Homemade Marshmallows

By á-4202

Ingredients

• 2 TBS gelatin (2 envelopes)
• 8 TBS cold water
• 2 cups granulated sugar
• 1/2 cup cold water
• 1/4 tsp salt
• 2 tsp vanilla extract

Preparation

Step 1

1) Dust an 8 inch square pan with powdered sugar. In a small bowl, soak gelatin in 8 TBS cold water and set aside.

2) Combine granulated sugar and 1/2 cup of water in a large, heavy saucepan. Cook and stir over med heat until dissolved; add gelatin and bring to a boil. Remove from heat. Pour into a large mixing bowl and let stand until partially cool, then add salt and vanilla extract.

3) Beat with an electric mixer until soft and double in volume. About 10 – 15 mins. Pour into prepared pan to about 1/2 inch thick. Set to cool until it will not stick to your finger. Cut into 1 1/2 inch pieces and roll in powdered sugar.