Coconut Marshmallow Squares

Name: Coconut Marshmallow Squares
Ingredients: 2 envelopes unflavored gelatin; 1-1/4 cups cold water, divided; 2 cups sugar; 2 large egg whites, lightly beaten; 1 teaspoon vanilla extract; 2-1/2 cups sweetened shredded coconut, chopped; 2 to 3 drops red or yellow food coloring, optional

7 ingredients

2 steps

Ingredients

2 envelopes unflavored gelatin
1-1/4 cups cold water, divided
2 cups sugar
2 large egg whites, lightly beaten
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2-1/2 cups sweetened shredded coconut, chopped
2 to 3 drops red or yellow food coloring, optional

Directions

1

In a large bowl of a heavy-duty mixer, sprinkle gelatin over 1/2 cup cold water; set aside. In a heavy saucepan, combine sugar and remaining water. Cook and stir over low heat until sugar is dissolved. Cook over medium heat until a candy thermometer reads 234° (soft-ball stage), stirring occasionally. Remove from the heat; slowly pour over gelatin, beating constantly. Immediately add egg whites. Use the candy thermometer to make sure mixture is at least 160°. Continue to beat 15-20 minutes longer. Beat in vanilla. Pour into a greased 9-in. square pan. Cool for 3 hours or until firm enough to cut into squares.
2

In a shallow bowl, combine coconut and food coloring if desired. Roll marshmallow squares in coconut. Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator.