42 Recipes That'll Put a Jar of Marshmallow Creme to Work (2025)

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42 Recipes That'll Put a Jar of Marshmallow Creme to Work (1)Katie BandurskiUpdated: Oct. 22, 2022

    Turn that jar of sticky goodness into something spectacular with these marshmallow fluff recipes.

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    Peanut Caramel Brownie Bites

    With their multiple decadent layers, these brownies are my family’s absolute favorite. —Ella Agans, Birch Tree, Missouri

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    Chocolate Marshmallow Cutouts

    I make rich, fudgy cookies that taste like brownies with a marshmallow filling. I usually use heart-shaped cutters, but I've also left them uncut and filled with pink marshmallow creme.—Kelly Ward, Stratford, Ontario

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    Chocolate Caramel Hazelnut Pie

    I love chocolate, caramel and hazelnuts, so I came up with a recipe that has all three. If you don't have a food processor, place crust ingredients in a zip-top freezer bag and smash with a rolling pin. —Debbie Anderson, Mount Angel, Oregon

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    Hot Cocoa with Almond Milk

    Change up ordinary hot cocoa by stirring some dark baking cocoa into vanilla almond milk. Top it off with a plain large marshmallow or berry marshmallow creme, if you like, and add your favorite pretty sprinkles. —Cindy Reams, Philipsburg, Pennsylvania

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    Mississippi Mud Cake

    This cake features a fudgy brownielike base topped with marshmallow creme and a nutty frosting. Serve big slices with glasses of cold milk or steaming mugs of coffee. —Tammi Simpson, Greensburg, Kentucky

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    Ribbon Fantasy Fudge

    I developed this recipe especially for my husband, who likes anything that has chocolate and peanut butter together!

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    Black Cherry Swirl Fudge

    This colorful treat is sure to satisfy the sweetest tooth in any family! It's always been a favorite with my nine kids, eight grandkids and my Bible study group. I vary the soft-drink flavors to get colors that match other holidays during the year. —Pauletta Bushnell, Lebanon, Oregon

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    Salted Peanut Rolls

    A Christmas gift of homemade candy is always a hit with sweet tooths. I dip these peanut rolls in chocolate, but they're yummy plain, too. —Elizabeth Hokanson, Arborg, Manitoba

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    Rainbow S'moreo Cookies

    Homemade Oreo-style cookies are pretty great on their own, but they're even better when you add graham cracker crumbs to the cookie dough, stuff them with marshmallow creme and roll them in sprinkles. You can change the color of the sprinkles depending on the holiday or occasion. —Colleen Delawder, Herndon, Virginia

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    Limoncello Cream Pie

    After a big Christmas dinner, we love the cool refreshment of a frozen lemon pie. Limoncello brings a little sophistication to each smooth, creamy slice. —Jessie Grearson-Sapat, Falmouth, Maine

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    Coconut Creme Chocolates

    I'm a proud wife, mom of three and grandma of many. I've cooked many things over the years, including these marshmallowy chocolates. —Dolores Wilder, Texas City, Texas

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    Chocolate-Raspberry Whoopie Pies

    I’ve saved this jam-filled whoopie pie recipe for years after cutting it out of a newspaper. It’s one of my grandson's personal favorites. —Nancy Foust, Stoneboro, Pennsylvania

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    No-Bake Blueberry Cheesecake

    Because this no-bake blueberry cheesecake doesn't contain eggs, it's lighter but also very creamy and refreshing.—Ken Gallagher, Hastings, Nebraska

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    Marshmallow Fruit Dip

    You can whip up this sweet and creamy dip in just 10 minutes. I like to serve it in a bowl surrounded by fresh-picked strawberries at spring brunches or luncheons. —Cindy Steffen, Cedarburg, Wisconsin

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    Easy Peanut Butter Fudge

    My sister shared the recipe for this unbelievably easy peanut butter fudge with marshmallow cream. I prefer using creamy peanut butter for this mouthwatering dessert, but the chunky style works just as well. —Mary Jane Rummel, Linglestown, Pennsylvania

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    Rocky Road Fudge Pops

    These sweet frozen treats are simple to prepare and guaranteed to bring out the kid in anyone. The creamy pops feature a special chocolate and peanut topping.—Karen Grant, Tulare, California

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    Eggnog Cream with Spiced Pecan Raisin Dunkers

    I have a thing for eggnog and other creamy desserts like s’mores, pudding, mousses and dips. So I turned them into one yummy dip with homemade dunkers. —Arlene Erlbach, Morton Grove, Illinois

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    Chocolate Gingerbread Cupcakes

