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Creamy Caramel Marshmallow Cups

Indulgent marshmallow cups with a creamy caramel center, combining rich caramel, fluffy marshmallows, and a smooth chocolate coating for a decadent treat.

  • Total Time: 1 hour
  • Yield: 24 1x

Ingredients

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  • 3/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/4 cup butter, cut into chunks
  • 1 cup heavy whipping cream, warmed
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 cups granulated sugar
  • 2 tablespoons light corn syrup
  • 1/2 cup cold water (divided)
  • 2 envelopes unflavored gelatin
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • Powdered sugar, for dusting
  • Dark chocolate, for coating (optional)

Instructions

  1. Combine 3/4 cup sugar and butter in a saucepan; cook over medium-high heat, stirring constantly, until light golden brown (4-6 minutes). Remove from heat and slowly stir in warm whipping cream. Return to heat and cook, stirring occasionally, until candy thermometer reaches 230°F (10-25 minutes). Stir in 1 teaspoon vanilla extract; set caramel aside.
  2. Line an 8-inch pan with foil or plastic wrap; dust with powdered sugar.
  3. Sprinkle gelatin over 1/2 cup cold water in a mixing bowl; let bloom without stirring.
  4. Combine 2 cups sugar, corn syrup, and remaining 1/2 cup cold water in a saucepan; cook over medium-high until sugar dissolves. Bring to a boil and cook until thermometer reaches 240°F.
  5. Pour hot syrup into gelatin mixture with mixer on low, then beat on high until thick and glossy.
  6. Fold half of the prepared caramel into the marshmallow mixture without overmixing. Pour into prepared pan and drizzle remaining caramel over top, creating swirls. Dust with powdered sugar and let cool completely.
  7. Cut into cups with a knife dusted with powdered sugar. Optionally, dip cups in melted dark chocolate and let set for a creamy chocolate-caramel marshmallow cup.

Notes

1. Use a candy thermometer for precise temperature control to get the correct caramel and marshmallow textures. 2. Dust cutting knife with powdered sugar to prevent sticking. 3. For a richer treat, coat the marshmallow cups with melted dark chocolate.

  • Author: Dorothy Miller
  • Prep Time: 30 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Method: Dessert
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Calories: 180
  • Sugar: 24g
  • Sodium: 45mg
  • Fat: 7g
  • Saturated Fat: 4g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 3g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 28g
  • Fiber: 0g
  • Protein: 1g
  • Cholesterol: 20mg