Chosen for its natural berry-like acidity and vibrant fruit notes, this airy Ruby marshmallow softens an intense grapefruit pâte de fruit core. This pairing perfectly highlights Ruby’s ability to amplify fruit expression while maintaining clarity and lift across contrasting textures. 
Level:
Medium
Makes:
approx 20 pieces
Shelf life:
2-3 weeks
Conservation:
Store at 16-18°C in an airtight container. Avoid humidity.
Demonstration video<span>Ruby Grapefruit Marshmallows</span>

The Grapefruit Pâte de Fruit Confection

Ingredients: The Grapefruit Pâte de Fruit Confection

  • 20 g
    Grapefruit peel
  • 1 g
    Timut pepper
  • 460 g
    Grapefruit puree
  • 44 g
    Glucose syrup
  • 9 g
    Yellow pectin
  • 310 g
    Sugar
  • 6 g
    Citric acid

Preparation: The Grapefruit Pâte de Fruit Confection

1. Blanch the grapefruit peel three times, then set aside. 

2. Finely grind the Timut pepper and reserve. 

3. In a separate bowl, whisk together the sugar and yellow pectin. 

4. Combine the grapefruit puree, glucose syrup, blanched peels, and the pectin-sugar mixture. Emulsify with a hand blender until the peels are tiny specks. 

5. Bring the mixture to a boil and cook to 106°C. 

6. Remove from heat. Stir in the citric acid and ground Timut pepper. 

7. Dispense immediately into moulds using a warmed sauce funnel.