Homemade Marshmallows

### Homemade Marshmallows **Ingredients:** - 3 packages unflavored gelatin - 1 cup cold water, divided - 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar - 1 cup light corn syrup - 1/4 teaspoon salt - 1 tablespoon vanilla extract - Confectioners’ sugar (powdered sugar) for dusting **Instructions:** 1. **Prepare the gelatin:** In the bowl of a stand mixer, pour 1/2 cup of cold water. Sprinkle the gelatin over the water and let it sit while you prepare the sugar syrup. 2. **Make the sugar syrup:** In a medium saucepan, combine the remaining 1/2 cup of water, granulated sugar, corn syrup, and salt. Cook over medium heat, stirring until the sugar dissolves. Raise the heat to high and cook until the mixture reaches 240°F (115°C) on a candy thermometer. 3. **Combine and whip:** Carefully pour the hot sugar syrup into the gelatin mixture. Start the mixer on low speed and gradually increase to high. Beat the mixture on high for 10-12 minutes, until it becomes very thick and fluffy. Add the vanilla extract during the last minute of mixing. 4. **Pour and set:** Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish and dust it with confectioners’ sugar. Pour the marshmallow mixture into the dish, spreading it out evenly. Dust the top with more confectioners’ sugar. 5. **Let it set:** Allow the marshmallows to sit at room temperature for at least 4 hours, or overnight, until they are firm. 6. **Cut and coat:** Turn the marshmallows out onto a cutting board. Use a sharp knife or cookie cutters to cut them into squares or desired shapes. Toss the cut marshmallows in more confectioners’ sugar to prevent sticking. Enjoy your delightful homemade marshmallows! ☁️🍬