Homemade Gut Healthy Marshmallows

Marshmallow Root Infusion:

-add 1 tbsp of marshmallow root and 1 cup of water to a mason jar, seal and let it sit on countertop for at least 8 hours. 

-Pour infusion over a fine mesh strainer and save the liquid for the homemade marshmallows.

Homemade Marshmallows:

-Add ½ cup water to a large mixing bowl.

-Sprinkle gelatin powder evenly overtop and let sit for a few minutes to bloom.

-In a small saucepan, add the remaining ½ cup water and ½ cup honey.

-Heat on low for about 3 minutes, just until it starts to bubble gently.

-Using a handheld or stand mixer on low speed, begin mixing the bloomed gelatin.

-Slowly pour the warm honey mixture into the gelatin while mixing on low.

-Add the vanilla and your marshmallow root infusion.

-Turn the mixer to high speed and beat for 8–10 minutes, until thick, glossy, and fluffy like marshmallow cream. (Don’t overblend!)

-Quickly pour the mixture into a parchment-lined baking dish (work fast so it doesn’t get tacky).

-Place in the fridge for at least 4 hours or overnight to set.

-Cut into cubes and enjoy!