How to make marshmallow fondant icing

What you’ll need

• 500g white marshmallows
• 2 tbs water
• 1kg icing sugar

Step 1

Place the marshmallows in a large microwave-safe bowl and add the water. Microwave on High for 1 – 2 minute or until the marshmallows are puffed up in size and starting to melt. Carefully stir them until you get a smooth consistency.

Step 2

Add a drop of your favourite food colouring and mix until well combined.

Step 3

Using a spoon, slowly mix in the sifted icing sugar, reserving one cup for kneading. Mix until you have a very stiff dough.

Step 4

Remove the icing and place on a work surface that has been well-dusted with icing sugar. Knead the icing until it is smooth and no longer sticky to the touch (5 – 10 minutes).

Step 5

Roll the fondant into a ball and wrap it tightly in plastic wrap. Refrigerate overnight.

Step 6

To use the fondant allow it to come to room temperature then roll it out on a work surface that has been well-dusted with icing sugar.

Tips

• If you wish to colour the fondant, add the colour to the melted marshmallows before adding the icing sugar.
• If you plan on colouring your fondant pink, yellow or orange, buy marshmallows in that colours to avoid having to colour it later.
• Marshmallow fondant can also be flavoured. Stir in your choice of flavouring after you remove the melted marshmallows from the microwave.

Decorate with fondant

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For more ideas, take a look at our Dessert Recipes Collection.