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Easy Homemade Divinity Candy

Easy Homemade Divinity Candy
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Easy Homemade Divinity Candy is a classic Southern confection that combines simple pantry staples into a fluffy, airy candy with a delightfully crunchy sugar shell. Perfect for holidays, gifts, or a sweet indulgence, this recipe is straightforward and beginner-friendly, yielding a creamy, melt-in-your-mouth treat that can be customized with nuts or flavors.

Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

  • 2 cups granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup light corn syrup
  • 1/2 cup cold water
  • 2 large egg whites
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/2 cup chopped pecans or walnuts (optional)

Instructions

  1. Prepare Your Materials: Lightly grease a baking sheet or line it with parchment paper to prevent sticking. Have your candy thermometer and mixing bowls ready before you begin.
  2. Cook the Sugar Syrup: In a heavy saucepan, combine granulated sugar, corn syrup, and cold water. Stir gently over medium heat, bringing the mixture to a boil. Do not stir once boiling starts. Using a candy thermometer, cook the syrup until it reaches the soft-ball stage (245°F to 250°F / 118°C to 121°C).
  3. Beat the Egg Whites: While the syrup cooks, beat the egg whites in a clean, dry bowl until stiff peaks form, creating the fluffy base for the candy.
  4. Combine Syrup and Egg Whites: Slowly and carefully pour the hot sugar syrup into the whipped egg whites while beating continuously on low speed to incorporate the syrup smoothly without cooking the eggs.
  5. Add Flavorings and Nuts: When the mixture thickens and loses its gloss, stir in the vanilla extract and the chopped nuts if using, allowing the candy to develop flavor and texture.
  6. Drop and Cool: Using a spoon, drop dollops of the divinity mixture onto the prepared baking sheet. Let the candies cool completely until firm before storing or serving.

Notes

  • Use a reliable candy thermometer to reach the exact soft-ball stage to avoid a grainy texture.
  • Egg whites should be at room temperature for best volume and stability.
  • Pour syrup slowly to prevent scrambling the egg whites and maximize fluffiness.
  • Avoid making divinity on humid days, as moisture can prevent it from setting properly.
  • Use fresh egg whites and quality vanilla extract for best flavor.

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