The Best Homemade Marshmallows
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Servings Prep Time
16 square marshmallows 30 minutes
Cook Time Passive Time
15 minutes 4-6 hours
Servings Prep Time
16 square marshmallows 30 minutes
Cook Time Passive Time
15 minutes 4-6 hours
Ingredients
  • 2 tablespoons (2 packets) gelatin
  • 1cup cold waterdivided
  • 1 cup sugar
  • 1 cup light corn syrup
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract(or other flavoring, as desired)
  • 2/3cup Powdered sugar
  • 1/3cup cornstarch
Instructions
  1. Stir together the gelatin and 1/4 cup cold water in the bowl of a stand mixer. Fit the mixer with the whisk attachment. Let sit while completing the next step.
  2. While the gelatin blooms, mix together the sugar, corn syrup, and remaining 3/4 cup of water in a small saucepan. Cook without stirring on medium-high heat until the syrup reaches between 235°F and 240°F, about 15-20 minutes.
  3. When the syrup nears its final temperature, turn the mixer on low speed. As soon as the syrup hits between 235°F and 240°F, turn off the heat and carefully pour it into the mixer bowl. Add the vanilla, then turn the mixer up to high.
  4. Whip for 10-12 minutes, until the mixture is thick and glossy. The bottom of the bowl will still feel lukewarm.
  5. While the mixture whips, prepare your pan. Line a square baking pan with parchment and lightly spray the paper and sides of the pan with oil. If making mini marshmallows, prep two half-sheet pans in the same manner. Combine the powdered sugar with the cornstarch, and sift a few tablespoons of it onto the pan.
  6. Spread the marshmallow onto the prepared square baking pan. If making mini marshmallows, work quickly and transfer the mixture from the mixing bowl into a piping bag fitted with a round tip. Pipe long strips onto the prepared half-sheet pans. Sift another few tablespoons of the powdered sugar and cornstarch mixture on top.
  7. Let set at room temperature uncovered for 4-6 hours, then cut them with a pizza wheel lightly dusted with the powdered sugar topping. Toss the pieces in the remaining powder mixture and enjoy!