Hey all,

I just made a batch of marshmallow fondant using a recipe that called for 8 oz marshmallows, 2 tbs water, 4 cups powdered sugar.

I kind of got distracted while making it and forgot to add in the water to the bowl of marshmallows during the microwaving process. It was only after I added the color, made the ball of fondant and wrapped it up in plastic wrap that I realized I had forgotten to add the water.

Right now, as the fondant sits, I don't see anything wrong with it per se, but it was only my first time making fondan so I am not sure if it will have any effect. I will be using the fondant in about 2-3 weeks time.

Can anyone tell me if adding water to the marshmallows when melting the marshmallows is really necessary to make a good batch of fondant?

 I should also mention that I will be combining this homemade fondant with  a batch of premade store bought fondant I had bought a few weeks ago. Would this change anything?

Thanks!

Whenever I make MMF I add the water after the marshmallows are already melted. It helps to release them from the bowl and I believe it adds a little extra moisture. I also add store bought fondant to mine as well and never have a problem but I have never skipped the water step. If you added a lot of color you may be all right. I think you just want to play with it and make sure that it is not too dry. If it does end up too dry you could try kneading in a little shortening. Hope it turns out all right!! Good luck!