Marshmallows with Coconut

Homemade marshmallows with just enough vanilla are coated in toasted coconut in this easy, DIY recipe that is better than store-bought.

• Preparation Time: 30 mins
• Cooking Time: 5 mins
• Total Time: 35 mins
• Calories: 90 Calories

Ingredients

• 2 cups white sugar
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 pinch salt
• 2 (.25 ounce) packages unflavored gelatin
• cooking spray
• 2 cups toasted coconut, or more to taste
• 0.75 cup water
• 0.5 cup cold water

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Spray an 8-inch square baking pan with cooking spray.

Step 2

Mix cold water and gelatin together in a bowl until gelatin is dissolved.

Step 3

Bring 3/4 cup water to a boil in a saucepan; add sugar and bring back to a boil. Pour sugar mixture over gelatin mixture; add vanilla extract and salt. Beat with an electric mixer until fluffy, about 20 minutes.

Step 4

Spread mixture in the prepared baking pan; chill in the refrigerator for 8 hours to overnight.

Step 5

Cut marshmallows into squares with a knife dipped in hot water. Press squares into the toasted coconut.