Place the sugar and cold water into a large bowl and beat for 5 minutes with an electric mixer

Add the gelatine to the hot water and stir briskly until dissolved

While the gelatine mixture is still hot, add it to the sugar solution and beat on high speed until the mixture is very thick and white- approximately 10 minutes, or until the mixture will hold a figure 8

Add desired flavour and colour - beat until combined

Grease your marshmallow moulds with shortening or with a non-stick cooking spray. Pour your mixture into chilled moulds and refrigerate until firm

Run the tip of a knife around the edge of the mould. Gently ease the marshmallow away from the side of the mould and place on a serving plate

Decorate with colours for the ears and eyes and coconut for the bunnies fur