How To Make Coconut-Ice Marshmallows
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Serves:
Ingredients
- 2 cups shredded coconut
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1/4 cup cornstarch
- 1/4 cup water
- 1/4 cup light corn syrup
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- food coloring (optional)
Instructions
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In a large bowl, combine the shredded coconut, powdered sugar, and cornstarch. Mix well and set aside.
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In a saucepan, combine the water, corn syrup, granulated sugar, and salt. Cook over medium heat until the sugar has dissolved, stirring occasionally.
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Increase the heat to medium-high and continue cooking until the mixture reaches 240°F on a candy thermometer.
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Remove the saucepan from heat and stir in the vanilla extract.
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Pour the hot mixture over the coconut mixture and stir until well combined. If desired, add a few drops of food coloring and mix until evenly colored.
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Press the mixture into a greased 9×9-inch baking dish and smooth the top with a spatula.
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Allow the marshmallows to set at room temperature for at least 2 hours, or refrigerate for faster setting.
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Once set, cut into squares or use cookie cutters to create fun shapes.
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Serve and enjoy!
Nutrition
- Calories : 230kcal
- Total Fat : 13g
- Saturated Fat : 11g
- Cholesterol : 0mg
- Sodium : 83mg
- Total Carbohydrates : 28g
- Dietary Fiber : 2g
- Sugar : 23g
- Protein : 2g
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