Ingredients
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- 2 large egg whites, room temperature
- 3 cups powdered sugar
- 1/3 cup light corn syrup
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup chopped pecans (optional)
Instructions
- In a clean mixing bowl, beat egg whites until soft peaks form.
- In a separate bowl, combine powdered sugar, corn syrup, vanilla, and salt.
- Slowly add sugar mixture to egg whites while continuing to beat on low speed.
- Increase speed to medium-high and beat until glossy, stiff peaks form (about 5–7 minutes).
- Gently fold in chopped pecans, if using.
- Using a cookie scoop or spoon, drop candy onto wax paper in small mounds.
- Let sit at room temperature for 2–4 hours until firm or overnight for best results.
Notes
- Make sure your bowl and beaters are grease-free for best whipping.
- Don’t make on humid days—it affects candy setting.
- Try variations like peppermint or coconut for festive flavors.
- Store in airtight container for up to 2 weeks.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten Free
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece
- Calories: 85
- Sugar: 17g
- Sodium: 20mg
- Fat: 1g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 19g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg