Divinity Candy Recipe
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Divinity Candy Recipe
Description
This Divinity Candy starts by heating granulated sugar, white corn syrup, and cold water to 250-260°F, the hard ball stage, which ensures the proper candy texture. Meanwhile, egg whites are beaten to stiff peaks. The hot syrup is carefully poured slowly into the egg whites while continually whipping at high speed to cook the egg whites gently and incorporate the syrup without scrambling.
Vanilla extract is added for flavor as the mixture is whipped until it holds its shape, roughly 10-15 minutes. Scoops of the candy are dropped onto parchment-lined baking sheets, then topped with optional garnishes such as whole or chopped pecans, raisins, dried fruit, or sprinkles. The candy is left to dry and harden for several hours or overnight, yielding a sweet, airy consistency with a slight crunch on the outside.
Once set, Divinity Candy can be stored in an airtight container for up to two weeks. The beating time may vary depending on your mixer; resting the mixture and mixer between beating periods can help achieve proper texture without overheating. This candy is a traditional, nostalgic sweet, often made during holidays.
Ingredients
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- ½ cup white corn syrup
- ½ cup water cold
- 2 egg room temperature, white
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Optional Garnish
- pecans whole or chopped
- raisins
- dried fruit
- Sprinkles
Instructions
- Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- Add a candy thermometer to a medium heavy saucepan.
- Heat sugar, corn syrup and water over medium heat until it reaches hard ball stage, 250-260 degrees F.
- While the syrup is cooking, beat egg whites until stiff peaks form.
- When the sugar reaches temperature, remove from heat and very slowly pour into the egg white, whipping on high speed constantly.
- Add vanilla and continue beating on high until candy holds it shape, about 10-15 minutes ** see notes.
- Spray a cookie dough scoop or 2 spoons with cooking spray, then drop scoops of candy onto prepared baking sheets.
- Immediately add whole pecan or other garnish, if using.
- Allow divinity to dry and harden for several hours or overnight.
- Store in airtight container for up to two weeks.
Notes
- Beat the mixture on high speed for about 5 minutes, then rest for 2-3 minutes; repeat as needed to avoid overheating and achieve proper texture.
- Use a candy thermometer to monitor the syrup temperature accurately to reach the hard ball stage (250-260°F).
- Drop candy portions quickly onto parchment paper and add garnishes immediately to ensure they stick well.
- Allow the candy to dry and set for several hours or overnight before storing.
- Store divinity in an airtight container and consume within two weeks for best freshness.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 20Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 68 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 20 | |
| Calories | 68kcal | 3% |
| Carbohydrates | 18g | 6% |
| Protein | 0.002g | 0% |
| Fat | 0.1g | 0% |
| Sodium | 4mg | 0% |
| Potassium | 1mg | 0% |
| Fiber | 0.01g | 0% |
| Sugar | 18g | 36% |
| Vitamin C | 0.005mg | 0% |
| Calcium | 1mg | 0% |
| Iron | 0.01mg | 0% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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