Divinity for Newbies

1. 1

   Stir the first four ingredients together in a saucepan over low heat until the sugar is dissolved.

2. 2

   Set timer for 20 minutes (this is so you will know when to begin mixing the egg whites).

3. 3

   Boil without stirring to 265 degrees on a candy thermometer or until a little mixture that is dropped in cold water forms a hard, almost brittle ball.

4. 4

   (Expect this to typically take about 25 minutes.

5. 5

   ).

6. 6

   When timer goes off and while your sugar mixture has not yet reached 265 degrees, beat your egg whites until they form stiff peaks - typically 5-8 minutes on a setting of 4 on a Kitchenaid mixer.

7. 7

   Remove syrup from heat once it has reached 265 and **slowly** pour over stiffly beaten egg whites while beating with a mixer.

8. 8

   Continue mixing until mixture loses its gloss and a small amount that is dropped from a spoon holds its shape.

9. 9

   Specifically, this takes me about 10-15 minutes on level 4 on my kitchenaid mixer.

10. 10

    Fold in vanilla.

11. 11

    Drop by spoonfuls onto waxed paper to cool.

12. 12

    Store in sealed container - they will go stale if left out!

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

No additional tips available.