Homemade marshmallows bring this confection to another level. They are like sweet, velvety clouds that melt in your mouth. If you like marshmallows, you'll love this homemade version. I've tried 2 different recipes and this is the one I like.
Here are all the ingredients you'll need.
Sift 1/4 cup powdered sugar and 1/4 cup corn starch into a small bowl. Lightly oil 9 x 9 inch glass pan, spread a piece of parchment paper on the bottom and cover with the powdered sugar mixture.
In a heavy bottomed saucepan heat 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar, 2/3 cup corn syrup and 1/2 cup water. Hook a candy thermometer on the side and make sure the tip isn't touching the bottom. In a large stand mixer bowl sprinkle 2 envelopes of unflavored gelatin over 1/2 cup water and let sit. When the pan mixture starts to boil reduce heat to low and keep cooking until it reaches 240 degrees. It should take 7 - 10 minutes.
When the sugar mixture is hot enough, start mixing the gelatin and water in the large bowl on low speed. Gently pour the hot mixture in a slow stream down the side of the bowl. Continue to mix on high speed for 5 to 10 minutes until it becomes very thick and has doubled in volume.
Spread the marshmallow into the prepared pan and smooth the top with a spatula. Let it dry for at least 6 hours or overnight. 
Turn the marshmallow onto a wax paper surface dusted with the powdered sugar mixture. Discard the paper. Using a sugar coated knife cut into small squares. Roll the cut edges in the powdered sugar mix. 
I made a chocolate ganache with some cream and dark chocolate to spread on the top of some. Store in an airtight container at room temperature. Next time I will try to roll the cut edges in toasted coconut or drizzle melted chocolate over the top...Oh the possibilities!
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