Mom's Classic Divinity Recipe

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    Mom's Classic Divinity Recipe

    Based on a recipe from Betty Crocker's 1950 cookbook, this version of the easy candy recipe is one we've been making for years. With just a few simple ingredients you can create one of the most heavenly treats you'll ever taste. Just follow along with Mom's Classic Divinity Recipe! It's sweet and positively addictive, great for bringing along to parties or serving at family gatherings. Don't miss out on this classic candy recipe. It's a winner in our book!

    Cooking MethodNo Bake

    Ingredients

    • 2 1/2 cups sugar
    • 1/2 cup light corn syrup
    • 1/2 cup water
    • 1/4 teaspoon salt
    • 2 egg whites
    • 1 teaspoon vanilla
    • 1/2 cup nuts, finely chopped

    Instructions

    1. Cook sugar, corn syrup, water and salt on stovetop to 248 degrees F. Cover and boil for 3 minutes. Uncover and place thermometer in pan.
       
    2. Beat egg whites until stiff but not dry. When syrup is 248 degrees F slowly pour about 1/2 of the syrup over the egg whites, beating constantly with the mixer.
       
    3. Cook remaining syrup to 272 degrees F. Pour the remaining syrup over the candy very slowly, beating constantly. Beat until mixture begins to lose its gloss and soft peaks form.
       
    4. Mix in vanilla and nuts. Drop by teaspoonfuls on waxed paper.

     

     

     

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