Marshmallow Nutrition Facts

Calories, fat, protein, and carbohydrate values for Marshmallow.

Calories

There are 23 calories in Marshmallow.

23

Nutrition Facts
Marshmallow
Serving Size:

1

regular (7.2 grams)

Amount Per Serving
Calories from Fat 0.1
Calories 23

% Daily Value*

Total Fat 0 grams

Saturated Fat 0 grams

Polyunsaturated Fat 0 grams
Monounsaturated Fat 0 grams

Cholesterol 0 milligrams

Sodium 5.8 milligrams

Potassium 0.4 milligrams

Total Carbohydrates 5.9 grams

Dietary Fiber 0 grams

Sugars 4.1 grams
Protein 0.1 grams
0%

Vitamin A

0%

Vitamin C

0%

Calcium

0.1%

Iron

Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

Category
Food / Beverages > Grocery > Confectionery / Desserts / Sweeteners > Marshmallows

How long would it take to burn off 25 KCal?
Walking (3mph) 6 minutes
Running (6mph) 2 minutes
Bicycling (10mph) 3 minutes
Values estimated based on person weighing 140 lbs.

What is marshmallow made of?

A typical marshmallow contains sugar, corn syrup, and gelatin, plus some air. That’s it. “A marshmallow is basically a foam that’s stabilized by gelatin,” says Richard Hartel, a food engineer at the University of Wisconsin–Madison. In marshmallows, the foam is made up of air suspended in the liquid sugar mixture.

Is marshmallow made out of pig?

1. Gelatin: Boiled cow or pig skin, ligaments, tendons and bones — Gelatin, such as for jiggly, Cosby-promoted Jell-O, is a protein made with the skin, ligaments, tendons and bones of cows or pigs. It’s used in certain ice creams, marshmallows, puddings and Jell-O as a thickening agent.

Is marshmallow a veg?

So, are marshmallows vegan? Unfortunately, they’re not. “Marshmallows are not vegan because they contain gelatin, an animal protein derived from the ligaments, tendons, and skin of animals, such as cows and pigs,” explains registered dietician Grace Pascale.

What is a real marshmallow?

They are made from a mixture of sugars, egg whites and gelatin beaten together. As you scratch into the soil at the base of a marsh mallow plant, the resemblance of marsh mallow roots to marshmallow candy becomes immediately apparent. It doesn’t take long for a plant to develop fat white roots.

Is marshmallow good for health?

Marshmallow forms a protective layer on the skin and lining of the digestive tract. It also contains chemicals that might decrease cough and help heal wounds.

Can you grow marshmallows?



Marshmallow plants grow 4 to 5 feet tall and can put on quite a dramatic show in the garden while in bloom. Their tall elegant spikes are covered with almost white to blush or light pink flowers from July to September.
How to Grow and Care for Marshmallow Plant.

Common Name Marshmallow, marsh mallow
Hardiness Zones 3-7 (USDA)
Native Areas Europe, Asia, Africa

What animal is in marshmallows?

Generally though, marshmallows fall into the non-vegetarian category. Gelatin is made up of the ligaments, tendons, and skin of animals, predominantly pigs and cows, which are boiled to extract a protein called collagen. (Contrary to the urban legend, however, the mixture does not include horse hooves.)

How does marshmallow taste like?

Sweet, sugary, some are almost chalky. May have other flavorings. Sticky texture. Toasted…the flavor and texture change and they become gooey.