Looking for a sweet treat that’s easy to make and totally irresistible? These Oreo Marshmallows are the perfect combination of creamy marshmallows and crunchy Oreo cookies, making every bite a fun, indulgent experience. Perfect for satisfying your sweet tooth or sharing with friends!
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💖 Why This Recipe Works
- Fun and Indulgent: The creamy marshmallows and crunchy Oreo cookies create a delightful texture and flavor combo.
- Quick and Easy: Simple to make with just a few ingredients, perfect for last-minute sweet cravings.
- Crowd-Pleaser: Great for parties, snacks, or as a fun treat to share with friends and family!
⭐ Star Ingredients
- Oreo Cookies: Infuse the marshmallows with a rich, chocolatey flavor and a signature crunch.
- Unflavored Gelatin: Provides the necessary structure, giving the marshmallows their soft, bouncy texture.
- Cold Water: Used to dissolve the gelatin, ensuring a smooth and even consistency in the marshmallow mix.
- Light Corn Syrup: Adds a subtle sweetness and helps prevent crystallization, contributing to a smooth, glossy finish.
- Sugar: Enhances sweetness, ensuring the marshmallows have a delightful sugary taste.
- Vanilla: Introduces a warm, aromatic flavor, complementing the sweetness with a hint of depth.
- Salt: Balances the sweetness and enhances the overall flavor profile.
- Powdered Sugar: Used for coating, it prevents sticking and adds an extra layer of sweetness.
- Cornstarch: Combines with powdered sugar to prevent sticking and contribute to the marshmallows' tender texture.
For the complete list of ingredients with measurements and instructions, please see the recipe card at the bottom of the post.
📖 Substitutions & Variations
- Peanut Butter Dream: Swirl a spoonful of warmed peanut butter through the marshmallow cream before setting it in the dish for a sweet and salty combination.
- Chocolate Drizzle Delight: After cutting the marshmallows, drizzle them with melted white or dark chocolate and sprinkle with crushed Oreos for a decadent treat.
- Minty Oreo Marshmallows: Add a few drops of peppermint extract to the marshmallow mixture and use mint-flavored Oreos for a holiday-inspired twist.
🔪 How To Make Oreo Marshmallows
- Step 1: Chop the cookies into large and small chunks.
- Step 2: Mix ½ cup of the cold water and the gelatin in a bowl and stir gently. Set aside.
- Step 3: In a medium saucepan over medium heat, combine the corn syrup, sugar, salt, and the remainder of the water. Stir until sugar has dissolved, then turn the heat up to medium-high and bring the mixture to a boil until it reaches 240°F or a soft ball.
- Step 4: Add vanilla to the gelatin and then quickly add the syrup mixture and gelatin to a mixing bowl, whisk on high until the mixture forms soft peaks and looks like marshmallow cream.
- Step 5: Mix the powdered sugar and cornstarch.
- Step 6: In a square or rectangular dish coated with cooking spray, dust liberally with powdered sugar and cornstarch mixture.
- Step 7: Pour the marshmallow cream into the dish and spread it out along the entire dish.
- Step 8: Use the chopped cookies to fully coat the top of the marshmallow.
- Step 9: Allow the marshmallow to set overnight before you remove from the dish onto a surface dusted with powdered sugar and cornstarch.
- Step 10: Using a thin, sharp knife, cut the marshmallow into smaller pieces and dust the sides with powdered sugar mixture. Enjoy!
👩🍳 Expert Tips
- Perfect Gelatin Bloom: Always use cold water to bloom the gelatin. This ensures the gelatin hydrates evenly and prevents clumping, resulting in a smooth marshmallow texture.
- Temperature Precision: Use a candy thermometer to hit exactly 240°F for the sugar syrup. If it's undercooked, the marshmallows might not set, and if overcooked, they could become too firm.
- Smooth Marshmallow Finish: Lightly coat a spatula with cooking spray to spread the marshmallow cream evenly in the dish without it sticking.
- Color Fun: Add a drop or two of food coloring (e.g., blue or pink) to the marshmallow mixture to make a vibrant version of the classic treat.
💭 FAQs
Absolutely! Experiment with your favorite flavors to create a unique twist. Just be mindful that some flavors may be sweeter, so balance accordingly.
