Discover a delicious recipe for oldfashioned gumdrop nougat candy Make this sweet treat with ease and enjoy a classic favorite at home
Ingredients
Scale
2 cups of granulated sugar
1 cup of light corn syrup
1/2 cup of water
1/2 teaspoon of salt
2 egg whites
1 cup of chopped gumdrops
1 teaspoon of vanilla extract
1 cup of toasted nuts (like almonds or pistachios)
Optional: Chocolate drizzle
Optional: Different flavored gumdrops
Special: Dusting of powdered sugar
Special: Edible glitter or sprinkles
Instructions
Prepare your workspace: Line an 8-inch square pan with parchment paper, leaving a bit of overhang on the sides for easy removal later. Give it a light spray with cooking oil.
Cook your sugar mixture: In a medium saucepan, combine the granulated sugar, corn syrup, water, and salt over medium heat. Stir gently until the sugar dissolves.
Bring it to a boil: Increase the heat and bring the mixture to a boil until it reaches the soft-ball stage (around 240°F/115°C).
Whip the egg whites: Beat the egg whites in a large bowl until soft peaks form, about 2-3 minutes.
Add the sugar syrup: Slowly pour the syrup into the whipped egg whites while mixing continuously.
Continue mixing: Mix until the mixture cools and thickens, about 6-8 minutes.
Add the vanilla, gumdrops, and nuts: Gently fold in the ingredients until well combined.
Transfer to the pan: Pour the nougat mixture into the prepared pan and smooth the top.
Let it set: Allow the nougat to cool at room temperature for at least 4 hours.
Slice and serve: Lift the nougat out of the pan using the parchment paper overhang, and cut into bite-sized pieces.
Notes
A delightful treat that embodies nostalgia, the Old Fashioned Gumdrop Nougat Candy is a family favorite at gatherings, enjoyed while reminiscing over stories of yesteryear.
