Chocolate Marshmallows

Instructions

1. 1

   Preheat the oven to 150°C (300°F) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

2. 2

   In a medium saucepan, combine the sugar, corn syrup, and 50g of water. Place the saucepan over medium heat and stir until the sugar has dissolved.

   Tip: Use a candy thermometer to monitor the temperature.

3. 3

   Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to medium-low and simmer for 10 minutes, or until the mixture reaches 240°C (464°F).

4. 4

   Remove the saucepan from the heat and let it cool slightly. Add the eggs one at a time, whisking well after each addition.

   Tip: Be careful, as the mixture will bubble up vigorously.

5. 5

   Whisk in the softened butter, vanilla extract, and salt until well combined.

6. 6

   Pour the mixture into a stand mixer or a large bowl and beat with an electric mixer until stiff peaks form.

   Tip: This should take about 5-7 minutes.

7. 7

   In a separate bowl, whisk together the cocoa powder and confectioner's sugar.

8. 8

   Fold the cocoa mixture into the marshmallow mixture until well combined.

   Tip: Be gentle, as overmixing can cause the marshmallows to become dense.

9. 9

   Sift the semisweet chocolate chips over the marshmallow mixture and fold until well combined.

10. 10

    Transfer the marshmallow mixture to a piping bag fitted with a large round tip.

    Tip: Pipe the marshmallows onto a parchment-lined baking sheet in desired shapes.