Description
Sweet memories of childhood melt into this homemade jelly nougat candy, blending nostalgic flavors with delightful textures. Crafted with simple ingredients and love, you’ll savor each delectable bite of this classic confection that brings joy to any gathering.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 2 cups (480 milliliters) sugar
- 2 egg whites
- 1/2 cup (120 milliliters) chopped nuts
- 1/2 cup (120 milliliters) chopped dried fruit
Liquid Ingredients:
- 1/2 cup (120 milliliters) light corn syrup
- 1/2 cup (120 milliliters) water
- 1 teaspoon (5 milliliters) vanilla extract
Seasoning Ingredients:
- 1/4 teaspoon (1.25 milliliters) salt
- Powdered sugar (for dusting)
Instructions
- Prepare a heat-resistant mixing bowl and place it near the stovetop for efficient candy making.
- Combine sugar, corn syrup, water, and salt in a heavy-bottomed saucepan, stirring gently to integrate ingredients before heating.
- Heat the mixture over medium flame, monitoring temperature carefully with a candy thermometer until it reaches precisely 280°F, which indicates the soft-crack stage.
- While sugar syrup heats, vigorously whip egg whites in a separate clean bowl until they form distinct, glossy peaks that hold their shape.
- Gradually stream the scorching sugar syrup into whipped egg whites, maintaining continuous mixer motion to prevent crystallization and ensure smooth incorporation.
- Introduce vanilla extract, creating a fragrant base, then fold in chopped nuts and dried fruit, distributing ingredients evenly throughout the nougat mixture.
- Transfer the glossy confection into a pre-greased pan, using a spatula to spread evenly and eliminate air pockets.
- Allow the nougat to cool completely at room temperature for approximately 2-3 hours until it sets and firms.
- Once fully cooled, slice into uniform square pieces using a sharp knife dipped in hot water for clean cuts.
- Dust the nougat squares with a delicate layer of powdered sugar, creating an elegant finish.
Notes
- Select a reliable candy thermometer to accurately measure the sugar syrup temperature for consistent results.
- Toast nuts before adding to enhance their natural flavor and provide a deeper, richer taste profile.
- Use parchment paper instead of greasing the pan for easier removal and cleaner cutting of nougat squares.
- Customize the recipe by swapping dried fruits or nuts to create unique flavor combinations that suit personal preferences.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Snacks, Desserts
- Method: Boiling
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 24
- Calories: 111 kcal
- Sugar: 17 g
- Sodium: 5 mg
- Fat: 2 g
- Saturated Fat: 0.2 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1.8 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 23 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 2 g
- Cholesterol: 10 mg