marshmellow fondant
This is a great recipe to replace store bought fondant.
prep time
20 Min
cook time
method
Microwave
yield
Covers 16 inches rolled 1/4 inch thick
Ingredients
- 16-20 ounces miniture marshmellows
- 4 tablespoons water
- 1 teaspoon flavoring or extract
- 8 cups powdered sugar
- 1 cup cornstarch for dusting
- 1 cup crisco shortening for kneading
- 1 - gallon size bag or plastic wrap
- - wilton or americolor gel food color (to color fondant)
How To Make marshmellow fondant
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Step 1Put marshmallows, water and flavoring in a large microwaveable bowl and microwave on high for 2minutes stopping every 30 seconds to stir
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Step 2Once all marshmallows are melted start sifting the powdered sugar in stirring constantly
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Step 3Once powdered sugar is mixed it, turn fondant dough out on a greased counter top. Grease your hands up real well and knead the dough until it is all smooth.
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Step 4Place dough in a gallon sized baggie dusted with cornstarch or some plastic wrap dusted with cornstarch and let rest for at least 2 hours or overnight for best results
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Step 5To soften the dough, work it with your hands. To prevent sticking use either crisco or corn starch to prepare working space.
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Step 6To tint the dough, knead in gel food color. Remaining dough can be kept well sealed in plastic in the freezer for up to a month.
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