Easy Homemade Divinity Candy

A classic Southern confection, this divinity candy is light, airy, and nutty. Made with sugar, corn syrup, and toasted pecans, it is perfect for any sweet tooth.

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% Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet

Step 1

Cook first 4 ingredients in a heavy 2-quart saucepan over low heat until sugar dissolves and a candy thermometer registers 248° (about 15 minutes). Remove syrup mixture from heat.

Step 2

Beat egg whites at high speed with an electric mixer until stiff peaks form. Pour half of hot syrup in a thin stream over egg whites, beating constantly at high speed, about 5 minutes.

Step 3

Cook remaining half of syrup over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until a candy thermometer registers 272° (about 4 to 5 minutes).

Step 4

Slowly pour hot syrup and vanilla extract over egg white mixture, beating constantly at high speed until mixture holds its shape (about 6 to 8 minutes).

Step 5

Stir in 1 cup chopped pecans.