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There’s good news for those on a gluten-free diet: marshmallows! Whether you buy a bag of marshmallows in the supermarket or not, they are likely to be safe. There are a large number of gluten-free marshmallows on the market. If you are a complete cruelty-free person we have a list of top vegan marshmallows to help you find the right one’s quicker.
How are Marshmallows Made?
In factories, marshmallows are produced using the same procedure you use when making them at home. First, a sugar-gelatin scaffolding is constructed to hold air in place, and then air is whipped into the structure. After that, the marshmallow mixture is forced through pressurized pipes to create long, fluffy ropes, which are then cut into individual marshmallows along the lengthwise direction.
Ingredients used to Make Marshmallows.
Sugar, corn syrup (also a form of sugar), water, and gelatin are the four ingredients that go into making marshmallows. You can check our our easy vegan marshmallow recipe to better understand the making or you can try it yourself. The only additional items that can be added to them are for flavoring and coloring purposes. The secret is in the manner in which the components are integrated. With a structure of sugar and gelatin, marshmallows can maintain a rigidity that permits them to become a network of stable air bubbles. It’s almost as if they were made of merengue, with the gelatin standing in for the egg whites to provide a structure that is strong and resistant to breaking apart.
Are Marshmallows made out of Pigs?
No or might be yes! Most marshmallows are created by combining gelatin, sugar, and sometimes even a touch of food coloring. Gelatin is a substance derived from animals (some may come from pigs), but it does not include any fat… Gelatin, an ingredient in marshmallows, is derived from the bones, connective tissues, and hides of killed animals. Gelatin is used to make marshmallows (usually cows or pigs).
What is Gluten?
The term “gluten” refers to a group of proteins that are present in wheat (including wheatberries, durum, emmer, semolina, spelled, farina, farro, graham, KAMUT Khorasan wheat, and einkorn), rye, barley, and triticale, which is a hybrid between wheat and rye. Gluten, which acts as a glue, enables foods to keep their shape while also helping them stick together. Gluten can be found in a wide variety of foods, including those that would be surprising to find it in. It is also one of the ingredients present in marshmallows.
Gluten-free Vs Gluten Marshmallow Brands
If you don’t consume gluten, you’ve undoubtedly become quite skilled in the kitchen due to the necessity of avoiding certain ingredients. This is because many manufactured foods have the possibility of containing gluten contamination. It is not always easy to depend on pre-packaged goods.
Try saying that when you have a mouthful of marshmallows in it! Making marshmallows is a fun, fluffy, and flavorful project. You have complete control over the quantities and ingredients because you are making it yourself.
To make gluten-free marshmallows at home, you will need the following ingredients:
- starch derived from arrowroot or tapioca
- cane sugar or maple syrup
- gelatin powder (unflavored)
- kosher salt
- water
To impart flavor to your marshmallows, you may choose to use freeze-dried strawberries, vanilla essence, vanilla bean paste, or chocolate powder.
Remember that you must double-check the labels of all the ingredients you purchase to ensure you are gluten-free.
The following items are available for you to choose from if you need gluten-free marshmallows:
Kraft
Jet-Puffed marshmallows are produced by Kraft in various sizes, ranging from micro (which are excellent for mixing into your gluten-free hot chocolate) to gigantic (ideal for roasting over a campfire). Marshmallows manufactured by Kraft are readily available in various retail establishments; not only do we have them at my home, but I also buy them for impromptu barbecues that my friends throw.
Doumak
The company Doumak, on the other hand, produces nothing but marshmallows, and none of their goods include gluten. The company refers to itself as “The American Marshmallow Company,” a claim supported by significant evidence. According to a customer support employee, Doumak is the firm that manufactures Campfire brand marshmallows. The same company also manufactures marshmallows for private brands such as Walmart’s store brand and CVS Brand marshmallows.
Marshmallow Peeps
When most people think of marshmallows, they also think of Marshmallow Peeps, which were initially marketed only during the Easter season but are now manufactured in various shapes, colors, and themes to cater to a wide range of multiple celebrations.
Conclusion
Most marshmallow brands sold in the United States do not contain gluten. However, this is not the case for all of them. There is a possibility that specific marshmallows contain minute levels of gluten. People who have celiac disease can have a difficult time tolerating these. Some individuals with modest sensitivity to gluten may be able to consume marshmallow brands that are marketed as free.
Purchasing marshmallows from a store that explicitly labels them free is the only way to know they do not contain gluten. You always have the option to call the manufacturer for more information if you are unsure of something.
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