Not only is this the best-tasting divinity recipe I've ever made, it's the easiest! Try it with and without the pecans. —LaDonna Reed, Ponca City, Oklahoma
Place egg whites in the bowl of a heavy-duty stand mixer; let stand at room temperature for 30 minutes.
In a microwave-safe 2-qt. bowl, combine the sugar, water, corn syrup and salt. Microwave, uncovered, on high for 4 minutes; stir until sugar is dissolved. Cook 6-8 minutes longer or until a candy thermometer reads 260°(hard-ball stage), stirring every 2 minutes. Just before the temperature is reached, beat egg whites on medium speed until stiff peaks form.
With mixer running on high speed, carefully pour hot syrup in a slow, steady stream into the bowl. Beat just until candy loses its gloss and holds its shape, 15-20 minutes. Immediately stir in pecans and vanilla. (Do not overmix, or candy will get stiff and crumbly.)
Working quickly, drop by tablespoonfuls onto waxed paper. Let stand at room temperature overnight or until dry to the touch. Store in an airtight container at room temperature.
Editor’s Note: We recommend that you test your candy thermometer before each use by bringing water to a boil; the thermometer should read 212°. Adjust your recipe temperature up or down based on your test.
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robryan
Feb 11, 2021
My first batch I over mixed because it was crumbly. My second batch turned out perfectly..but I learned two things:
Watch your candy thermometer! Don't be impatient and get the liquid to 260 degrees Fahrenheit.
The second step, I disagree with the recipe. When doing the final mixing, the directions say to mix until no longer glossy. I did that with my first batch and it went from non-glossy to too dry. So, instead, I kept checking for the mixture's ability to hold shape.. that worked. My Divinity was slightly shiny but delicious and creamy!!!
I did opt to put pecans into my candy.
Ellie
Dec 22, 2018
Worse divinity I have ever tasted. Hard as a rock and no flavor. DO NOT RECOMMEND!
auntiem71
Dec 24, 2017
Followed directions to a tee but it took forever for the syrup to reach hard ball stage. I had to use a hand mixer and the candy never lost its gloss. I added meringue powder and powered sugar to get it to set up. I have to say though, it tastes good.
Penny
Dec 13, 2017
Finally found a easy and great recipe for divinty.
Bkrbill
Dec 15, 2015
Excellent divinity. You're microwave's power is different though and you have to experiment with the time
GaryBarbara
Dec 14, 2015
Visit I ruined all the ingredients as my mixer only took less than 4 minutes to overmix. No way was it 15-20 minutes.
Morgnzmom
Dec 10, 2015
Best divinity recipe ever! You must follow directions exactly as stated. I have always struggled with making divinity and had many fails. Not this time! Will definitely make again!!
MrBerry59
Dec 12, 2014
Delicious!
efwynne
Dec 31, 2013
This was my first time making divinity..the recipe was easy to follow but I was a little slow on the last step..adding the pecans and the vanilla. Even after that mistake it still came out wonderful!!
Mrs. Deborah Ann Meeks
Dec 10, 2012
Love divinity!! Especially when I don't have to use a thermometer or any ball stages.
Reviews
My first batch I over mixed because it was crumbly. My second batch turned out perfectly..but I learned two things: Watch your candy thermometer! Don't be impatient and get the liquid to 260 degrees Fahrenheit. The second step, I disagree with the recipe. When doing the final mixing, the directions say to mix until no longer glossy. I did that with my first batch and it went from non-glossy to too dry. So, instead, I kept checking for the mixture's ability to hold shape.. that worked. My Divinity was slightly shiny but delicious and creamy!!! I did opt to put pecans into my candy.
Worse divinity I have ever tasted. Hard as a rock and no flavor. DO NOT RECOMMEND!
Followed directions to a tee but it took forever for the syrup to reach hard ball stage. I had to use a hand mixer and the candy never lost its gloss. I added meringue powder and powered sugar to get it to set up. I have to say though, it tastes good.
Finally found a easy and great recipe for divinty.
Excellent divinity. You're microwave's power is different though and you have to experiment with the time
Visit I ruined all the ingredients as my mixer only took less than 4 minutes to overmix. No way was it 15-20 minutes.
Best divinity recipe ever! You must follow directions exactly as stated. I have always struggled with making divinity and had many fails. Not this time! Will definitely make again!!
Delicious!
This was my first time making divinity..the recipe was easy to follow but I was a little slow on the last step..adding the pecans and the vanilla. Even after that mistake it still came out wonderful!!
Love divinity!! Especially when I don't have to use a thermometer or any ball stages.