Incredibly Crispy Deep Fried Marshmallows in 45 Seconds Recipe
Enjoy incredibly crispy deep-fried marshmallows that are golden on the outside and gooey on the inside, made in just 45 seconds. Perfect as a fun treat or dessert, these marshmallows are coated in a buttermilk pancake batter and fried to perfection.
- Prep Time: 1 hour 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
- Yield: 20 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
Marshmallows
- 20 large marshmallows (frozen)
Wet Mixture
- ⅔ cup whole milk
- 1 large egg (room temperature)
- ¼ teaspoon vanilla extract
Batter & Oil
- 1⅓ cups buttermilk pancake mix (Pearl Milling Company brand recommended)
- Canola oil for frying (enough to fill 3-4 inches deep in a 5-quart Dutch oven or to the fill line of an electric deep fryer)
Instructions
- Freeze Marshmallows: Place the large marshmallows in the freezer for at least 1 hour to ensure they are frozen solid, which helps maintain their shape during frying.
- Prepare Wet Mixture: In a mixing bowl, whisk together the whole milk, large egg, and vanilla extract until fully combined and smooth.
- Dip Marshmallows: Remove the frozen marshmallows and individually dip each one into the wet milk-egg-vanilla mixture, coating them fully.
- Coat with Pancake Mix: Immediately coat each dipped marshmallow thoroughly in the buttermilk pancake mix, ensuring an even layer covering the surface.
- Heat Oil: In a 5-quart Dutch oven or an electric deep fryer, heat canola oil to 375°F (190°C), using a thermometer to monitor the temperature accurately.
- Deep Fry Marshmallows: Carefully place the coated marshmallows into the hot oil and fry for 30 to 45 seconds, watching closely for a golden brown crispy exterior.
- Drain Excess Oil: Use a slotted spoon to remove the fried marshmallows from the oil and set them on paper towels to drain any excess oil.
- Serve Immediately: Enjoy the crispy, warm marshmallows right away for the best texture and flavor experience.
Notes
- Freezing the marshmallows is crucial to prevent them from melting too quickly when fried.
- Maintain the oil temperature at 375°F to ensure even frying and crispiness without soaking up excess oil.
- Serve immediately as they are best enjoyed warm and crispy.
- Use a deep-frying thermometer to monitor oil temperature for safety and optimal cooking results.
- Canola oil is preferred for its neutral flavor and high smoke point.
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