Citrus Marshmallow Peeps for Adults
These bright, lemon-forward marshmallow treats balance tangy citrus with a soft, fluffy bite and a shimmery sugar crust that adds a gentle crunch. Citrus Marshmallow Peeps for Adults are perfect for spring gatherings, dessert buffets, or gifting to friends who appreciate a grown-up twist on a nostalgic sweet.
- Prep30 mins
- Cook20 mins
- Serves30
- DifficultyMedium
easyChef Pro health score
Calculated from USDA-referenced nutrient data for the ingredients in Citrus Marshmallow Peeps for Adults, not estimated by an AI model. The same recipe returns the same score every time.
- Glycemic ImpactPoor
- 21 / 100
- Carb quality, not quantity. Higher is better.
- Nutritional DensityPoor
- 3 / 100
- Nutrients per calorie. Higher is better.
- Energy DensityPoor
- 30 / 100
- Calories by weight. Higher means more food for fewer calories.
- NOVA Processed Culinary Ingredients
- 2 / 4
- Processing level, 1 (whole) to 4 (ultra-processed). Lower is better.
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- 65
- Heart Health
- 51
- Metabolic
- 17
- Digestive
- 33
- Inflammatory
- 14
- Performance
- 16
- General Wellness
- 1
Line the bottom and sides of a large baking pan with aluminum foil; generously coat it with cooking spray. Coat both sides of a spatula with cooking spray. Set aside.
- 2
Pour 3/4 cup lemon juice into a large bowl; sprinkle the gelatin evenly over the top. Do not stir. Let stand until the gelatin sets, about 15 minutes.
- 3
Meanwhile, combine 3 cups sugar and the remaining 3/4 cup lemon juice in a large saucepan over medium heat; attach a candy thermometer to the saucepan and stir until the sugar dissolves, 3 to 5 minutes. Increase the heat to reach a low boil; boil until the thermometer reads 240 degrees F (115 degrees C), 12 to 15 minutes. Remove from the heat. (The liquid will bubble a lot; you may need to take the saucepan off the heat to let the bubbles settle so you can see if the sugar has melted.)
- 4
Slowly pour the sugar mixture into the gelatin while beating with an electric mixer on low. Gradually increase the speed to medium-high; beat until the batter ribbons that drip from the beaters take 2 seconds to sink back into the bowl, 10 to 15 minutes. Pour the marshmallow batter into the prepared pan, smoothing the surface with the prepared spatula to flatten. Leave the marshmallow uncovered until completely set, 3 hours to overnight.
- 5
Cover a flat surface larger than the marshmallow slab with the remaining 1 1/2 cups sugar; sprinkle some sugar on top of the marshmallow and spread it around. Carefully loosen the marshmallow from the pan; invert it onto the sugar-covered surface.
- 6
Cut the marshmallows into desired shapes; dust all sides with sugar as you work.
- Calories 175.83 kcal Moderate 9%
- Protein 2.93 g Low Source 6%
- Carbohydrate 32.34 g 12%
- Total Fat 4.7 g Moderate 6%
- Saturated Fat 0.33 g Low Source 2%
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source 0%
- Cholesterol 0.0 mg Low Source 0%
- Sodium 53.83 mg Low Source 2%
- Dietary Fiber 1.35 g Low Source 5%
- Total Sugars 30.34 g --
- Added Sugars 0.0 g Low Source 0%
- Calcium 3.06 mg Low Source 0%
- Iron 0.06 mg Low Source 0%
- Potassium 29.22 mg Low Source 1%
- Vitamin A 0.0 mcg Low Source 0%
- Vitamin C 0.0 mg Low Source 0%
- Vitamin D 0.0 mcg Low Source 0%
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
- Citrus 🍊
About This Recipe
Citrus Marshmallow Peeps for Adults is made with 4 ingredients and serves 30. It takes about 50 mins and is rated medium. Key ingredients include Cooking Spray, Lemon Juice, Sugar, and Unflavored Gelatin. Each serving provides about 175.83 kcal.
Recipe Questions
- What is Citrus Marshmallow Peeps for Adults made of?
- The main ingredients are Cooking Spray, Lemon Juice, Sugar, Unflavored Gelatin. The full list of 4 is above.
- How long does it take to make Citrus Marshmallow Peeps for Adults?
- About 50 mins in total: 30 mins to prepare and 20 mins to cook.
- How many calories are in one serving?
- One serving provides about 175.83 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
- Is Citrus Marshmallow Peeps for Adults easy to make?
- This recipe is rated medium, with 4 ingredients and 6 steps.
- Is Citrus Marshmallow Peeps for Adults healthy?
- Citrus Marshmallow Peeps for Adults has an easyChef Pro health score of 22/100. Per serving, it provides 175.83 calories and 2.93 g of protein, or 6% of the Daily Value. It contains Citrus, so it may not be suitable for people with those allergies or dietary restrictions. Whether it fits your goals depends on your complete meal plan and nutritional needs. Remix it in easyChef Pro to adjust the ingredients and generate fresh nutrition and scores.
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