Homemade Marshmallows

Homemade Marshmallows

Doesn't these homemade marshmallows look delicious ??? Well, it is very tasty and easy to make. The ingredients are very simple.
Continue reading to find out all the ingredients and directions.

INGREDIENTSNutrition

SERVINGS12YIELD12 marshmallow squaresUNITSUS

• 2tablespoons gelatin (2 envelopes Knox)
• 8tablespoons cold water
• 2cups granulated sugar
• 1⁄2cup cold water
• 1⁄4teaspoon salt
• 2teaspoons vanilla extract

• DIRECTIONS

  1. Dust an 8- or 9-inch square pan with powdered sugar. Set aside.
  2. In a small bowl, soak gelatin in 8 tbsp cold water. Set aside.
  3. Combine granulated sugar and 1/2 cup of water in a large heavy saucepan.
  4. Cook and stir over medium heat until dissolved.
  5. Add gelatin and bring to a boil.
  6. Remove from heat. Pour into a large mixing bowl and let stand until partially cool.
  7. Add salt and vanilla extract.
  8. Beat with an electric mixer until soft and double in volume. About 10-15 minutes.
  9. Pour into prepared pan to about 1/2 inch thick.
  10. Set to cool until it will not stick to your finger.
  11. Cut into 1.5 inch pieces and roll in powdered sugar.
  12. Variation: toasted coconut can be substituted for powdered sugar.
  13. Variation: other flavorings can be substituted for vanilla extract.