No, the Egyptians were the first ones to use the marshmallow root, to soothe sore throats, but the confection "marshmallows" were not first created until the mid 19th century.
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Here are some old timey recipes (I think I might try the second one): https://www.newlifeonahomestead.com/how-to-make-marshmallows-from-marshmallow-plant-root-recipe/
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