The sugar syrup is ready when it reaches the “soft ball” stage, which is exactly 240°F. If you don’t have a thermometer, you can test by dropping a small amount of the syrup into cold water—it should form a soft, pliable ball.
If your marshmallow mixture isn’t fluffy, it could be due to under-whipping or the syrup being too cool when combined with the gelatin. Ensure you whisk on high speed for several minutes until soft peaks form. Also, make sure to add the hot syrup mixture promptly after it reaches the correct temperature.
Oreo marshmallows need to set for at least 8 hours or overnight for the best texture. This allows them to firm up and hold their shape when cut. Rushing the setting process can lead to sticky, uneven pieces.
While you can skip the coating, it helps prevent the marshmallows from sticking to each other or surfaces. If you prefer an alternative, you can use finely crushed Oreos or cocoa powder for a flavorful coating.
Kids can help with tasks like chopping Oreos, dusting the dish, or adding the cookie topping. However, the sugar syrup and marshmallow mixture require handling hot ingredients, so adult supervision is necessary for those steps.
Store Oreo marshmallows in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days. Ensure each layer is separated with parchment paper to prevent sticking.
Store Oreo marshmallows in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days. Ensure each layer is separated with parchment paper to prevent sticking. Freeze the marshmallows in a single layer on a baking sheet before transferring them to a freezer-safe bag or container. They can be stored for up to 3 months. Thaw at room temperature before serving. Keep marshmallows away from moisture, as humidity can make them sticky and ruin their fluffy texture.
💖 Serving Suggestions
There's nothing quite like enjoying these marshmallows fresh after slicing. Their pillowy texture and cookie-topped crunch make them irresistible on their own. However if looking for serving suggestions try one of these:
- Hot Chocolate Topping: Drop a square of Oreo Marshmallow into a mug of hot chocolate. As it melts, it adds a creamy, cookies-and-cream flavor to your drink while creating a gooey top layer.
- Ice Cream Mix-In: Chop the marshmallows into smaller pieces and fold them into softened vanilla or Cookies-And-Cream Ice Cream for a decadent dessert upgrade.
- Dessert Sandwich: Layer Oreo Marshmallows between two thin chocolate cookies or graham crackers for a handheld treat that’s fun and easy to eat.
- Breakfast Boost: Add a marshmallow square to Buckwheat Pancakes or Vegan Waffles With Pumpkin for a sweet topping that melts slightly with the warmth, creating a dessert-like breakfast.
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Oreo Marshmallows
Ingredients
- 10 Oreo Cookies
- 10 g Unflavored Gelatin
- 1 Cup Cold Water Divided
- ⅔ Cup Light Corn Syrup
- ⅓ Cup Sugar
- ½ teaspoon Salt
- ¼ Cup Powdered Sugar
- 1 tablespoon Vanilla
- ¼ Cup Cornstarch
Instructions
- Chop the cookies into large and small chunks.
- Mix ½ cup of the cold water and the gelatin in a bowl and stir gently. Set aside.
- In a medium saucepan over medium heat, combine the corn syrup, sugar, salt, and the remainder of the water. Stir until sugar has dissolved, then turn the heat up to medium high and bring the mixture to boil until it reaches 240°F or soft ball.
- Add vanilla to the gelatin and then quickly add the syrup mixture and gelatin to a mixing bowl, whisk on high until the mixture forms soft peaks and looks like marshmallow cream.
- Mix the powdered sugar and cornstarch.
- In a square or rectangular dish coated with cooking spray, dust liberally with powdered sugar and cornstarch mixture.
- Pour the marshmallow cream into the dish and spread it out along the entire dish.
- Use the chopped cookies to fully coat the top of the marshmallow.
- Allow the marshmallow to set overnight before you remove from the dish onto a surface dusted with powdered sugar and cornstarch.
- Using a thin sharp knife, cut the marshmallow into smaller pieces and dust the sides with powdered sugar mixture. Enjoy!
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These fluffy delights are like cookies and cream clouds—sweet, squishy, and speckled with Oreo magic. Perfect for gifting, snacking, or floating in your favorite hot drink!