Toasted Marshmallow Syrup

Sep 20, 2026 · By VanillaGoods

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A small glass bottle of toasted marshmallow syrup with a pour spout, beside an iced latte sweetened with it

A rich, toasted marshmallow flavored syrup with real vanilla and a hint of caramelization, perfect for coffee, hot chocolate, or desserts.

Prep 10 min

Cook 10 min

Total 20 min

Servings 12

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Ingredients

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1.0 cup (200.0 g)sugar
1.0 cup (240.0 ml)water
6.0 large (90.0 g)marshmallows, chopped
1.0 tsp (5.0 ml)pure vanilla extract
¼ tsp (1.5 g)fine sea salt

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Instructions

Preheat a skillet over medium heat. Add the chopped marshmallows in an even layer and cook, stirring occasionally, until they are golden brown and toasted, about 3-5 minutes. Remove from heat immediately to avoid burning.
In a small saucepan, combine sugar and water. Stir over medium heat until sugar dissolves completely.
Add the toasted marshmallows to the saucepan. Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer, stirring frequently to melt the marshmallows and blend flavors, about 5 minutes.
Remove from heat and stir in the vanilla extract and fine sea salt to enhance the toasted flavor and balance sweetness.
Strain the syrup through a fine mesh sieve into a clean container to remove any marshmallow solids.
Let the syrup cool to room temperature before using. Store in the refrigerator in a sealed container for up to 2 weeks.

Tips

Toast marshmallows evenly by stirring frequently and removing from heat as soon as golden to avoid bitterness.
Use pure vanilla extract or vanilla bean paste for best flavor impact in the syrup.

Recipe FAQ

How long does it take to make toasted marshmallow syrup?

Plan on 10 minutes of prep and 10 minutes of cooking. The recipe makes about 1 1/2 cups (360 ml).

How should I store toasted marshmallow syrup?

Store the syrup in an airtight container refrigerated for up to 2 weeks. Warm slightly before using if it thickens.

Can I make toasted marshmallow syrup ahead?

The syrup can be made up to 2 weeks in advance and refrigerated.

Can I use a different form of vanilla?

Yes. This recipe uses 1 tsp pure vanilla extract (5 ml). Each teaspoon of pure vanilla extract can be swapped for 1 teaspoon of vanilla bean paste, the seeds of half a vanilla bean, or 1/2 teaspoon of vanilla powder. Paste and seeds add the classic dark specks.

A rich, toasted marshmallow flavored syrup with real vanilla and a hint of caramelization, perfect for coffee, hot chocolate, or desserts.

Estimated · per serving

Nutrition

Per serving = 1 of 12 servings this recipe makes.

89 Calories / serving

0.0g Fat

22.8g Carbs

0.1g Protein

21.1g Sugar

Whole recipe (12 servings): ~1068 cal · 0g fat · 274g carbs · 1g protein · 253g sugar

Estimated values per serving, calculated from standard ingredient data. Not verified Nutrition Facts; actual values vary with brands, measurements, and preparation.

Per serving · 89 calories

What it takes to burn one serving

Brisk walking 17 min·1.0 mi·~2000 steps
Walking uphill or incline treadmill 12 min·0.6 mi·~1200 steps
Moderate cycling 9 min·1.8 mi
Swimming laps 12 min
Jogging 9 min·0.8 mi·~1450 steps
Stair climbing 8 min·~700 steps
Dancing 14 min
Bodyweight circuit training 9 min
Cleaning, errands, or playing with the dog 21 min

Rough estimates for one serving, based on standard MET values at about 155 lb. Your own burn depends on body size, effort, and fitness. Shown for context only — food is not something you have to earn.

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