Best 2 Grown Up Homemade Peeps Recipes

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As the season of springtime approaches, many people look forward to indulging in the iconic marshmallow treat known as Peeps. While the traditional Peeps are a beloved childhood candy, there is a growing trend among adults to create their own homemade versions with a more sophisticated twist. These "grown-up" Peeps offer a unique blend of flavors and textures that appeal to discerning palates, making them a delightful treat for adults to enjoy. From boozy variations to gourmet marshmallows infused with unique ingredients, the world of homemade Peeps has something to offer everyone.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

GROWN-UP HOMEMADE PEEPS®



Grown-Up Homemade Peeps® image

These homemade citrus marshmallows are sorta like what might happen if store-bought Peeps wanted to give adulting a try. Fresh-squeezed juice provides an upgrade in the flavor department (very fancy-pants), but dusting them in granulated sugar gives you that subtle familiar crunch you love about biting into the original. Make these for Easter--or for a Tuesday!

Provided by Mackenzie Schieck

Categories     Desserts     Fruit Dessert Recipes     Lemon Dessert Recipes

Time 3h50m

Yield 30

Number Of Ingredients 4

1 serving cooking spray
1 ½ cups freshly squeezed lemon juice, divided
4 (3 ounce) packages unflavored gelatin
4 ½ cups white sugar, divided

Steps:

  • Line the bottom and sides of a large baking pan with aluminum foil, then coat generously with cooking spray. Coat both sides of a spatula with cooking spray. Set aside.
  • Pour 3/4 cup lemon juice into a large mixing bowl. Sprinkle gelatin evenly on top; do not stir. Let sit until gelatin forms, about 15 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, combine 3 cups sugar and remaining 3/4 cup lemon juice in a large saucepan over medium heat. Stir until sugar has dissolved, 3 to 5 minutes. Increase heat to bring mixture to a low boil; continue to boil until temperature reaches 240 degrees F (115 degrees C) on a candy thermometer, 12 to 15 minutes. Remove from heat. (The liquid will bubble a lot, so you may need to remove the saucepan from the heat to let the bubbles settle, so you can see if the sugar has melted.)
  • Slowly pour sugar mixture into the gelatin, while simultaneously mixing with an electric mixer on low. Gradually increase speed to medium-high and mix until ribbons of batter that drip from the beaters take 2 seconds to sink back into the bowl, 10 to 15 minutes. Pour marshmallow batter into the prepared pan, smoothing the surface with the sprayed spatula to flatten. Let marshmallow sit, uncovered, until completely set, 3 hours to overnight.
  • Cover a surface larger than the marshmallow slab with the remaining sugar. Sprinkle some sugar on top of the marshmallow and spread it around. Carefully loosen the marshmallow from the pan and invert onto the sugar-covered surface.
  • Cut marshmallows into whatever shapes you'd like. Dust all sides of marshmallow pieces with sugar as you work.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 162.4 calories, Carbohydrate 41.3 g, Protein 0.9 g, Sodium 28.9 mg, Sugar 30.3 g

20 BEST PEEPS RECIPE COLLECTION FOR EASTER



20 Best Peeps Recipe Collection for Easter image

Make Easter even more colorful with these Peeps recipes! From cupcakes to trifle to brownies, these marshmallow sweets make the perfect treats.

Provided by insanelygood

Categories     Desserts     Recipe Roundup

Number Of Ingredients 20

Peeps Cupcakes
Peeps S'mores
Easter Dirt Cake
Peeps Easter Pudding Cups
Swimming Peeps Jello Cups
Peep Trifle
Peep Brownies
Easter Peeps Pops
Homemade Marshmallow Peeps
Peeps Cookie Bars
Twinkie Bunny Cars
Peeps Popcorn Balls
Peeps Rice Krispie Treats
Chocolate Peanut Butter Marshmallow Peeps Fudge
Peeps Eclair Cake Cups
Chocolate Covered Peeps
Peeps-Stuffed Chocolate Chip Cookies
Easter Peeps Milkshakes
Easter Bunny Bundt Cakes
Peeps Brownie Bombs

Steps:

  • Select your favorite recipe.
  • Organize all the required ingredients.
  • Prep a Peeps recipe in 30 minutes or less!

Nutrition Facts :

Tips:

  • Use high-quality ingredients. The better the ingredients, the better the final product will be.
  • Make sure your sugar syrup is cooked to the correct temperature. This is essential for the texture of the Peeps.
  • Be patient. The process of making Peeps takes time. Don't rush it.
  • Have fun! Making Peeps is a fun and creative process. Enjoy it!

Conclusion:

Making homemade Peeps is a great way to enjoy this classic Easter treat. With a little time and effort, you can create delicious and festive Peeps that are sure to be a hit with your family and friends. So what are you waiting for? Get started today!

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