Marshmallow frosting has the flavor of classic marshmallow but the chewy texture of whipped meringue frosting and shimmer – perfect for all your favorite cakes and cupcakes!
- Course: Dessert
- Cuisine: American
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 10 minutes
- Servings: 12 servings
- Calories: 44kcal
Ingredients :
▢ ½ cup white sugar
▢ 2 large egg whites
▢ ¼ cup marshmallow fluff
▢ 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions :
Pour the water into a saucepan and bring it to a boil over medium heat.
Pour the egg whites and sugar into a glass bowl and place it over the boiling water.
Stir constantly until the sugar has dissolved and the mixture reaches 160° F on a kitchen or oven thermometer (this will take about 5 minutes).
Pour the egg whites into the mixer bowl (or the mixer bowl fitted with the paddle attachment) and beat on medium speed until stiff peaks form (this will take about 5 more minutes).
Slowly add the marshmallow flakes and vanilla extract and beat on high speed until stiff peaks form (about 3 minutes).
For cupcakes: pour frosting into a piping bag with tip of your choice and pipe onto cupcakes.
For cakes: spread frosting on sides and top of cake.
Decorate with mini marshmallows and/or chocolate shavings.
