Description
Sweet marshmallow icing brings cloudlike magic to desserts with minimal ingredients. Home bakers can whip up this dreamy topping in minutes, creating bakery-quality frosting that elevates cakes and cupcakes with irresistible charm.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 4 egg whites
- 1 cup white granulated sugar
Supporting Ingredients:
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Finishing Ingredients:
- 1/8 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Establish a makeshift double boiler by selecting a heatproof mixing bowl that nestles securely over a pot with simmering water, ensuring no direct contact with the water.
- Combine egg whites, sugar, and salt into the elevated bowl, whisking gently while maintaining low, consistent heat to prevent egg whites from scrambling.
- Continue stirring the mixture attentively until sugar crystals completely dissolve and the blend feels warm to the touch, developing a smooth, glossy consistency.
- Transfer the heated mixture into a stand mixer or large mixing bowl, preparing for aeration.
- Introduce vanilla extract to the warm mixture and engage the mixer at high velocity, whipping vigorously to transform the liquid into a voluminous, bright white frosting.
- Continue beating until the icing develops substantial, rigid peaks that hold their shape firmly and maintain a luxurious, marshmallow-like texture.
- Allow cupcakes to cool completely before generously applying the fluffy marshmallow icing using a spatula or piping bag.
- For an optional caramelized finish, carefully position iced cupcakes under a broiler or use a kitchen torch to delicately bronze the marshmallow surface, creating a golden, toasted appearance.
Notes
- Master the art of dreamy, cloud-like frosting that transforms ordinary cupcakes into extraordinary desserts.
- Create a silky smooth marshmallow topping using simple pantry ingredients and basic kitchen tools.
- Achieve professional-looking results with minimal cooking skills and maximum deliciousness.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Desserts, Snacks
- Method: Double Boiling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 51 g
- Sodium: 30 mg
- Fat: 0 g
- Saturated Fat: 0 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 52 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 2 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg