Divinity Candy

Instructions

1. 1

   In a heavy saucepan, combine the granulated sugar, light corn syrup, and water. Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until the sugar is dissolved.

2. 2

   Continue cooking without stirring until the mixture reaches 260°F (hard-ball stage) on a candy thermometer.

3. 3

   While the sugar mixture is cooking, beat the egg whites in a large bowl until stiff peaks form.

4. 4

   Once the sugar mixture reaches 260°F, slowly pour it in a thin stream over the beaten egg whites, beating constantly on high speed.

5. 5

   Continue beating until the mixture holds its shape and becomes slightly dull.

6. 6

   Quickly beat in the vanilla extract and fold in the chopped pecans.

7. 7

   Drop the mixture by spoonfuls onto waxed paper. Let the candies cool completely.

8. 8

   Store in an airtight container.