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Cupcakes topped with glossy homemade marshmallow creme frosting, swirled beautifully on a marble background.”

Homemade Marshmallow Creme: 5-Minute Fluffy Frosting You’ll Love


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  • Author: Olivia Reed
  • Total Time: 15 minutes
  • Yield: 4 cups 1x

Description

This quick and easy Homemade Marshmallow Creme whips up in just 5 minutes for the fluffiest, glossiest frosting you’ll ever taste—no corn syrup, no preservatives. Perfect for topping cupcakes, swirling into brownies, or torching for that golden s’mores finish.


Ingredients

Scale
  • 4 large egg whites

  • 1 cup (200g) granulated sugar

  • ½ teaspoon cream of tartar

  • 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract



Instructions

  1. Combine egg whites, sugar, and cream of tartar in a heatproof bowl.

  2. Place the bowl over a saucepan with 2 inches of simmering water (double boiler style). Whisk constantly for about 4 minutes, or until sugar dissolves and the mixture reaches 160°F.

  3. Remove from heat. Add vanilla.

  4. Beat with a mixer on high speed until stiff, glossy peaks form (about 5 minutes).

  5. Use immediately as a frosting or torch for a toasted finish.

Notes

Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 2 days.

Do not freeze.

Substitute lemon juice for cream of tartar if needed.

For a vegan version, use aquafaba instead of egg whites.

  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 5 minutes
  • Category: Frosting / Topping
  • Method: Whipping / Double Boiler
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 2 tablespoons
  • Calories: 50
  • Sugar: 10g
  • Sodium: 10mg
  • Fat: 0g
  • Saturated Fat: 0g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 0g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 11g
  • Fiber: 0g
  • Protein: 1g
  • Cholesterol: 0mg