Homemade marshmallows are a fun and easy way to start making candy. Molten sugar is poured into gelatin and whipped into a fluffy, cloud-like confection that is fun to make and eat.
– ⅓ cup granulated sugar– ¼ cup maple sugar– 1 tablespoon cornstarch– 1 teaspoon plus a pinch cinnamon– 3 tablespoons gelatin– 1 cup cold water, divided– 1 cup maple syrup– Pinch salt
Ingredient
Direction
Blend granulated sugar, maple sugar, cornstarch, and 1 teaspoon cinnamon. Mix to powder.
1
Sprinkle ¼ cup of sugar/cornstarch mixture evenly on a rimmed baking sheet to cover the base. Set aside remaining mixture.
2
Mix gelatin with ½ cup of cold water in a small bowl. Let the gelatin sit for 5 minutes to soften and absorb into the water.
3
Stir constantly over medium heat until 235 F. While the maple syrup cooks, add the remaining pinch of cinnamon and salt to the gelatin.
4
With the stand mixer on low, slowly add the hot maple syrup mixture to the bloomed gelatin.
5
Pour the mixture into the pan now. Smooth the top with a spatula. It need not be square and won't reach the pan's edges.
6
Let the marshmallow set for 4 hours or until firm. Once set, remove marshmallow from pan and place on cutting board.
7
Trim the edges and cut into 1 ½-inch squares with a sharp knife. Sprinkle the remaining sugar mixture on all sides of each square and serve.