Chocolate Marshmallows

By carvalhohm2

Ingredients

• 1 cup (8 ounces) cold water
• 2 1/2 tablespoons powdered gelatin
• 1 1/2 cups (10.5 ounces) sugar
• 1 cup (11 ounces) light corn syrup
• 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
• 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
• 2.5 ounces 72% bittersweet chocolate, finely chopped
• 1/2 cup (2 ounces) 69% bittersweet atomized chocolate
• 1/2 cup (2.25 ounces) confectioners’ sugar

Details

Servings 30
Adapted from workman.com

Preparation

Step 1

1. Spray a 9–by-13-by-2-inch baking sheet with nonstick baking spray or lightly brush with a neutral oil such as canola or grapeseed.

2. Pour 1/2 cup of the water into the bowl of a stand mixer fitted with the whisk attachment. Add the gelatin, stir to combine, and allow to soften, about 3 minutes.

3. Meanwhile, combine the remaining 1/2 cup water, the sugar, corn syrup, and salt in a small saucepan and heat over low heat, stirring, until the sugar is dissolved, about 3 minutes. Attach a candy thermometer to the side of the pan, increase the heat to medium, and bring to a boil, without stirring. Keep a wet pastry brush handy, and brush down the sides of the pot if little crystals appear. When the temperature reaches 240°F, remove the pan from the heat.

4. Turn the mixer onto low speed and slowly pour the hot sugar mixture into the gelatin. Gradually increase the speed to high and beat until the mixture is opaque and thick, about 12 minutes.

5. Add the vanilla and chopped chocolate and beat on medium speed until thoroughly combined. Immediately transfer the marshmallow to the prepared baking sheet and spread it evenly with an oiled offset spatula. Cover the marshmallow with a piece of parchment and set aside until firm, about 2 hours.

6. Mix the atomized chocolate and confectioners’ sugar in a medium bowl. Lift the marshmallow slab out of the pan. Dip a pair of kitchen shears in the chocolate and sugar mixture to coat and cut the marshmallow into 11/2- or 2-inch squares, dipping the shears again as necessary. Toss the marshmallows in the chocolate and sugar mixture to coat lightly but evenly.

The marshmallows can be stored in an airtight container for up to 3 weeks.