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Divinity Recipe

Indulge in the heavenly delight of homemade Divinity! This classic recipe, inspired by a cherished kitchen gadget, creates melt-in-your-mouth nougat with a delightful crunch. Perfect for gifting or enjoying a sweet treat, this recipe is surprisingly easy to make and yields incredibly delicious results. Get ready to impress with this unforgettable confection!

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 45 mins
Calories 192.9 kcal
Protein 2g
Rating 3.0 (2 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Divinity

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How to Make Divinity

  1. In a heavy-bottomed saucepan, combine 1 ½ cups granulated sugar, ½ cup light corn syrup, and ¼ cup water.
  2. Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until the mixture reaches the hard-ball stage (265°F on a candy thermometer).
  3. Remove from heat and let cool undisturbed until the temperature drops to 220°F.
  4. In a clean, dry mixer bowl, beat 4 large egg whites until soft peaks form (about 1 minute on high speed).
  5. With the mixer running on low, gradually pour in the cooled sugar syrup in a thin, steady stream. Increase the mixer speed to medium-high and beat for another 2 ½ minutes.
  6. Reduce the mixer speed to low, and add 1 teaspoon almond extract. Beat until the mixture becomes thick and almost dry, about 20-25 minutes. This will take some time, be patient!
  7. Stir in 1 cup chopped walnuts on low speed until just combined.
  8. Drop rounded tablespoons of the mixture onto a parchment-lined baking sheet, forming small patties.
  9. Let the Divinity harden completely at room temperature before serving.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

0 g

Sugar

134g

Fat

1g

Carbs

13g

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