marshmallow

• Confiserie molle et spongieuse à base de sucre, de gélatine et de sirop de maïs, souvent saupoudrée de sucre glace.

A soft, spongy confection made from sugar, gelatin, and corn syrup, often dusted with powdered sugar.

1. ConfectioneryA2informal

   A soft, spongy sweet made from sugar, gelatin, and corn syrup, often coated with powdered sugar.

   Guimauve (confiserie)

   • She toasted marshmallows over the campfire.
   • The hot chocolate was topped with a marshmallow.
   • He ate a whole bag of marshmallows while watching TV.
   • The dessert was decorated with tiny marshmallows.

2. Ingredient or toppingA2informalculinary

   Used as an ingredient in recipes or as a topping for desserts like hot chocolate or s'mores.

   Guimauve (ingrédient ou garniture)

   • Add a few marshmallows to the rice krispie treats for extra sweetness.
   • The milkshake was topped with whipped cream and a marshmallow.
   • Marshmallows are a key part of the classic s'more recipe.

3. Botanical referenceB2formalscientific

   A type of plant (Althaea officinalis) whose root was originally used to make a medicinal confection, though modern marshmallows no longer contain it.

   Guimauve officinale

   • The marshmallow plant has been used in herbal medicine for centuries.
   • Historically, marshmallows were made from the root of the marshmallow plant.
   • The extract from the marshmallow root soothes sore throats.

   Synonymesmarsh mallow