Torrones – a Christmas Time Nougat Candy
Servings
Prep Time
12
15
minutes
Cook Time
5
minutes
Servings
Prep Time
12
15
minutes
Cook Time
5
minutes
Ingredients
2 2
cups
⁄3superfine sugar
2
cup
⁄3light corn syrup
1
cup
⁄2water
2
egg whites
at room temperature
2
teaspoons
vanilla extract
1
teaspoon
almond extract
1
teaspoon
orange extract
optional
1
cup
⁄2candied fruit
optional
candied fruit
garnish (optional)
1
cup
Sliced almonds
Instructions
Combine sugar, corn syrup and water in saucepan.
Cook over medium heat until candy thermometer registers at 260°F.
In an electric mixer, beat egg whites to form stiff peaks.
When sugar reaches 260°F pour slowly in a thin stream into egg whites, while mixer is running.
Add extracts and beat on medium speed for 13 minutes; then fold in candied fruit, if using, and mix for another 2 minutes.
Now fold in 1/2 cup sliced almonds.
Pour mixture in buttered and lightly dusted floured 9″ pan.
Top with remaining almonds.
Let sit overnight and then cut into pieces.
Serve on a “festive” decorated plate.