Old-fashioned holiday divinity, made the old school way.
Not many people make divinity in the "old way" anymore and there's two primary reasons I believe.
- It can be temperamental to make, and
- It just takes practice to perfect.
Neither one of which anybody has much patience for these days.
Subsequently, most of us have turned to shortcut methods using the microwave, baking powder, packets of gelatin and marshmallow creme to easily stabilize things and not have to deal with the older, less convenient ways.
Those old-fashioned ways.
Not a thing wrong with that, except I do hate to see the death of the old methods.
Divinity, whether made the old fashioned way, or using a shortcut, should never be dry and brittle, or grainy and clumpy. It should be light, airy and with a creamy, soft bite.
Here's how to make my Old-Fashioned Holiday Divinity.
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FAQs
Divinity is a candy that is primarily made only around the Christmas holidays in the South. There are a number of reasons for that, the primary one being Southern weather, particularly in the Deep South where humidity rules the atmosphere most of the time. Humidity equals wet, and wet equals candy that often won't set.
What to do when divinity doesn't set up? ›
But if your divinity fails to harden, you can beat in two tablespoons of powdered sugar and allow the mixture to rest a few minutes; if the candy hardens too much, you can blend in hot water a tablespoon at a time until the perfect, fluffy consistency is reached.
What's the difference between nougat and divinity? ›
Nougat, on the other hand, is made from sugar, honey or glucose syrup, and egg whites, producing a chewy and dense texture. Divinity has a sweet and creamy flavor with hints of vanilla, while nougat offers a sweet and nutty taste.
How long does it take for divinity to set up? ›
Divinity should be dry and set within two hours, but have patience. It may take a little longer. If you would like to try correcting a thin divinity, beat in a little bit of powdered sugar at a time until the consistency is drier and thicker, before dropping onto sheets of waxed paper again to dry.
Is divinity candy safe to eat? ›
Dry meringue shells, which are baked in the oven, are safe. Divinity candy is also safe. Avoid icing recipes using uncooked eggs or egg whites.
Why is my divinity chewy? ›
Corn Syrup – This is added to stop the sugar from crystalizing giving you a very smooth, chewy texture that's not grainy. Sugar – White granulated sugar is the best for this recipe, avoid brown sugar or it'll affect both the taste and look of the divinity.
What if my divinity is too dry? ›
How To Handle Overly Dry Divinity. If you find that your Divinity candy has turned out too dry (left hand side of image above), work as quickly as possible to spoon the pieces out onto the parchment paper. Let the candy sit out just until it has cooled and then immediately transfer to an air tight container.
Why is my divinity grainy? ›
It's best to make divinity on a cool, dry day. If it's humid (over 50%) or rainy, the candy might end up with a more gooey, or grainy texture. If you're making candy on a hot or humid day, cook the candy a few degrees higher than the recipe specifies to overcome these undesired side effects.
Why is divinity original sin so good? ›
Not only does it have an impressive combat system and interesting quests, it features a reactive world that you can truly leave your mark on. Add in a winning sense of humour, well thought-out gameplay systems, and a charming aesthetic, and you're left with an RPG that would be a sin to miss.
What is the best way to store divinity candy? ›
Divinity candy should be stored, airtight, for up to 5 days. It's best not to expose your candy to humidity. If you want to store your candy long-term, you can keep it in an airtight container in the freezer for up to a month.
KitchenAid recommends using the wire whip for making divinity candy.
What is the shelf life of divinity? ›
Product Care and Storage
| Product | Shelf Life |
|---|
| Divinity Rounds | 2 weeks |
| Divinity Bars | 8 weeks |
| Gummi items | 24 weeks |
| Fudge (all flavors) | 4 weeks |
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How long did it take to make divinity original sin? ›
After six years of development, Larian Studios has released Divinity: Original Sin The Board Game—a distillation of its unique approach to fantasy RPGs into a box full of cardboard and plastic.
Does humidity affect making divinity candy? ›
Consider this: divinity hates humidity. It's best to make divinity on a cool, dry day. If it's humid (over 50%) or rainy, the candy might end up with a more gooey, or grainy texture.
Why is my divinity runny? ›
And don't try making divinity when the humidity is above 60%. No matter how long you beat the mixture, it will remain too runny to form into mounds.
