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Homemade divinity fudge with a light, fluffy white texture, topped with chopped pecans and served as bite-sized holiday candy.

Divinity – Cloud-Soft, Sweet, and Pure Holiday Magic

Cloud-Soft, Sweet, and Pure Holiday Magic Description Classic homemade divinity—light, glossy, melt-in-your-mouth candy made from sugar syrup beaten into egg whites and studded with pecans. A nostalgic holiday favorite perfect for gifting and sharing.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 13 minutes
2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 33 minutes
Servings: 30 pieces
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups sugar
  • ½ cup white corn syrup
  • ½ cup water
  • 2 large egg whites
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 cup chopped pecans

Equipment

  • Heavy saucepan, candy thermometer, stand or hand mixer, parchment or wax paper

Method
 

  1. Line a baking sheet with wax paper or parchment.
  2. In a heavy saucepan, combine sugar, corn syrup, and water. Stir over medium heat until sugar dissolves, then boil without stirring until the syrup reaches 260°F (hard-ball stage).
  3. While the syrup cooks, beat egg whites to stiff, glossy peaks.
  4. With the mixer running, slowly pour the hot syrup into the egg whites in a thin stream. Continue beating until the mixture loses its gloss and holds its shape (5–8 minutes).
  5. Quickly fold in vanilla and chopped pecans.
  6. Drop spoonfuls onto the prepared paper and let set until firm, about 2 hours.
  7. Store in an airtight container with wax paper between layers.

Notes

Use a candy thermometer for accuracy. Choose a dry day if possible—humidity affects setting. Beat until the mixture truly loses gloss and holds shape. Work quickly when dropping. Toast pecans for best flavor. Store airtight at room temperature up to 2 weeks. Excellent for holiday gifting.