Homemade Date Marshmallows

Homemade marshmallows sound intimidating, but these Cozy Date-Whipped Marshmallows are one of the easiest winter treats you can make. They feel nostalgic, elevated, and healthier than store-bought options thanks to a natural sweetener: date sugar. The result is a fluffy, velvety, soft marshmallow that melts beautifully into hot chocolate and tastes like a cross between a toasted vanilla mallow and a brown-sugar cloud.

What makes this recipe special is that it uses beef gelatin for structure and a surprisingly simple syrup made from water and date sugar, nothing else. No corn syrup, no artificial flavors, no preservatives. Just whole-ingredient sweetness that whips into creamy peaks in your stand mixer.

Once the mixture expands and transforms into thick, glossy marshmallow fluff, you spread it into a tray to set. After chilling, it slices into perfect cubes that hold their shape but still melt instantly when they hit warm cocoa. They’re bouncy, pillowy, and naturally rich without being overwhelmingly sweet.

Make a batch for holiday drinks, gifting, s’mores, dipping into melted chocolate, or snacking straight from the fridge. These marshmallows last beautifully and elevate any cozy-season moment. Your homemade hot chocolate will never be the same. Prep and cook time are minimal, the longest part is just waiting for them to set in the fridge and the recipe makes enough for sharing. If you’ve never made marshmallows from scratch, this is the perfect beginner-friendly version.