This sweet, chewy nougat adds a pretty holiday blush to yuletide gatherings. It takes a little extra effort to make, but candy this festive is worth it!
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Desserts
Time 1h15m
Yield 2-1/2 pounds.
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Line a 9-in. square pan with foil; grease foil with 1 teaspoon butter and set aside. In a small heavy saucepan, combine 1 cup sugar, 2/3 cup corn syrup and water. Bring to a boil over medium heat, stirring constantly. Reduce heat to medium-low. Cook, without stirring, until a candy thermometer reads 250°-266° (hard-ball stage)., Meanwhile, beat egg whites in a heat-proof large bowl until stiff peaks form. With mixer running on high speed, carefully add hot syrup in a slow steady stream, beating constantly at high speed until thickened; cover and set aside., In a large heavy saucepan, combine remaining sugar and corn syrup. Bring to a boil over medium heat, stirring constantly. Reduce heat to medium-low; cook, without stirring, until a candy thermometer reads 275° (soft-crack stage). , Meanwhile, melt remaining butter. Pour hot syrup into reserved egg white mixture; stir with a wooden spoon. Stir in the walnuts, vanilla and melted butter., Pour half of nougat mixture into prepared pan; press evenly. Sprinkle with chocolate chips. Tint remaining nougat mixture with red and/or green food coloring if desired; spread over chocolate chips. Press down evenly with buttered fingers. Let stand for several hours until set. , Using a knife coated with cooking spray, cut nougat into 1-in. squares. Wrap in plastic or waxed paper if desired. Store at room temperature.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 86 calories, Fat 3g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 2mg cholesterol, Sodium 17mg sodium, Carbohydrate 15g carbohydrate (12g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 1g protein.
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Lucy mithika
[email protected]I can't wait to try this recipe!
Pranik Bk
[email protected]This nougat would be perfect for a holiday party!
Bryan Smith
[email protected]I'm not sure what I did wrong, but my nougat turned out too hard. I think I might have cooked it for too long.
Anthony Rivera
[email protected]This is the best nougat recipe I've ever tried. It's so easy to make and the results are amazing.
muncho
[email protected]This nougat is so good, I could eat it every day!
Nancy Mofokeng
[email protected]I would have liked the nougat to be a bit chewier, but it was still very good.
Mackenna Wells
[email protected]This recipe was a hit at my party! Everyone loved the nougat and asked for the recipe.
George Socatsi
[email protected]The nougat was a bit crumbly, but the flavor was good.
Fazila Bhemat
[email protected]A bit too sweet for my taste, but overall a good recipe.
Shall Akbar Samoo
[email protected]I love nougat, and this recipe did not disappoint! The nougat was perfectly chewy and the chocolate chips added a nice crunch. I will definitely be making this again.
I'M Anwar
[email protected]This was my first time making nougat, and I was pleasantly surprised at how well it turned out. The recipe was clear and concise, and the nougat was delicious.
Tahir Malghani
[email protected]I'm not much of a baker, but this recipe was easy to follow and turned out great! The nougat was smooth and chewy, and the chocolate chips added a nice touch of sweetness.
Kaylee Wylie
[email protected]This chocolate chip nougat was a delightful indulgence! The combination of creamy nougat, rich chocolate chips, and crunchy nuts created a heavenly treat that satisfied my sweet tooth perfectly.