Description
This Easy Divinity Candy Recipe delivers a light and fluffy classic candy that melts in your mouth. With simple ingredients and step-by-step instructions, you’ll have a delightful treat perfect for gifting, holiday celebrations, or satisfying your sweet tooth.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- ½ cup light corn syrup
- ½ cup water
- 2 egg whites
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Optional: Chopped nuts or candied fruit
Instructions
- In a saucepan, combine sugar, corn syrup, and water. Heat over medium, stirring until sugar dissolves.
- Boil without stirring until the mixture reaches 260°F (hard-ball stage).
- In a stand mixer, beat egg whites until stiff peaks form.
- Slowly pour the hot syrup into the egg whites while mixing on medium speed.
- Add vanilla extract and continue beating until the candy loses its gloss and holds its shape.
- Drop spoonfuls onto wax paper and top with nuts or fruit if desired. Allow to cool completely.
Notes
- Make sure the kitchen is free of excess humidity for best results.
- Work quickly during shaping as the mixture sets fast.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Calories: 90
- Sugar: 21g
- Sodium: 5mg
- Fat: 0.5g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Protein: 0.5g