These frog marshmallows are simply the cutest! The shape is super easy to pipe, and they’re delicious on their own or floating in a steaming cup of hot chocolate.

How to Make These Frog Marshmallows

Let’s walk through each step of this recipe to make sure it turns out as amazing as possible.

I’ve shared a video below, along with a list of the tools I used to make these.

Not all of these are mandatory, but they make the process a lot easier. If you don’t have all these things on hand, feel free to improvise and work with what you have.

• Electric Hand Mixer or Stand mixer
• Small Saucepan
• Large Mixing Bowl
• 3 piping bags
• Large Baking sheet
• Fan Brush or Super Soft Brush

Step 1: Prepare Your Base

Start by coating a large baking sheet with an even layer of cornstarch or powdered sugar.

Use the back of a spoon to make about 24 indentations that are about 1 inch apart in the cornstarch or powdered sugar. This will be where you pipe each frog marshmallow.

Step 2: Bloom the Gelatin

In a small bowl, add 2 Tbsp cold water and sprinkle 1 1/2 tsp gelatin evenly over the surface. Set aside to bloom.

Step 3: Whip the Egg Whites

In a large bowl, beat 2 large egg whites on a medium-high speed until they look foamy and reach the soft peak stage.

Then gradually mix in 3 Tbsp granulated sugar on a medium-high speed until the mixture has stiff peaks. Set aside.

Step 4: Make the Sugar Syrup

In a medium saucepan, combine the remaining 1/3 cup granulated sugar, 1 Tbsp corn syrup, and 1 Tbsp + 1 tsp water.

Cook over medium-high heat, stirring with a rubber spatula until the sugar dissolves and the mixture begins to boil. Remove from heat.

Step 5: Combine Everything

With your mixer on low speed, slowly pour the hot syrup into the egg white mixture in a steady stream.

Gradually increase to high speed and whip until the marshmallow becomes thick, fluffy, and glossy (it usually takes about a minute).

Heat the bloomed gelatin in the microwave for 10-15 seconds, or until it has just become fluid. You don’t want to overheat the gelatin, or it can prevent your marshmallows from setting properly.

With your mixer on low speed, pour the warm gelatin into the egg white mixture and mix until the gelatin is just incorporated. Scrape the sides and bottom of the bowl with a rubber spatula to make sure it’s properly combined.

Then fold 1 Tbsp vanilla extract and a pinch of fine salt into the mixture with a rubber spatula.

Step 6: Color the Marshmallow Mixture

Then, scoop about 1/2 cup of the uncolored marshmallow mixture into a small piping bag and seal the top of the bag with a rubber band. Set aside.

Scoop about 1/4 cup of the uncolored marshmallow mixture into a small bowl and use a rubber spatula to mix a generous squirt of black gel food coloring.

Gently stir the mixture until it’s evenly colored. Scoop the black marshmallow mixture into a small piping bag and seal the top of the bag with a rubber band. Set aside.

Color the remaining marshmallow mixture a warm green using equal amounts of green and yellow gel food coloring.

Scoop it into a large piping bag and seal the top of the bag with a rubber band. Set aside.

Step 7: Pipe the Frogs

Cut a 1/2 cm opening in the bottom of the green marshmallow piping bag, and cut a 2mm opening at the base of the white and black marshmallow mixture.

Then pipe the marshmallow frogs on the prepared baking sheet. Use the green marshmallow mixture to pipe an oval in each spoon indentation to be the frog’s head.

Add two green circles to the sides of the head to be the eyes. Use the white marshmallow mixture to pipe a circle on top of the green marshmallow eyes.

Then, use the black marshmallow to pipe pupils on top of the white marshmallow and add a smile.

Step 8: Let Them Set

Let the marshmallows sit at room temperature for a couple of hours or until firm.

Once set, dust them lightly with cornstarch or powdered sugar to prevent sticking, and then enjoy.

Substitutions & Swaps

• Gelatin – Vegetarian alternatives like agar-agar could potentially work, but the texture will be different. For reference, 1 teaspoon of agar agar powder is equivalent to 1 tablespoon of gelatin.
• Corn Syrup – You can substitute with honey or golden syrup if needed, though it may slightly alter the flavor.
• Vanilla Extract – Feel free to experiment with other extracts like peppermint, almond, or lemon for different flavors.
• Food Coloring – Always use gel food coloring for marshmallows, as liquid coloring can thin the mixture too much.

Making These Frog Marshmallows in Advance

These marshmallows can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week.

If you’re stacking these in a container, separate layers with parchment paper to prevent sticking.

Sadly, they don’t freeze well, as the texture can get a little weird when they thaw.

Doubling this Recipe

If you want to double this recipe, go for it! Simply double the ingredients and follow the directions. You’ll need two baking sheets to pipe out all the frogs.

How to Make the Best Frog Marshmallows

• Prep Everything Ahead: Marshmallow sets quickly! Have your piping bags and trays ready ahead of time.
• Grease-Free is a Must: Grease or oils can make it difficult for the marshmallow mixture to whip up. Wipe the tools and bowls with a bit of vinegar or lemon juice before starting.
• Avoid Overwhipping: Stop whipping as soon as the marshmallow mixture is fluffy, glossy, and holds soft peaks—overwhipping can make it difficult to pipe.
• Use Gel Food Coloring: Liquid coloring thins the marshmallow mix and makes it more difficult to pipe and create vibrant colors.
• Don’t Worry If the Marshmallow Starts to Set: If you’re having trouble piping or the marshmallows aren’t smooth when you pipe them, heat the bag in the microwave for 2-5 seconds (it softens SUPER fast, do this in tiny, 2-second intervals!!)
• Prevent Stickiness: Once you’re done piping the marshmallows, dust them lightly with powdered sugar or a mix of powdered sugar and cornstarch to keep them from sticking.
• Get Creative with the Flavor: Feel free to customize flavors or colors—peppermint, almond, or lemon extracts all work great!

Let Me Know What You Think!

If you make these frog marshmallows, I’d love to hear what you think! Please leave a rating and comment below.

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