributed.
- Roll the dough out onto a counter dusted with powdered sugar. Then the fondant is ready to use to cover your cake or cut out items for decorating your favorite desserts.
