Best 5 Angel Food Candy Recipes
Angel food candy, also known as peanut butter divinity, is a delectable confection that is both light and airy, just like its namesake. With a few simple ingredients and a bit of patience, you can create this melt-in-your-mouth treat that is perfect for any occasion. From choosing the right ingredients to mastering the technique, this article will guide you through the steps of making angel food candy, ensuring that you achieve that perfect balance of sweetness, texture, and flavor.
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ANGEL FOOD CANDY
Sugar and dark corn syrup are cooked with vinegar and tempered with baking soda to make a crunchy candy that gets covered in a chocolate coating.
Provided by Debbie
Categories Desserts Candy Recipes Chocolate Candy Recipes
Time 1h15m
Yield 30
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Butter a 9x13 inch baking dish.
- In a medium saucepan over medium heat, combine sugar, corn syrup and vinegar. Cook, stirring, until sugar dissolves. Heat, without stirring, to 300 to 310 degrees F (149 to 154 degrees C), or until a small amount of syrup dropped into cold water forms hard, brittle threads.
- Remove from heat and stir in baking soda. Pour into prepared pan; do not spread. (Mixture will not fill pan.) Allow to cool completely.
- In the microwave or over a double boiler, melt coating chocolate, stirring frequently until smooth. Break cooled candy into bite-sized pieces and dip into melted candy coating. Let set on waxed paper. Store tightly covered.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 129.4 calories, Carbohydrate 22.2 g, Fat 6 g, Fiber 0.5 g, Protein 1.2 g, SaturatedFat 3.4 g, Sodium 134.9 mg, Sugar 9.9 g
ANGEL FOOD CHRISTMAS CANDY
It was my dad who inspired me to first try making this candy. He remembered it from when he was a boy. The ultimate compliment was when he told me my version tasted even better! My husband is a driver with a parcel service, so he works long hours around the holidays-which gives me time to make treats! -Shelly Matthys, New Richmond, Wisconsin
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Desserts
Time 45m
Yield 1-1/2 pounds (12 servings).
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- In a heavy saucepan, combine the sugar, corn syrup and vinegar. Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until sugar dissolves. Cook without stirring until the temperature reaches 300° (hard-crack stage) on a candy thermometer. Do not overcook. , Remove from the heat and quickly stir in baking soda. Pour into a buttered 13x9-in. pan. Do not spread candy; mixture will not fill pan. , When mixture is cool, break into bite-sized pieces. Dip into melted chocolate; place on waxed paper until the chocolate is firm. Store candy in an airtight container.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 337 calories, Fat 11g fat (10g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 356mg sodium, Carbohydrate 63g carbohydrate (61g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 1g protein.
CHOCOLATE ANGEL FOOD CANDY
If you love angel food cake, you are going to love this candy. The taste is irresistible. -Geralyn Emmerich, Hubertus, Wisconsin
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Desserts
Time 40m
Yield about 1-1/4 pounds.
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Line a 9-in. square pan with foil and grease foil with butter; set aside. In a large heavy saucepan, combine sugar, corn syrup and vinegar. Cook and stir over medium heat until sugar is dissolved. Bring to a boil. Cook, without stirring, until a candy thermometer reads 300° (hard-crack stage). , Remove from heat; stir in baking soda. Immediately pour into prepared pan; do not spread candy. Cool. Using foil, lift candy out of pan. Gently peel off foil; break candy into pieces., In a microwave, melt dark chocolate coating and 1/2 teaspoon shortening; stir until smooth. Dip half the candies in the melted dark chocolate mixture, allowing excess to drip off. Place on waxed paper; let stand until set. Repeat with milk chocolate coating and remaining 1/2 teaspoon shortening and candies. Store in an airtight container.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 413 calories, Fat 14g fat (12g saturated fat), Cholesterol 1mg cholesterol, Sodium 431mg sodium, Carbohydrate 76g carbohydrate (57g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 1g protein.
ANGEL FOOD CANDY
Make and share this Angel Food Candy recipe from Food.com.
Provided by bcfdwife
Categories Candy
Time 50m
Yield 30 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Butter a 9x13 inch baking dish.
- In a medium saucepan over medium heat, combine sugar, corn syrup and vinegar. Cook, stirring, until sugar dissolves. Heat, without stirring, to 300 to 310 degrees F or until a small amount of syrup dropped into cold water forms hard, brittle threads.
- Remove from heat and stir in baking soda.
- Pour into prepared pan; do not spread. Mixture will not fill pan.
- Allow to cool completely.
- Melt morsels and shortening in medium, uncovered, microwave-safe bowl for 1 minute; stir. Microwave an additional 10 to 15 seconds, stirring until smooth.
- Break cooled candy into bite sized pieces and dip into melted chocolate. Let set on waxed paper. Store tightly covered.
SPONGE TOFFEE (ANGEL FOOD CANDY) RECIPE - (4.4/5)
Provided by á-153
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Butter a 9x13 inch baking dish. In a medium saucepan over medium heat, combine sugar, corn syrup and vinegar. Cook, stirring, until sugar dissolves. Heat, without stirring, to 300 to 310 degrees F (149 to 154 degrees C), or until a small amount of syrup dropped into cold water forms hard, brittle threads. Remove from heat and stir in baking soda. Pour into prepared pan; do not spread. Mixture will not fill pan. Allow to cool completely. In the microwave or over a double boiler, melt coating chocolate, stirring frequently until smooth. Break cooled candy into bite sized pieces and dip into melted candy coating. Let set on waxed paper. Store tightly covered.
Tips:
- Use a stand mixer fitted with the paddle attachment to cream the butter and sugar together until light and fluffy.
- Gradually beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the vanilla.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
- Pour the batter into a greased and floured 9x13 inch baking pan.
- Bake at 350 degrees F for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Let the cake cool completely before frosting.
- For the frosting, beat the butter and cream cheese together until smooth and creamy.
- Gradually beat in the powdered sugar until light and fluffy.
- Stir in the vanilla and spread the frosting over the cooled cake.
Conclusion:
Angel food cake is a delicious and versatile dessert that can be enjoyed on its own or with a variety of toppings. With its light and fluffy texture, it's perfect for any occasion. Whether you're a seasoned baker or a beginner, these tips and recipes will help you create a perfect angel food cake every time. So preheat your oven and get ready to whip up a batch of this heavenly treat!
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