Old Fashioned Divinity Candy Recipe

Instructions

1. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and set aside.

2. In a heavy-bottomed saucepan, combine the sugar, corn syrup, and water. Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until the sugar dissolves.

3. Insert a candy thermometer into the mixture and continue to cook without stirring until it reaches 260°F (hard-ball stage).

4. While the sugar mixture is cooking, beat the egg whites in a clean, grease-free bowl until stiff peaks form.

5. Once the sugar mixture reaches the desired temperature, remove it from the heat.

6. With the mixer running on low speed, slowly pour the hot sugar mixture into the beaten egg whites in a thin, steady stream. Be careful as the sugar mixture will be very hot.

7. Increase the mixer speed to high and continue to beat the mixture until it becomes thick, glossy, and holds its shape.

8. Add the vanilla extract and continue to beat for another minute until well combined.

9. If desired, gently fold in the chopped nuts at this point.

10. Using two spoons, drop spoonfuls of the divinity mixture onto the prepared baking sheet.

11. Allow the candies to cool and set at room temperature for at least 2 hours, or until firm.

12. Once set, store the divinity candies in an airtight container at room temperature.