Fried Marshmallow Bites

🍬 Fried Marshmallow Bites Recipe

⭐ Overview:

• Prep Time: 15 minutes

• Cook Time: 10 minutes

• Total Time: 25 minutes

• Servings: ~20 bites

• Difficulty: Easy

📝 Ingredients:

For the Bites:

• 20 large marshmallows

• 1 cup pancake mix (or all-purpose flour, see variation)

• 2/3 cup milk (adjust as needed)

• 1 egg

• 1 tbsp sugar (optional)

• 1 tsp vanilla extract

• Oil for frying (vegetable, canola, or peanut oil)

Optional Add-ins:

• Chocolate chips or mini chocolate bars (for stuffing)

• Crushed graham crackers (for coating or garnish)

• Powdered sugar (for dusting)

🔪 Equipment:

• Deep fryer or heavy-bottomed pot

• Slotted spoon or tongs

• Mixing bowl

• Whisk

• Parchment paper or tray

• Toothpicks or skewers (optional, for handling)

👨‍🍳 Instructions:

Step 1: Prepare the Batter

1. In a bowl, mix:

   • 1 cup pancake mix

   • 2/3 cup milk

   • 1 egg

   • 1 tbsp sugar (optional)

   • 1 tsp vanilla extract

2. Whisk until smooth. The consistency should be similar to thick pancake batter. Add a little more milk if too thick.

Step 2: Prep the Marshmallows

• If desired, stuff each marshmallow with a chocolate chip or small piece of chocolate. Use your fingers to press the marshmallow closed again.

• You can freeze the marshmallows for 10 minutes for easier dipping and less melting while frying (optional but helpful).

Step 3: Heat the Oil

• In a pot, heat 2–3 inches of oil to 350°F (175°C).

• Maintain the temperature during frying.

Step 4: Dip & Fry

1. Using a skewer or spoon, dip each marshmallow into the batter, coating it fully.

2. Carefully drop the coated marshmallow into the hot oil.

3. Fry 2–3 at a time to avoid crowding.

4. Cook for 30–60 seconds, flipping once, until golden brown.

5. Remove with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels.

Step 5: Garnish & Serve

• While still warm, dust with powdered sugar, roll in crushed graham crackers, or drizzle with chocolate sauce.

• Serve immediately while gooey and warm!

🍫 Optional Variations:

• S’mores Style: Roll the hot bites in crushed graham crackers and drizzle with melted chocolate.

• Spiced: Add a pinch of cinnamon or nutmeg to the batter for warmth.

• Vegan Option: Use plant-based marshmallows, egg substitute, and a non-dairy pancake mix.

💡 Tips:

• Fry in small batches for consistent temperature.

• Use a thermometer to monitor oil temp — too hot = burnt, too cool = soggy.

• Be careful when biting in — the filling gets hot!

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