This delightful and festive divinity fudge, with its snowy-white color and crunchy walnuts, is a perfect treat to share during the holidays. It captures the sweet spirit and rich tradition of festive gatherings, reminiscent of snowy landscapes during the holiday season.Â
Ingredients:
- 4 cups granulated sugar
- 1 cup light corn syrup
- 3/4 cup water
- 3 large egg whites, room temperature
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 1/2 cups chopped walnuts
- Food coloring (optional)
Instructions:
- Prepare:
- Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat. Set aside.
- Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat. Set aside.
- Create Hot Syrup:
- In a large heavy saucepan, combine the sugar, corn syrup and water. Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until the sugar dissolves. Attach a candy thermometer to the side of the saucepan. Continue cooking without stirring until the temperature reaches 260°F (hard-ball stage).
- In a large heavy saucepan, combine the sugar, corn syrup and water. Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until the sugar dissolves. Attach a candy thermometer to the side of the saucepan. Continue cooking without stirring until the temperature reaches 260°F (hard-ball stage).
- Beat Egg Whites into Peaks:
- While the sugar mixture is cooking, beat the egg whites and salt in a large bowl with an electric mixer on high speed until stiff peaks form.
- While the sugar mixture is cooking, beat the egg whites and salt in a large bowl with an electric mixer on high speed until stiff peaks form.
- Remove from Heat:
- Once the sugar mixture reaches 260°F, remove it from the heat.
- Once the sugar mixture reaches 260°F, remove it from the heat.
- Combine Ingredients:
- Slowly pour a thin stream of the hot syrup into the beaten egg whites, beating constantly on high speed.
- Continue beating until the mixture holds its shape and becomes slightly dull, about 5–7 minutes. The mixture should be thick enough to hold its shape when dropped from a spoon.
- Add Final Ingredients:
- Beat in the vanilla extract.
- Fold in the chopped walnuts.
- If desired, divide the mixture into separate bowls and add a few drops of food coloring to each. Stir until the color is evenly distributed.
- Divide into Spoonfuls:
- Quickly drop spoonfuls of the mixture onto the prepared baking sheet.
- Quickly drop spoonfuls of the mixture onto the prepared baking sheet.
- Cool and Store:
- Allow the divinity fudge to cool and set completely at room temperature.
- Store the divinity fudge in an airtight container. They often taste even better after a few days, as the flavors meld together.
These squares of delight are perfect for sharing with friends and family, and they make a delightful addition to your festive car picnic basket!