Marshmallow Frosting
- 1 envelope unflavored gelatin (1 scant tablespoon)
- 1/3 cup plus 1/4 cup cold water
- 1 cup sugar
- In a mixing bowl, sprinkle gelatin over 1/3 cup cold water.
- Allow gelatin to soften, about 5 minutes.
- Heat remaining 1/4 cup water and the sugar in a saucepan over medium-high, stirring until sugar is dissolved.
- Stop stirring; clip a candy thermometer onto side of pan.
- Boil syrup until temperature reaches the soft-ball stage (238F), brushing down sides of pan with a wet pastry brush to prevent sugar crystals from forming.
- Remove from heat; add syrup to softened gelatin.
- Whisk mixture by hand to cool, about 1 minute, then use an electric mixer to whisk on medium-high speed until soft, glossy (but not dry) peaks form, 8 to 10 minutes.
- Use immediately (frosting will harden).
unflavored gelatin, cold water, sugar
Taken from www.epicurious.com/recipes/food/views/marshmallow-frosting-389787 (may not work)