Grandma'S Divinity

Prep: 20 min Cook: 15 min Serves: 12 Cuisine: American

Grandma's Divinity is a classic, fluffy, and sweet meringue candy with a hint of vanilla and crunchy pecans, perfect for holiday treats or special occasions.

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Ingredients

  • 2 1/2 cups sugar
  • 1/2 cup Karo syrup
  • 1/2 cup water
  • 2 egg whites

Instructions

  1. Cook sugar, Karo syrup, and water to 260°F (hard ball stage).
  2. Beat egg whites until stiff peaks form.
  3. Pour the hot sugar syrup into the beaten egg whites in a slow, steady stream.
  4. Add vanilla extract and beat until the mixture loses its shine, about 5 to 10 minutes.
  5. Finish by hand, fold in chopped pecans, then drop spoonfuls onto waxed paper to cool.

Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)

191 kcal 10% DV
Protein Fat Carbs

Macronutrients

Protein 20.8g 42% DV
Total Fat 0.1g
Carbs 11g 4% DV
Fiber 1.1g 4% DV
Sugar 4.5g 9% DV

Electrolytes

Sodium 325mg 14% DV
Potassium 380mg 8% DV

Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamin C 9.1mg 10% DV
Calcium 26.8mg 2% DV
Iron 0.2mg 1% DV

* % Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet (FDA 2020).

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