    These luscious cupcakes have a touch of semisweet chocolate in the batter and white chocolate in the filling. They melt away fast at our house. —Patricia Harmon, Baden, Pennsylvania

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    Strawberry Ice Cream Charlotte

    My family loves ice cream cake, so they were delighted when I first presented this dessert. It's light, delicious and has a festive presentation. —Scarlett Elrod, Newman, Georgia

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    Root Beer Float Fudge

    My children have always loved root beer floats, so I came up with this fudgy treat just for them. Sweet and creamy with that familiar root beer flavor, it's always a bestseller at school bake sales. —Jennifer Fisher, Austin, Texas

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    Peppermint Hot Chocolate Cookies

    These peppermint hot chocolate cookies are a variation of the cookies my mother made when I was growing up. Now my 13-year-old daughter and I bake them together. They’re always a huge hit! The taste is like rich hot chocolate baked into a scrumptious cookie. —Larry Piklor, Johnsburg, Illinois

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    Key Lime Marshmallow Meringue Tarts

    After spending time last winter in Key West, my husband and I became obsessed with Key lime pie. This is my downsized version of one we tried while spending time in that area. Marshmallow creme is the extra special touch. —Barbara Hahn, Park Hills, Missouri

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    S'mores Cheesecake

    This sweet and decadent cheesecake features graham crackers, chocolate and marshmallows. Enjoy! —Kurt Anderson, Willmar, Minnesota

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    Lemony Gingerbread Whoopie Pies

    These spiced-just-right whoopie pies combine two popular flavors in one fun treat. The moist cookies are rolled in sugar before baking for a bit of crunch. —Jamie Jones, Madison, Georgia

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    Cherry Cola Cake

    Cherry cola and marshmallows make a zippy chocolate dessert that is scrumptious topped with vanilla ice cream. — Cheri Mason, Harmony, North Carolina

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    Fudge-Topped Brownies

    If you love brownies and fudge, why not combine the two? Mix up a pan of these exquisite brownies for any holiday or special gathering—or just when you want to treat yourself to the ultimate chocolate dessert.—Judy Olson, Whitecourt, Alberta

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    Yummy Cracker Snacks

    These treats are my family’s favorite. In fact, it seems no matter how many I make, they always disappear too soon! —D. Weaver, Ephrata, Pennsylvania

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    Pina Colada Fruit Dip

    A taste of the tropics will be welcomed by your holiday guests. The cool and creamy dip can be served as an appetizer or a dessert.—Shelly Fisher, Hermiston, Oregon

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    Peppermint S'more Tassies

    Graham cracker cookie cups brim with a luscious peppermint-milk chocolate filling, sweet marshmallow creme and crushed peppermint candies. Santa (and his elves) will look forward to these! —Edwina Gadsby, Hayden, Idaho

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    Rich Chocolate Peanut Butter Cake

    The combination of mocha and peanut butter will satisfy every sweet tooth at your table. The garnish is a little extra work, but what are special occasions for? —Tammy Bollman, Minatare, Nebraska

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    Creamy Center Cupcakes

    My mother made these cupcakes from scratch when I was growing up, but I simplified the recipe with a cake mix. Sometimes Mom would replace the smooth filling with homemade whipped cream. They are really good with either filling. —Caroline Anderson, Waupaca, Wisconsin

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    Oatmeal Sandwich Cookies

    These fun treats put a sweet, fluffy filling between two chewy oatmeal cookies. The old-fashioned flavor is deliciously homey—always perfect for holiday trays. —Jan Woodall, Indianapolis, Indiana

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    Mini S'mores

    Want to sink your teeth into s’mores all year long? Here’s the answer! Just combine marshmallow creme, chocolate and graham crackers for an awesome bite.—Stephanie Tewell, Elizabeth, Illinois

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    Irresistible Coconut Cream Pie

    My husband and I grow 500 acres of wheat on the farm his family homesteaded in 1889. I grind my own flour and love to use it in this recipe. The easy, pat-in crust has a rich grain flavor. It’s irresistible filled with old-fashioned coconut cream and topped with a fluffy meringue. —Roberta Foster, Kingfisher, Oklahoma

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    Simple Macadamia Nut Fudge

    My aunt now lives in Hawaii, and she keeps our family supplied with fresh pineapples, mangos and macadamia nuts...along with recipes like this one. When I run out of macadamias for candy-making, I substitute pecans. Whichever nuts I use, neighbors like this fudge so much that they have started to call me the "Candy Lady of Cleveland." —Vicki Fioranelli, Cleveland, Mississippi

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    Cream-Filled Chocolate Cookies

    I've been making these cookies for years. My children and grandchildren gobble them up.

