This recipe for homemade marshmallows ditches the corn syrup in favor of a combination of honey and sugar. Honey, combined with vanilla, gives the marshmallows a subtle floral flavor. If you prefer a different flavor, you can easily swap the vanilla for another extract, such as lemon or almond, or even a spoonful of rum or brandy. Remember that temperature and timing are both critical in candy making, so keep a candy thermometer handy for this recipe.
Makes about 3 dozen marshmallows
- Baking spray, for greasing the pan
- 3 packets unflavored gelatin (about 2 1/2 tablespoons or 21 grams)
- 1 cup water, divided
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup honey
- 1/4 teaspoon fine sea salt
- 2 egg whites
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 2/3 cup powdered sugar
- 1/3 cup arrowroot starch or cornstarch