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Marshmallow Ice Cream Topping

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"This is similar to soda shoppe toppings." — FRATCOOK

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Original recipe makes 2 cups Change Servings

3/4 cup white sugar
1 tablespoon corn syrup
2 1/2 tablespoons butter
1/4 cup milk

1/2 (16 ounce) package chopped marshmallows
2 tablespoons water
1 teaspoon vanilla extract

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Directions

In a saucepan, combine sugar, corn syrup, butter and milk. Place over low heat, and stir until sugar is dissolved. Bring to a boil, then simmer 5 minutes. Meanwhile, in the top of a double boiler, melt the marshmallows with the water. When melted, stir into hot syrup mixture until no streaks remain. Remove from heat, and stir in vanilla.

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PREP 5 mins
COOK 5 mins
READY IN 20 mins

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May 04, 2011

I made this as described but did not pre melt the marshmallows. I just stired them into the hot liquid and they melted away.

—Heather

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Oct 08, 2003

I loved this recipe because I have always been trying to make marshmallow topping for ice cream and had never figured out how to do it. I love marshmallow flavor so that is why I liked it so much. I probably would not add vanilla next time as it turned the color to a beige. It is a little stringy when cold, but I found if I heated it in the microwave for a few seconds it was easier to put over the ice cream. Thanks

—LOIS33

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16 Ratings

Apr 02, 2007

I have been looking for a marshmallow topping for years. I have tried many recipes but this is, by far, the best! This recipe brought back fond memories of going with my Dad to Bailey's Ice Cream Shop in Boston for a hot fudge sundae dripping with marshmallow sauce running down the sides of the bowl onto a plate. Fantastic!

—Marcia Page

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Nov 01, 2010

Great homemade fluff!!! I made it all in the microwave at 70% power and stirring avery 1-2 minutes until the marshmallow were melted. Came out perfect...Use minimarshmallows and skip the chopping!!!

—BATESJ

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Apr 15, 2004

Hi! I tried this recipe not to top an ice cream but to top a fruit pizza. This is a nice alternative to a marshmallow creme if this is not available. It blends well with cream cheese. Thanks.

—sambo forest

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Mar 03, 2009

Better than the store bought fluff. I used this to top the too much chocolate cake from this site.

—Muffin Mom N Garlic Girl

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Oct 29, 2005

Great recipe! I added 1 tsp cinnamon and drizzled a little over mashed sweet potatoes. Thanks for the recipe!

—KingsHorses

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Jun 05, 2006

Love this recipe! I have been looking for a recipe like this for years. A family favorite treat! YUM!

—Jen

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Nutrition

Calories
103 kcal
5%

Carbohydrates
22 g
7%

Cholesterol
5 mg
2%

Fat
1.9 g
3%

Fiber
0 g
< 1%

Protein
0.4 g
< 1%

Sodium
26 mg
1%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.

Nutritional Information

Marshmallow Ice Cream Topping

Serving Size: 1/16 of a recipe
Servings Per Recipe: 16
Amount Per Serving
Calories: 103
Calories from Fat: 17

% Daily Value *
Total Fat 1.9g 3 %
Saturated Fat 1.2g 6 %
Cholesterol 5mg 2 %
Sodium 26mg 1 %
Potassium 8mg < 1 %
Total Carbohydrates 22g 7 %
Dietary Fiber 0g < 1 %
Protein 0.4g < 1 %
Sugars 18g
Vitamin A 1 %
Vitamin C < 1 %
Calcium < 1 %
Iron < 1 %
Thiamin < 1 %
Niacin < 1 %
Vitamin B6 < 1 %
Magnesium < 1 %
Folate < 1 %

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.
(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.