Marshmallow Easter Eggs

Wednesday, 10 June 2009 18:28
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2 tbsp. Knox gelatin

1/2 cup cold water

2 cups sugar

3/4 cup hot water

1 cup white Karo syrup

2 tsp. vanilla

Cornstarch, for hands

Milk chocolate

1. Mix gelatin and cold water. Set aside until water is absorbed.

2. Combine sugar, hot water, 1/2 cup of the Karo syrup and cook to the soft

ball stage (240°F). Cool a few minutes.

3. Beat with mixer at full speed. Add the remaining Karo syrup and all of the

gelatin mixture, 1 tablespoon at a time.

4. Beat 7 to 8 minutes after the last addition of the gelatin.

5. Add vanilla.

6. Pour into a well greased 7x9-inch pan and chill thoroughly.

7. Dust hands with cornstarch.

8. Spoon marshmallow out of pan and form eggs.

9. Brush excess cornstarch off and let dry for 1/2 hour on waxed paper.

10. Pour melted milk chocolate over eggs and let set.

11. Refrigerate for easier handling.

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