Microwave No-Fail Divinity
A classic, airy confection made by whipping hot sugar syrup into stiffly beaten egg whites. This recipe uses a microwave to simplify the cooking process, resulting in a light, sweet, and melt-in-your-mouth candy that's perfect for holidays or special occasions.
Una recepta original de Forkin
- Temps total
- 2 h 25 min
- Racions
- 6
- Dificultat
- Difícil
- Per ració
- 410 kcal
Informació sobre al·lèrgens: pot contenir ous, fruita seca i fruits de closca. Si teniu al·lèrgies, comproveu sempre els envasos dels ingredients.
Preparació prèvia
Llista d’ingredients
- 2 tassagranulated sugar
- 0,5 tassalight corn syrup
- 0,33 tassawater
- 0,25 ctsalt
- 2 uegg white, from large eggs, at room temperature
- 1 ctvanilla extract
- 0,5 tassapecan, chopped(opcional)
Estris
microwave · large microwave-safe bowl · measuring cups · baking sheet · parchment paper · spatula · measuring spoons · stand mixer · candy thermometer
Elaboració
Pas a pas
- 1
Line two large baking sheets with parchment paper.
Uns 2 min
- 2
In a large, microwave-safe glass bowl, combine the granulated sugar, light corn syrup, water, and salt. Stir until the sugar is moistened.
Uns 2 min
Nota de cuina: Use a bowl at least 2 quarts (8 cups) in size, as the mixture will bubble up significantly during cooking.
- 3
Microwave the syrup mixture on high power for 5 minutes. Carefully remove the bowl and stir well.
Uns 5 min
- 4
Return the bowl to the microwave and cook for another 5 minutes on high. Stir again.
Uns 5 min
- 5
Continue cooking in 1-2 minute intervals, checking the temperature with a candy thermometer after each interval, until the syrup reaches 260°F (127°C), the hard-ball stage.
Uns 5 min
Nota de cuina: Be extremely careful as the syrup is dangerously hot. Total cooking time will vary from 12-18 minutes depending on your microwave's power.
- 6
While the syrup is in its final cooking phase, beat the egg whites in the bowl of a stand mixer on high speed until stiff peaks form.
Uns 3 min
Nota de cuina: For best results, make divinity on a dry, low-humidity day, as moisture in the air can prevent it from setting properly.
- 7
Turn the mixer to low speed. Very slowly and carefully, pour the hot syrup in a thin, steady stream down the side of the bowl into the beaten egg whites.
Uns 2 min
Nota de cuina: Avoid pouring the syrup directly onto the beaters, as this can cause it to splash or harden instantly.
- 8
Add the vanilla extract. Increase the mixer speed to high and continue to beat until the mixture becomes thick, loses its glossy sheen, and starts to hold its shape.
Uns 6 min
Nota de cuina: This can take 5-8 minutes. The candy is ready when a spoonful dropped back into the bowl holds its form.
- 9
Quickly fold in the chopped pecans, if using.
Uns 1 min
- 10
Working quickly before the candy sets, drop rounded teaspoonfuls onto the prepared parchment-lined baking sheets.
Uns 4 min
Nota de cuina: Use two spoons: one to scoop the mixture and the other to push it off onto the paper.
- 11
Let the divinity stand at room temperature for at least 2 hours, or until firm and dry to the touch.
Uns 2 h
Per ració
Nutrició
- Calories
- 410,1kcal
- Proteïnes
- 2,1g
- Hidrats de carboni
- 88,7g
- Greixos
- 7,3g
- Fibra
- 1g
- Sucre
- 87,6g
Estimació basada en les quantitats dels ingredients. Els valors poden variar segons les marques i les substitucions.
Conservació
Store in an airtight container at room temperature with parchment paper between layers.
Best enjoyed at room temperature.