Dear Readers
As a mother of two I am not the easy going going type on candies and chocolates. There are pretty strict rules about how much and when can my kids consume these sugary stuff. However, kids are kids there are times when we need to let go a bit and let them enjoy a marshmallow or two. In that case however, I really prefer making a lot of these things at home. Agreed it doesn't take away the sugar but me being me at least I'm aware of how much and what has gone into each piece consumed by the kids.
So today I'm gonna write a recipe for the sugary delight marshmallow. Christmas is soon approaching and we are already getting into the beginning of the festive mood! It's very easy to make. Do try it with your kids and lemme know how that goes.
Prep Time: 10 mins
Cook Time: 20 mins
Yields: 15 marshmallows
Ingredients
1 tbsp gelatin
1/2 cup cold water, divided
1 cup granulated sugar
1/4 cup icing sugar
A pinch of salt
1 tsp vanilla extract
Method:
Prepare a 9-inch square baking pan by dusting it with icing sugar.
In a small bowl, mix together the gelatin in 1/4 cup cold water. Set aside for 10 minutes to set.
Place the remaining 1/4 cup of water and sugar in a pot and stir to dissolve over medium heat. Add the gelatin and bring to a boil, without stirring until it reaches 240°F. This is soft ball stage. You would have to use a Candy thermometer for this recipe to determine the exact temp. It is an integral part of this recipe. It's inexpensive and available easily)
Remove from the heat and pour into a bowl of an electric mixer or hand mixer. Stir in the salt and vanilla extract. Beat with the whisk attachment of the electric mixer or hand on low for a couple minutes then increase to high until soft and doubled in volume, about 10-15 minutes.
Pour into the prepared pan and smooth with a greased spatula.
Cool in the pan uncovered, until firm, minimum 3 hours. Lightly dust the top with sifted powdered sugar. Cut into cubes or desired shapes and enjoy with a hot cup of homemade cocoa.
Happy Cooking
Ms. J
As a mother of two I am not the easy going going type on candies and chocolates. There are pretty strict rules about how much and when can my kids consume these sugary stuff. However, kids are kids there are times when we need to let go a bit and let them enjoy a marshmallow or two. In that case however, I really prefer making a lot of these things at home. Agreed it doesn't take away the sugar but me being me at least I'm aware of how much and what has gone into each piece consumed by the kids.
So today I'm gonna write a recipe for the sugary delight marshmallow. Christmas is soon approaching and we are already getting into the beginning of the festive mood! It's very easy to make. Do try it with your kids and lemme know how that goes.
Prep Time: 10 mins
Cook Time: 20 mins
Yields: 15 marshmallows
Ingredients
1 tbsp gelatin
1/2 cup cold water, divided
1 cup granulated sugar
1/4 cup icing sugar
A pinch of salt
1 tsp vanilla extract
Method:
Prepare a 9-inch square baking pan by dusting it with icing sugar.
In a small bowl, mix together the gelatin in 1/4 cup cold water. Set aside for 10 minutes to set.
Place the remaining 1/4 cup of water and sugar in a pot and stir to dissolve over medium heat. Add the gelatin and bring to a boil, without stirring until it reaches 240°F. This is soft ball stage. You would have to use a Candy thermometer for this recipe to determine the exact temp. It is an integral part of this recipe. It's inexpensive and available easily)
Remove from the heat and pour into a bowl of an electric mixer or hand mixer. Stir in the salt and vanilla extract. Beat with the whisk attachment of the electric mixer or hand on low for a couple minutes then increase to high until soft and doubled in volume, about 10-15 minutes.
Pour into the prepared pan and smooth with a greased spatula.
Cool in the pan uncovered, until firm, minimum 3 hours. Lightly dust the top with sifted powdered sugar. Cut into cubes or desired shapes and enjoy with a hot cup of homemade cocoa.
Happy Cooking
Ms. J
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