Simple Divinity Candy No Corn Syrup
A fluffy, nostalgic candy made without corn syrup. Just sugar, egg whites, and love!
Equipment
- - Candy thermometer
- Hand or stand mixer
- Mixing bowls
- Saucepan
- - Wax or parchment paper
Ingredients
- - 1.5 cups white sugar
- - 1.5 cups packed light brown sugar
- - ¾ cup water
- - 2 large egg whites room temp
- - 1 tsp vanilla extract
- - Optional: pinch of sea salt
Instructions
- In a saucepan, combine sugars and water. Stir until dissolved.
- Bring to boil without stirring. Cook to 255–260°F (hard-ball stage).
- While boiling, beat egg whites to stiff peaks. Add vanilla.
- Slowly stream hot syrup into egg whites while mixing on medium-high.
- Beat until thick, matte, and holds its shape (5–10 mins).
- Drop spoonfuls onto wax paper. Let cool and set fully.
Notes
Avoid humidity and make sure all tools are grease-free for best results.