Bill's Divinity

Bill's Divinity
  • PREP TIME
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  • COOK TIME
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  • TOTAL TIME
    0 mins
  • SERVING
    4 People
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A cloud of sugary perfection, this classic Divinity recipe yields a light, airy candy that melts in your mouth. A delightful treat for any occasion, its ethereal sweetness is simply irresistible.

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Nutrition

  • Carbohydrate
    157 g
  • Protein
    2 g
  • Sodium
    200 mg
  • Sugar
    136 g
  • Unsaturated Fat
    0 g

DIRECTIONS

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01 Step

Recipe View In a medium, heavy-bottomed saucepan, combine the sugar, corn syrup, salt, and water. Stir gently until the sugar is dissolved. (2 minutes)

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02 Step

Recipe View Attach a candy thermometer to the side of the pan, ensuring it doesn't touch the bottom. Cook over medium heat, without stirring, until the mixture reaches the hard-ball stage (260°F or 125°C). (15-20 minutes)

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03 Step

Recipe View While the syrup is cooking, in a large, clean bowl, beat the egg whites with an electric mixer until stiff, glossy peaks form. (5-7 minutes)

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04 Step

Recipe View Once the syrup reaches 260°F (125°C), immediately remove it from the heat. With the mixer running on high speed, slowly and steadily pour the hot syrup into the beaten egg whites in a thin stream, being careful to avoid splashing. (2 minutes)

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05 Step

Recipe View Continue to beat the mixture on high speed until it thickens and begins to lose its gloss, holding its shape softly. This may take 4-5 minutes.

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06 Step

Recipe View Stir in the vanilla extract. (1 minute)

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07 Step

Recipe View Quickly drop spoonfuls of the Divinity onto wax paper or parchment paper. Allow to cool completely until set. (30 minutes)

For best results, use a candy thermometer to ensure accurate temperature readings.
Room temperature egg whites will whip to a greater volume.
Be careful when pouring the hot syrup, as it can cause burns.
If the Divinity doesn't set properly, it may be due to undercooking the syrup. You can try re-beating it or using it as a frosting.

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RECIPE REVIEWS

Avarage Rating: 4.2/ 5 ( 53 Ratings)
Total Reviews: (4)
  • Talia Pfannerstill

    Great recipe! I added some chopped pecans and it was even more delicious.

  • Rossie Champlin

    This recipe was so easy to follow, and the Divinity turned out perfectly!

  • Aletha Conn

    My grandmother used to make Divinity, and this recipe brought back so many memories. Thank you for sharing!

  • Dane Baumbach

    I've always been intimidated by candy making, but this recipe made it seem doable. It was a hit at our holiday party!

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