Monday, December 22, 2008

After many many requests.....

Marshmallows

1/2 c. powdered sugar
1/3 c. cornstarch
2 envelopes unflavored gelatin
1 1/3 c. sugar
2/3 c. light corn syrup
1/2 c. crushed peppermint candy canes( if you dont want peppermint, do not add candy, in its place add 1 teaspoon vanilla)You could really use any flavoring extract
1/8 tsp. salt

1. Into a small bowl, sift together powdered sugar and cornstarch. Line a 9x13" pan with foil and spray with non-stick cooking spray.
2. Sift 4 Tbsp. of the powdered sugar mixture into pan and tilt to coat all sides. Leave excess in pan
3. Place 2/3 c. water in a large bowl and sprinkle with gelatin. Let soften 5 minutes.
4. In medium, heavy-bottom saucepan, heat sugar, corn syrup, candy cane or flavoring and salt over medium heat until completely dissolved (about 7 minutes).
5. Pour into bowl with gelatin mixture and beat on high speed with electric mixer until light and fluffy (10-15 minutes).
6. Spread evenly into prepared pan. Smooth top and dush with powdered sugar mixture. Let sit at room temperature for 2 hours.
7. After cool and set up, cut into shapes or squares with a big knife. Dust all sides with remaining powdered sugar. keep in ziploc bag

1 comments:

The Foulgers said...

I'm gonna try this one, they looked amazing!