Brush a 13 x 18 x 1 cookie sheet with oil. Then line with parchment paper allowing a 2-inch overhang on short ends. Normally I would brush the top of the parchment paper with oil but instead place an even layer of crushed peppermint on top and set aside.

Put granulated sugar, corn syrup, salt, and 3/4 cup water into a large saucepan. Bring to a boil over high heat, stirring to dissolve sugar. Continue cooking for about 9 minutes without stirring (or until the mixture registers 230 degrees Fahrenheit on a candy thermometer).

While the sugar mixture above is reaching temperature put 3/4 cup cold water into a mixing bowl; sprinkle with Gelatine and set aside for 5 minutes.

After five minutes use a mixer with the whisk attachment and mix the gelatine mixture on low-speed. I like using my stand mixer.

Slowly and carefully add hot syrup into gelatine mixture. Gradually increase speed to high; beat for about 12 minutes or until mixture is very stiff. Add vanilla during mixing.

Pour into prepared 13 x 18 x 1 cookie sheet. With the melted coconut oil or oil brush a spatula and smooth the mixture in the cake pan so it is flat on top. Set the pan aside uncovered for about 3 hours or until firm.

Sift 1 cup of confectioners’ sugar into a large bowl.

Place about 1 cup vegetable oil in a small bowl big enough to hold 1 cookie cutter. This bowl will be used to dip cookie cutters into prior to cutting out marshmallows.

This may be the sticky part but it is well worth it! Cut out marshmallows. Remove cookie cutter and with your fingers going under the marshmallow gently lift it up and away from the parchment paper.

With the leftover marshmallows cut tiny squares for bite size snacks. These little guys are fantastic!

Place the marshmallow bottom side down in the confectioners’ sugar. Gently scoop sugar with your fingers around the mold covering all sides with the sugar avoid top of marshmallows.

Store marshmallows in an airtight container for 3 – 5 days. If desired marshmallows can be frozen for 1 month until ready to use.

Enjoy these peppermint candy marshmallows with hot chocolate or they are really good alone too!