Line a 7x11 or 9x13 baking dish with parchment paper and set aside.

Sprinkle gelatin evenly over water in a small pot and set aside for 5 minutes.

Add maple syrup and vanilla to a large mixing bowl and whisk.

After gelatin has bloomed, place on medium/high heat and whisk frequently just until the mixture is about to come to a simmer. We are just dissolving the gelatin. Remove from heat and pour into maple syrup and vanilla mixture.

Start mixing using a hand or stand mixture with whisk attachment on medium-high. Mixing will take 10-12 minutes. Once you reach stiff peaks the marshmallow mixture is ready.

Immediately transfer to prepared baking dish and spread using a spatula as quickly and evenly as possible. The marshmallow will start to set immediately.

Place tray in freezer for 30 minutes.

After chilling, remove from freezer and cut into desired size pieces.

Enjoy as healthy treat or in homemade hot cocoa!