After all, marshmallows are usually dairy-free. And if you’re used to avoiding more traditional desserts like pies and brownies for the sake of your health, you may think you’re doing just fine crumbling up a marshmallow (or three) in a cup of vegan hot chocolate. C'mon, who can resist sipping on melty marshmallows? Not me!
But going more plant-based definitely has tons of benefits, like lowering one’s blood pressure and cholesterol. So it would make sense why you’d want to seek out vegan options as much as you can. However, if you’re choosing a traditional marshmallow to satisfy your vegan sweet tooth, you may want to think again. Sadly, most aren't vegan.
When it comes to marshmallows, figuring out whether they're vegan or not really comes down to their ingredient list. Here's what you should know about marshmallows before you go ahead and open another bag.
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. Gelatin doesn’t taste like meat at all, since it’s created by boiling down the various animal body parts with water, but it’s used in marshmallows in order to create that gooey, glutinous center that melts in your mouth.
“Gelatin and related products are also commonly found in puddings, ice cream, candy, certain yogurts, and even things like shampoo and cosmetics, in order to add that texture,” adds Pascale.
If you want a vegan option, you have to stay away from items that contain this ingredient. But don’t stress. There are several vegan substitutes that use other ingredients to create that same yummy texture.
More here....
https://www.womenshealthmag.com/food/a37169297/are-marshmallows-vegan/
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