Homemade Marshmallows

Updated at: Thu, 17 Aug 2023 10:03:27 GMT

Step 1

PREPARE: Brush a deep-sided 20x30cm baking dish with oil, line with baking paper leaving plenty of overhang, lightly brush the paper with oil and set aside.

Step 2

MAKE THE SYRUP: Whisk the sugar and gelatine together, then add to a large saucepan. Pour in 450ml of cold water, then bring to the boil, stirring often to make sure the sugar and gelatine are dissolved. Make sure to use a large saucepan as the mixture can foam up.

Step 3

SIMMER THE SYRUP: When the mixture is at a full, rolling boil, turn the heat down and simmer for 8 minutes. Meanwhile, set up a stand mixer with the whisk attachment fitted.

Step 4

WHISK THE MARSHMALLOW MIXTURE: Remove the mixture from the heat and allow to cool for 3 minutes. Pour into the bowl of the stand mixer and whisk on high speed for 3 minutes. Add the powdered sugar and vanilla extract, then continue to whisk for 5 minutes more until the mixture is light and fluffy.

Step 5

POUR THE MARSHMALLOWS AND LET SET: Immediately pour the mixture into the prepared pan, using a silicone spatula to scrape it all out of the bowl. Smooth the surface then allow the marshmallow to set, uncovered in a cool, dry place for 3-4 hours, or overnight. A cupboard is ideal as it will stop dust falling into the setting marshmallow.

Step 6

COAT THE MARSHMALLOWS: If using powdered sugar and cornflour, whisk the two together to remove any lumps. When the marshmallow has set, sprinkle a little of the powder over the surface and smooth it across with a brush or your hands. Lift the marshmallow out of the dish onto a chopping board and gently pull the paper away from the sides, dusting with the powder to stop it sticking where necessary. Flip the marshmallow over and remove the paper.

Step 7

CUT THE MARSHMALLOWS TO SIZE: Using a lightly oiled knife, cut the marshmallow into the desired size. Dust all cut sides with the sugar mixture, then store in an airtight container for 2+ weeks. The marshmallow will set a little more over the next 2 days.

Step 8

TOASTED COCONUT COATING: If using coconut, heat the oven grill/broiler to high. Spread the coconut evenly over a small oven-proof dish and place under the grill. Stir the coconut every 15 seconds as it will brown extremely quickly - don’t walk away! When it is toasted to your liking, remove from the oven, allow to cool, then use in place of the sugar mixture in the above recipe.

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