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Divinity Dessert Recipe

A classic southern no-bake candy recipe for perfectly fluffy Divinity, with a deliciously chewy chopped pecan nougat inside and lightly crispy outside.

Prep Time
30 mins
Cook Time
30 mins
Dry Time
2 hrs
Total Time
2 hrs 45 mins
Servings: 48 pieces
Calories: 103 kcal
Course: Dessert , Snacks
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

  • 2 ½ cups granulated sugar
  • ½ cup light corn syrup
  • ½ cup water
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 2 large egg whites cold
  • ¼ teaspoon cream of tartar
  • 1 ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
  • ¾ cup Chopped Pecans walnuts, pistachios, almonds…

Instructions

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  1. Set a large 6-8 quart saucepot over medium heat. Attach a candy thermometer to the side of the pot.
  2. Add the sugar, corn syrup, water, and salt to the pot. Bring to a boil. Once boiling, lower the heat a little if needed and watch the thermometer. When it reaches 260 degrees, remove the pot from heat.
  3. Meanwhile, set out a stand mixer. Place the egg whites and cream of tartar in bowl of the mixer. Using the whip attachment, whip on high until a stiff meringue forms. Turn off the mixer.
  4. Once the sugar mixture reaches 260 degrees F, turn the mixer on high. Hold the saucepot carefully with potholders and VERY SLOWLY pour the sugar syrup into the egg whites. Take your time to pour a slow thin stream so the sugar beats gently into the whites. Once all the syrup is in the mixer, add the vanilla extract and continue to beat another 5-10 minutes, until the mixture is white, and stiff enough to hold its shape when you lift it with a spoon.
  5. Finally, beat in the chopped pecans. Turn off the mixer.
  6. Set out a sheet of parchment or wax paper. Spray two spoons with nonstick cooking spray (or butter them.) Then use the spoons to portion out small 2 teaspoon dollops of Divinity Candy. Place onto the paper.
  7. Repeat, re-spraying the spoons as often as needed, until all the candy is portioned out into little pillows.
  8. Allow the candy to set and dry for 2 hours, or until dry to the touch. If the air is humid this could take up to 12 hours. Once dry, move to an airtight container.

Notes

  • Divinity can stay fresh at room temperature for up to two weeks, if kept in an airtight container.
  • Divinity can stay fresh at room temperature for up to two weeks, if kept in an airtight container.

Nutrition Information

Serving 1piece Calories 103kcal (5%) Carbohydrates 50g (17%) Protein 1g (2%) Fat 2g (3%) Saturated Fat 1g (5%) Sodium 43mg (2%) Potassium 17mg (0%) Fiber 1g (4%) Sugar 19g (38%) Vitamin C 1mg (1%) Calcium 79mg (8%) Iron 2mg (11%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 48pieces

Amount Per Serving

Calories 103

% Daily Value*

Serving 1piece
Calories 103kcal 5%
Carbohydrates 50g 17%
Protein 1g 2%
Fat 2g 3%
Saturated Fat 1g 5%
Sodium 43mg 2%
Potassium 17mg 0%
Fiber 1g 4%
Sugar 19g 38%
Vitamin C 1mg 1%
Calcium 79mg 8%
Iron 2mg 11%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.