5 ingredient homemade marshmallows ❄️ Ingredients - 3 tbsp gelatin powder 1 cup cold water 1 1/2 cups maple syrup 1/2 tsp salt 2 tsp vanilla extract Directions - 1. Sprinkle gelatin powder over 1/2 cup of cold water in a large bowl. Let sit for 10 minutes. 2. Combine the remaining 1/2 cup water, maple syrup, and salt in a saucepan. Heat over medium heat until it boils, then increase to medium-high heat. 3. Slowly pour the hot syrup mixture into the bloomed gelatin while mixing on high speed. 4. Whip for 10–12 minutes, until thick, fluffy, and tripled in size. 5. Add the vanilla during the last minute of whipping. 6. Pour the marshmallow mixture into a lined pan and spread evenly. 7. Let set for at least 4 hours or overnight. It can be left on the counter or placed in the fridge.