Microwave Divine Divinity

Prep: 10 min Cook: 11 min Serves: 6 Cuisine: American

A rich, sweet, and fluffy candy with nutty crunch, perfect for holiday treats or gifting, combining vanilla and optional walnuts for added flavor and texture.

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Ingredients

  • 2 cups granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup light corn syrup
  • 1/3 cup water
  • 1/8 teaspoon salt
  • 2 egg whites
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla
  • 1 1/2 cups chopped walnuts (optional)

Instructions

  1. In a 2-quart glass measuring cup with handle, combine sugar, corn syrup, water, and salt.
  2. Microwave on High for 5 minutes.
  3. Stir until the sugar dissolves.
  4. Cook on High for an additional 6 minutes.
  5. In a large mixer bowl, beat egg whites until stiff peaks form.
  6. While beating at low speed, slowly pour the hot syrup into the egg whites.
  7. Continue beating until the mixture loses its gloss, about 10 to 12 minutes.
  8. Blend in vanilla and nuts, if desired.
  9. Quickly press the candy mixture into a buttered 9-inch square dish.
  10. Let stand until firm.

Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)

425 kcal 21% DV
Protein Fat Carbs

Macronutrients

Protein 24.6g 49% DV
Total Fat 16.4g 21% DV
Carbs 33.5g 12% DV
Fiber 2.8g 10% DV
Sugar 24.1g 48% DV

Electrolytes

Sodium 10015.5mg 100% DV
Potassium 492.3mg 10% DV

Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamin A 0.3mcg
Vitamin C 9.4mg 10% DV
Calcium 57.3mg 4% DV
Iron 1mg 6% DV

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

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