Description
Learn how to make Easy Divinity Candy with this simple recipe. This classic confection features a light and fluffy texture with a hint of nuts, perfect for a sweet treat.
Ingredients
Scale
Sugar Syrup:
- 2 1/2 cups granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup light corn syrup
- 1/2 cup water
Egg White Mixture:
- 2 large egg whites (at room temperature)
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup chopped pecans or walnuts (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the Baking Sheet: Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and set aside.
- Cook Sugar Syrup: In a saucepan, heat granulated sugar, corn syrup, and water until it reaches 260°F.
- Beat Egg Whites: In a stand mixer, beat egg whites and salt until stiff peaks form.
- Combine Syrup and Egg Whites: Slowly pour hot syrup into egg whites while mixing. Beat until candy loses gloss.
- Add Flavor and Nuts: Mix in vanilla and nuts. Drop spoonfuls onto the baking sheet.
- Set the Candy: Let divinity cool at room temperature until firm.
Notes
- Humidity can affect the outcome—make divinity on a dry day for best results.
- If the mixture thickens, add a few drops of hot water and beat briefly to loosen.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece
- Calories: 90
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 20mg
- Fat: 1g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
