Raspberry Marshmallows That Are Soft, Fruity, and Naturally Sweet

Raspberry Marshmallows have completely ruined the bagged kind for me. The first time I pulled a batch from the pan, they were bouncy, blush-pink, and so soft that I accidentally squished one while “testing” the texture. Worth it. These Raspberry Marshmallows are fruity, fluffy, naturally sweetened, and made with real raspberries for that bright berry flavor.

The Berry-Streaked Magic Behind These Raspberry Marshmallows

These homemade Raspberry Marshmallows get their flavor from both frozen raspberries and freeze-dried raspberries, which is the little trick that makes them taste bold without turning the mixture watery. The frozen berries bring that juicy, tart-sweet flavor, while the freeze-dried berries deepen the raspberry taste and help keep the marshmallows light.

They’re made without corn syrup or white sugar, using honey or maple syrup instead. The flavor changes slightly depending on which one you choose. Honey gives the Raspberry Marshmallows a floral sweetness, while maple syrup adds a warmer, cozier note. Both work beautifully.

Ingredients That Make Raspberry Marshmallows Fluffy

• Frozen raspberries – bring juicy berry flavor and a pretty pink color.

• Freeze-dried raspberries – add concentrated raspberry flavor without too much extra moisture.

• Grass-fed gelatin – gives the Raspberry Marshmallows their signature bounce and cloud-like texture.

• Vanilla extract – softens the tart berry flavor and makes everything taste rounded.

• Honey or maple syrup – naturally sweetens the marshmallows and creates the hot syrup base.

• Water – helps blend the berries and cook the syrup to the right texture.

• Spray oil – keeps the marshmallows from sticking to the pan, which is very important unless you enjoy wrestling sticky pink fluff.

See the recipe card below for the full list of ingredients and measurements.

Whipping Raspberry Marshmallows Into Pink Clouds

Start by preparing your pan before anything sticky happens. Line a square pan with parchment paper or use a silicone pan, then lightly coat it so the Raspberry Marshmallows release cleanly later.

Next, blend the raspberries with water until smooth. Since raspberry seeds can be a little bossy, strain the mixture before adding it to the stand mixer bowl. Stir in the vanilla and gelatin, then let it sit while you make the syrup. It’ll thicken slightly and look a little strange at first, but that’s normal.

For the syrup, heat the honey or maple syrup with water until it bubbles steadily. Once it’s ready, pour it slowly into the raspberry-gelatin mixture while the mixer runs on low. Then turn the speed up and let the magic happen. The mixture will grow, lighten, and turn glossy and thick.

Stop once the Raspberry Marshmallows mixture has tripled in size and clings to the whisk while still being spreadable. Over-whipping can make it too stiff, and then smoothing it into the pan becomes a whole little arm workout.

Candy Thermometer Notes for Raspberry Marshmallows

A candy thermometer is helpful, but not required. The syrup should reach the proper hot stage, and boiling it for about ten minutes usually gets it there. With a thermometer, aim for the temperature range listed in the recipe card. Without one, watch for a strong, steady boil and give it the full time.

Serving, Cutting, and Storing Raspberry Marshmallows

Once the mixture is spread into the pan, cover it and let it firm up at room temperature. Cutting Raspberry Marshmallows is easiest with scissors. A knife works, but it can drag and stick, especially if the marshmallows are extra soft.

These are so good dropped into hot cocoa, tucked into s’mores, dipped in chocolate, or eaten straight from the container while pretending you’re “just checking the texture.” They also make adorable homemade gifts because the color is naturally pretty and the texture feels special.

Store Raspberry Marshmallows in an airtight container at room temperature for up to five days. Keep them somewhere cool if your kitchen runs warm, since homemade marshmallows are softer than store-bought ones.

Recipe Card

Healthy Raspberry Marshmallows

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 15 minutes
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Servings: 26

Ingredients

Raspberry Puree

• 1/2 cup frozen raspberries
• 1/2 cup freeze-dried raspberries
• 1/4 cup grass-fed gelatin
• 1 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
• 1/2 cup water

Syrup Mixture

• 1/2 cup water
• 1 cup honey or maple syrup

Instructions

1. Line a 9×9 pan with parchment paper or use a silicone pan. Lightly spray the parchment so the marshmallows don’t stick.
2. Add the water, frozen raspberries, and freeze-dried raspberries to a blender. Blend until smooth, then strain the puree to remove the seeds.
3. Pour the strained raspberry mixture into the bowl of a stand mixer. Add the vanilla extract and gelatin, stir, and let it sit while you prepare the syrup.
4. In a small saucepan, combine the water and honey or maple syrup. Bring to a boil and cook for about 10 minutes. With a candy thermometer, the syrup should reach 220–240°F.
5. Remove the syrup from the heat. With the mixer running on low, slowly drizzle the hot syrup into the raspberry mixture.
6. Increase the mixer speed to high and whip until the mixture triples in size, turns thick and fluffy, and clings to the whisk while still being pourable, about 2–3 minutes.
7. Transfer the marshmallow mixture into the prepared pan. Smooth it with a spatula or lightly damp hands.
8. Cover the pan and let the marshmallows set at room temperature for 30–60 minutes.
9. Cut into pieces, using scissors for the easiest slicing.

Notes

Do not over-whip the mixture. Stop once it has tripled in size and forms stiff peaks while still being easy to spread.

For cutting, scissors are often easier than a knife because the marshmallows are soft and sticky.

Without a candy thermometer, boil the syrup mixture for at least 10 minutes to help it reach the right stage.

Conclusion

There’s something extra fun about making homemade candy that turns out this soft and fluffy. These Raspberry Marshmallows taste bright, fruity, and lightly sweet with that melt-in-your-mouth texture that disappears almost too quickly. I love serving them with hot chocolate on chilly evenings or sneaking one straight from the container in the afternoon. If you’re looking for a cozy homemade treat that feels a little special without being complicated, this recipe is such a good one to keep around.

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