Peppermint Divinity - Candy - Holiday Dessert Recipes
Though it's often made with chopped nuts, our version of this classic Christmastime nougat is smooth, creamy, and sweetly peppermint.
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- Yields:
- 36
- Total Time:
- 2 hrs 25 mins
- Cal/Serv:
- 114
Ingredients
- 4 c. granulated sugar
- 1 c. light corn syrup
- 3 large egg whites
- 1 1/2 tsp. peppermint extract
- 6 drop red food coloring
Directions
- Step 1Oil a 9" by 9" pan and a spoon and set aside. Combine sugar and corn syrup in a medium saucepan with 3/4 cup water and cook over medium heat until mixture reaches 260 degrees on a candy thermometer, about 20 minutes.
- Step 2Beat egg whites to stiff peaks in a large bowl using an electric mixer set on medium-high speed. Reduce speed to medium and slowly pour sugar mixture into egg whites. Add peppermint and continue to beat until mixture is very thick and fluffy, about 12 minutes.
- Step 3Immediately transfer to prepared pan and smooth using back of oiled spoon. Dot divinity surface with red food coloring and drag a skewer through to create a marbled effect. Let stand at room temperature until firm, about 2 hours. Slice into 1-inch squares. Note: For a simple variation, drop dollops of divinity batter onto an oiled baking sheet, then top with chocolate kisses.
