Best 5 Caramel Icing With Marshmallows Recipes

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Indulge your sweet cravings with our delectable Caramel Icing with Marshmallows, a luscious topping that adds a touch of magic to your favorite cakes, cupcakes, and cookies. This delightful icing combines the richness of caramel with the fluffy, pillowy texture of marshmallows, creating a symphony of flavors and textures that will tantalize your taste buds.

In this curated collection of recipes, we present a variety of ways to create this irresistible icing, catering to different dietary preferences and skill levels. Our classic Caramel Icing with Marshmallows recipe offers a straightforward approach, using simple ingredients that blend together effortlessly. For those seeking a vegan alternative, we have a delightful Vegan Caramel Icing with Marshmallows recipe that uses plant-based ingredients to achieve the same delectable flavor and texture.

For those who love the combination of chocolate and caramel, our Chocolate Caramel Icing with Marshmallows recipe is a match made in heaven. The rich, decadent chocolate adds an extra layer of indulgence, making this icing perfect for chocolate lovers. And if you're looking for a fun and festive twist, our Caramel Icing with Marshmallows and Sprinkles recipe adds a pop of color and cheer to any celebration.

With detailed instructions and helpful tips, these recipes make it easy to create this luscious icing at home, no matter your skill level. So, gather your ingredients, preheat your oven, and prepare to embark on a culinary journey that will leave you and your loved ones craving more.

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

CARAMEL MARSHMALLOW DELIGHTS



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"Our children like to take these sweet and chewy treats to school to share on their birthday," reports Susan Kerr of Crown Point, Indiana.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 25m

Yield 5-6 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 package (10 ounces) Rice Krispies
1 can (14 ounces) sweetened condensed milk
1/2 cup butter, cubed
1 package (14 ounces) caramels
1 package (16 ounces) large marshmallows

Steps:

  • Place cereal in a shallow bowl; set aside. In a double boiler or metal bowl over simmering water, combine the milk, butter and caramels, stirring until smooth. Remove from the heat. , With a fork, quickly dip marshmallows into hot mixture; allow excess to drip off. Roll in cereal. Place on a foil-lined pan; chill for 30 minutes. Remove from the pan and refrigerate in an airtight container.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 93 calories, Fat 2g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 6mg cholesterol, Sodium 76mg sodium, Carbohydrate 17g carbohydrate (11g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 1g protein.

CARAMEL ICING



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Yummy and sweet, this is perfect for nut or dark chocolate cakes.

Provided by BumbleBee

Categories     Desserts     Frostings and Icings

Time 25m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 4

¼ cup butter
¾ cup brown sugar
¼ cup heavy cream
2 cups confectioners' sugar

Steps:

  • Place the butter and brown sugar in a heavy saucepan over low-medium heat; cook and stir until the sugar dissolves and the mixture boils. Stir in the cream, return to a boil, and boil for 1 minute. Remove from the heat and cool.
  • Beat in the powdered sugar until smooth.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 163.3 calories, Carbohydrate 29 g, Cholesterol 17 mg, Fat 5.7 g, Protein 0.2 g, SaturatedFat 3.6 g, Sodium 31.9 mg, Sugar 28.4 g

CARAMEL FROSTING



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Creamy caramel frosting puts the crowning touch on spiced cupcakes and other scrumptious flavors. Our Test Kitchen's recipe is rich with spreadable goodness.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 25m

Yield 1-1/3 cups.

Number Of Ingredients 5

3/4 cup packed brown sugar
1/3 cup butter, cubed
1/4 cup 2% milk
Dash salt
1-1/2 cups confectioners' sugar

Steps:

  • In a small heavy saucepan, combine the brown sugar, butter, milk and salt. Cook and stir over low heat until sugar is dissolved. , Increase heat to medium. Do not stir. Cook for 3-6 minutes or until bubbles form in center and syrup turns amber in color. Transfer to a small bowl; cool to room temperature., Gradually beat in confectioners' sugar until frosting achieves spreading consistency.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 118 calories, Fat 4g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 11mg cholesterol, Sodium 54mg sodium, Carbohydrate 21g carbohydrate (21g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 0 protein.

CARAMEL FROSTING I



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I have had this recipe for over 30 years. Cream may be substituted for the milk for added richness.

Provided by MaryKaye

Categories     Desserts     Frostings and Icings

Time 15m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 5

2 tablespoons butter
3 tablespoons milk
½ cup packed brown sugar
1 cup confectioners' sugar
½ teaspoon vanilla extract

Steps:

  • In a saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter, and mix in 3 tablespoons milk and brown sugar. Boil vigorously for 1 minute.
  • Remove from heat, and beat in 1/2 cup confectioners' sugar. Cool slightly, and beat in the vanilla and remaining 1/2 cup confectioners' sugar. Add more milk if the mixture is too thick.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 93.1 calories, Carbohydrate 19.2 g, Cholesterol 5.4 mg, Fat 2 g, Protein 0.2 g, SaturatedFat 1.3 g, Sodium 17.9 mg, Sugar 18.9 g

CARAMEL ICING



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Use this delicious recipe when makingthe Dolley Madison Layer Cake.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Dessert & Treats Recipes

Yield Makes enough for one 8-inch layer cake

Number Of Ingredients 4

3 cups light-brown sugar
1 cup light cream
2 tablespoons unsalted butter
1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract

Steps:

  • Whisk together sugar, cream, and butter in a medium bowl. Set bowl over (but not touching) simmering water, cook until thickened, about 20 minutes. Remove bowl from heat; stir in vanilla. Let cool.

Tips:

- For a smoother icing, use marshmallow fluff instead of marshmallows. - If you don't have light corn syrup, you can use an equal amount of honey or maple syrup. - To make the icing thicker, add more powdered sugar. - To make the icing thinner, add more milk or cream. - To make the icing more flavorful, add a teaspoon of vanilla extract or almond extract. - For a caramel swirl effect, add a few tablespoons of caramel sauce to the icing. - To decorate the icing, top it with chopped nuts, sprinkles, or mini marshmallows.

Conclusion:

Caramel icing with marshmallows is a delicious and easy-to-make frosting that is perfect for cakes, cupcakes, and cookies. It is made with a combination of butter, sugar, milk, and marshmallows, and can be flavored with vanilla, almond, or caramel extract. Caramel icing with marshmallows is a great way to add a sweet and fluffy touch to your favorite desserts.

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