Description
A delightful soft white nougat with nuts, perfect for holiday gifting or personal enjoyment.
Ingredients
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1 cup honey
1 cup granulated sugar
2 large egg whites
1 cup toasted almonds
Optional: Dark chocolate for dipping
1 tsp vanilla extract
A pinch of salt
Instructions
- Prepare Your Ingredients: Measure out all ingredients and have them ready to go.
- Toast the Nuts: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C), toast the almonds for 8-10 minutes, then chop coarsely.
- Create the Sugar Syrup: Combine honey and sugar in a saucepan, cook until it reaches 240°F.
- Whip the Egg Whites: Beat egg whites until stiff peaks form.
- Combine the Mixtures: Gradually mix hot syrup into whipped egg whites and beat until shiny.
- Fold in Nuts and Flavorings: Gently mix in toasted almonds and vanilla extract.
- Set the Nougat: Pour into a parchment-lined baking dish, cool for at least 4 hours.
- Cut and Serve: Lift from dish, cut into squares, and dip in melted chocolate if desired.
Notes
Store in an airtight container for up to two weeks. Make sure to use a candy thermometer for perfect texture.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece
- Calories: 100
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 5mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: torrone, nougat, traditional Italian dessert, homemade candy, holiday treats
