Small Marshmallow Fondant Recipe
Learn how to make a simple and delicious Small Marshmallow Fondant that is perfect for decorating cakes and cupcakes. This homemade fondant recipe is easy to follow and yields a smooth, pliable fondant that is great for various cake decorating projects.
- Author: reem
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 2 minutes
- Total Time: 17 minutes
- Yield: 1 pound of fondant 1x
- Category: Dessert, Cake Decorating
- Method: Microwave, Kneading
- Cuisine: Global
- Diet: Vegetarian
Marshmallow Fondant Ingredients:
- 4 ounces of Marshmallows
- .25 ounces of Solid Shortening
- 2 1/4 teaspoons of Water
- 8 ounces of Powdered Sugar
- Melt Marshmallows: In a microwave-safe bowl, melt the marshmallows and water for 35 seconds, repeating in 35-second intervals until completely melted (about 2 minutes total).
- Knead Fondant: Grease a surface with solid shortening, pour powdered sugar on it, add melted marshmallow, and knead. Add more powdered sugar gradually while kneading. If dry, add water sparingly. Keep kneading until smooth.
- Store Fondant: Grease finished fondant with shortening, wrap in plastic wrap, place in a Zip Lock bag, removing air. Refrigerate for up to 2 weeks before use.
Notes
- You can add food coloring or flavor extracts to customize your fondant.
- If fondant becomes too stiff after refrigeration, microwave in short bursts to soften.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 ounce
- Calories: 110
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 10mg
- Fat: 2g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: Marshmallow Fondant, Fondant Recipe, Cake Decorating, Homemade Fondant