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5 from 6 votes

Light and Fluffy Divinity Candy

Divinity candy is a light and fluffy Southern confection that is a staple for holiday candy desserts and with loads of pecan pieces, a very common confection in the south.
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time30 minutes
Additional Time1 day
Total Time1 day 40 minutes
Course: Dessert Recipes
Cuisine: Southern
Servings: 24
Calories: 167kcal
Author: Trisha Haas - Salty Side Dish

Ingredients

  • 2-1/4 cups white sugar
  • 1/2 cup light corn syrup
  • 1/2 cup water
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 2 egg whites
  • 1/2 cup chopped pecans or walnuts
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla

Instructions

  • How to make Divinity Candy 
  • Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and set aside.
  • *While the mixture below is cooking, beat egg whites until stiff peaks form, about 2-3 minutes.
  • Add sugar, corn syrup, water and salt to a large saucepan and heat on medium heat for 8-10 minutes until a candy thermometer reaches 260 degrees.
  • Remove from heat and slowly stream into egg white mixture while mixer is beating on high speed.
  • It will take 2-3 minutes to pour the cand
  • y into the egg whites.
  • Continue to beat on high for 6 minutes or until mixture holds shape.
  • Fold in chopped nuts and vanilla and mix well.
  • Butter two spoons and drop rounded tablespoons of candy onto prepared parchment sheet.
  • Let divinity candy set, overnight until dry. Store in an airtight container.
  • Makes 20-24 candies.

Notes

Can you freeze Divinity Candy? This candy is made of sugar and egg whites, so its very susceptible to breakage. While you COULD freeze it, I do not recommend it. 
How long can you Store Divinity Candy? Typically, if kept dry, 1-2 weeks. 
My divinity is not Setting: If its too hot or humid, its difficult for the egg whites to dry and set. 
Additional Divinity Tips that may help you while cooking
  1. You need to use a large saucepan because at about 225 degrees the mixture begins to triple in size as it boils and bubbles up and can boil over!
  2. You need a candy thermometer because it will take a bit to come to 260 degrees.
  3. I let mine set overnight, but if made in winter, can usually let it set for 4-6 hours to harden.
  4. This takes about 20-25 minutes to make and then time to harden.
  5. Note on shape: This is a recipe that you have to make over and over again and then you'll perfect the dollop. I am not that great at making a perfect dollup! 

Nutrition

Serving: 1 | Calories: 167kcal | Carbohydrates: 39g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Sodium: 32mg | Sugar: 39g