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    Chocolate Crunch Brownies

    The first time I took these brownies to work, I knew I'd better start making copies of the recipe—they disappeared fast! My husband and kids gobble them up quickly, too. —Pat Mueller, Mitchell, South Dakota

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    Frozen Grasshopper Torte

    I first made this minty cool torte for a ladies' meeting at our church. I’m still making it, and the compliments keep coming. —Elma Penner, Oak Bluff, Manitoba

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    Originally Published: January 28, 2019

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    Katie Bandurski

    As Senior Shopping Editor, Katie connects Taste of Home readers with the best gifts, deals and home products on the market. An avid foodie and a holiday enthusiast, Katie is an expert at cultivating meaningful moments.When she’s out of the office, you’ll find her exploring Wisconsin, trying out new vegetarian recipes and watching Christmas movies.

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    FAQs

    Is marshmallow fluff the same as marshmallow creme? ›

    While they have similar consistencies and flavor there is one notable difference between creme and fluff. Creme contains cream of tartar while fluff does not, making it ideal for use in fudge. What is a substitute for marshmallow cream? You can make marshmallow cream by melting down marshmallows with corn syrup.

    What was that marshmallow stuff in a jar called? ›

    Marshmallow creme
    A knife atop an open jar of Fluff
    TypeConfectionery
    Place of originUnited States
    Region or stateMassachusetts
    Main ingredientscorn syrup, sugar syrup, vanilla flavor, and egg white

    How many marshmallows equals a jar of marshmallow cream? ›

    2 cups of mini marshmallows is equivalent to 1 (7-ounce) jar of marshmallow creme. When using marshmallows in place of the creme try adding about a teaspoon of light corn syrup per cup of marshmallows.

    Do you have to refrigerate marshmallow fluff after opening? ›

    How should Marshmallow Fluff be stored? Fluff can be stored at room temperature. If you don't plan on using your Fluff for a while, refrigeration will extend the shelf life significantly.

    Is it okay to use expired marshmallow creme? ›

    Best before means after that date, the product may not taste as good as if it had been consumed within that time. It doesn't mean do not consume.

    Is Marshmallow Fluff discontinued? ›

    Marshmallow Fluff is still produced by the same batch process and celebrating their 100th birthday this month - it's the only marshmallow creme made in this manner.

    What is jet puff for? ›

    Jet-Puffed Marshmallows are a delicious and versatile dessert topping. These classic marshmallows deliver the sweet taste and fluffy texture you know and love. With zero grams of fat per serving, Jet-Puffed Marshmallows make a fun snack for kids or a mouthwatering addition to your favorite dessert recipes.

    What is a substitute for 1 cup of marshmallows? ›

    Answer: As a substitute for 1 cup marshmallow creme: Heat 16 large or 160 miniature marshmallows + 2 teaspoons of corn syrup in the top of a double boiler and stir until the mixture is smooth. OR - Make your own using egg white, corn syrup, powdered sugar and vanilla.

    What is added to marshmallows that makes them squishy and fluffy? ›

    The Key to a Gooey Marshmallow

    In marshmallows, the foam is made up of air suspended in a liquid sugar mixture. Gelatin is probably the most important part of a marshmallow, because it serves as the scaffolding that gives the marshmallow its stretchy, gooey texture.

    What is the name of the marshmallow fluff? ›

    Marshmallow creme (also called marshmallow fluff, marshmallow stuff, marshmallow spread, or marshmallow paste) is an American food item. It is a very sweet and spreadable.

    What can I substitute for marshmallow puff? ›

    directions
    • In a large bowl, combine egg whites, corn syrup and salt; beat with mixer in high speed for 10 minutes or until thick.
    • Add in icing sugar; beat on low speed until blended.
    • Beat in vanilla until blended.
    • Use this in any recipe called for marshmallow creme.

    Is marshmallow fluff discontinued? ›

    Marshmallow Fluff is still produced by the same batch process and celebrating their 100th birthday this month - it's the only marshmallow creme made in this manner.

    Does marshmallow fluff caramelize? ›

    Marshmallow fluff, on the other hand, has no extra dryness or starch. Just a tub full of fresh, fluffy marshmallow that caramelizes quickly and beautifully, and tastes extra soft and gooey.

    Can you toast store bought marshmallow fluff? ›

    Use a kitchen torch to toast the top of the marshmallow fluff. Alternatively, you can place it under your oven's broiler, but watch carefully to avoid burning.

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