Marshmallow Swirls
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What it is
Marshmallow swirls are a sweet, soft, and often sticky ribbon or marbling found in desserts. They are typically made from sugar, corn syrup, water, gelatin, and flavorings, whipped to incorporate air for a light texture.
Why it's used
Manufacturers add marshmallow swirls to foods primarily for their sweet flavor, chewy texture, and visual appeal. They are commonly used in frozen desserts like ice cream and frozen yogurt, as well as in baked goods and confections, to create a distinct sweet and soft component.
Health notes
As a composite ingredient, the health implications of marshmallow swirls are primarily related to their sugar content. The 2025-2030 Dietary Guidelines for Americans recommend no amount of added sugars, and at most 10 grams of added sugars per meal. Gelatin, a common component, is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA. No specific regulatory status or ADI has been established for "marshmallow swirls" as a whole.
Allergen info
Marshmallow swirls themselves are not typically derived from any of the nine major FDA allergens. However, they are often used in products that contain major allergens like milk (in ice cream) or wheat (in baked goods).
Products containing Marshmallow Swirls
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Wegmans Food Markets, Inc.
Banana Flavored Premium Ice Cream With Marshmallow Swirls, Fudge Ribbons & Peanut Butter Cups, Banana
High in saturated fat — 65% DV per serving
High in added sugars — 66% DV per serving
High in cholesterol — 33% DV per serving
291kcal
4.3Protein
17.0Fat
32.6Carbs
Wegmans Food Markets, Inc.
S'Mores Marshmallow Flavored Premium Ice Cream With Marshmallow Swirls, Graham Swirls & Milk Chocolate Flavored Bits, S'Mores
High in saturated fat — 65% DV per serving
High in added sugars — 60% DV per serving
High in cholesterol — 30% DV per serving
305kcal
3.5Protein
17.0Fat
36.9Carbs
Wegmans Food Markets, Inc.
Chocolate Caramel Chocolate Ice Cream With Marshmallow And Caramel Swirls And Mini Caramel Cups Premium Ice Cream, Chocolate Caramel
High in saturated fat — 60% DV per serving
High in added sugars — 62% DV per serving
High in cholesterol — 30% DV per serving
255kcal
3.5Protein
13.5Fat
32.6Carbs