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Freeze-dried marshmallows
The airy foam structure is already full of small pockets; removing moisture makes it even more delicate.
The short take: Lightweight does not mean indestructible—packing pressure can crush the finished pieces.
What to know
Marshmallows are a sugar-and-gel foam. Their porous structure can change dramatically under a freeze-drying cycle, producing a very light, crisp piece. Size and formulation affect how much a piece changes; mini and large marshmallows do not necessarily behave alike.
In practice
Use them as a dry topping for cocoa, cereal, or a dessert mix. The texture can collapse under crushing and the pieces soften with humidity, so protect them from both pressure and air after processing.
Keep in mind
Sugar-rich products are not sterile by virtue of low moisture. Use clean equipment, prevent allergen cross-contact, and do not treat an opened package as protected indefinitely.
Practical checks
- Space pieces apart if they may expand.
- Avoid heavy stacking in the final pack.
- Label allergens and keep dry.