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Old-Fashioned Divinity Candy Recipe

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  • Author: Harper
  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: 20 servings 1x

Description

This Old-Fashioned Divinity Candy recipe yields light, fluffy, and sweet meringue-like candies studded with crunchy pecans. Perfect for holiday treats or anytime you crave a classic Southern confection, this recipe uses simple ingredients like sugar, corn syrup, egg whites, and vanilla cooked to the hard-ball stage for the ideal texture.

Ingredients

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Ingredients

  • 2 cups white sugar
  • ½ cup light corn syrup
  • ½ cup water
  • 2 egg whites (room temperature)
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 cup chopped pecans
  • Pinch of salt

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Pan: Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and set it aside before starting the candy process to ensure easy removal and cleanup.
  2. Heat Sugar Mixture: In a saucepan, combine the white sugar, light corn syrup, and water. Cook over medium heat, stirring until the sugar fully dissolves.
  3. Check Temperature: Attach a candy thermometer to the saucepan and continue cooking the sugar mixture until it reaches 250°F, known as the hard-ball stage.
  4. Beat Egg Whites: While the syrup is heating, beat the room temperature egg whites with a pinch of salt in a clean bowl until stiff, glossy peaks form.
  5. Add Syrup Slowly: Gradually pour the hot syrup into the beaten egg whites while mixing at low speed to prevent splashing and ensure even incorporation.
  6. Increase Mixing Speed: Once all syrup is incorporated, increase the mixer speed to high and continue beating until the mixture thickens and holds its shape firmly.
  7. Add Flavor and Nuts: Gently fold in the vanilla extract and chopped pecans carefully to keep the mixture light and airy.
  8. Shape the Candy: Using a spoon, drop spoonfuls of the candy mixture onto the prepared parchment paper. Allow the candies to set at room temperature until firm, usually about 30 minutes.

Notes

  • Make sure the egg whites are at room temperature for better volume when beaten.
  • Using a candy thermometer is essential to reach the correct syrup temperature for perfect texture.
  • Be careful when pouring hot syrup into the egg whites to avoid burns or splashing.
  • Let the divinity candies set in a cool, dry place as humidity can affect the texture.
  • Store candies in an airtight container to keep them fresh and crisp.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes
  • Category: Candy
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Southern American

Keywords: Divinity Candy, Old-Fashioned Candy, Meringue Candy, Pecan Candy, Homemade Candy, Southern Candy Recipe

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