Christmas Candy

Christmas Divinity B. Lowe

½ cup white corn syrup
2 ½ cups sugar
¼ teaspoon salt
½ cup water
2 egg whites
1 ½ teaspoon vanilla
3 drops peppermint extract
½ cup nuts, chopped
1 cup coconut, grated

Combine corn syrup, sugar, salt, and water in medium saucepan and cook over medium heat until sugar is dissolved. Continue cooking, without stirring, until a small amount forms a hard ball in cold water (260 degrees on candy thermometer). While syrup is cooking, beat egg whites until stiff, but not dry. When syrup is ready, pour a thin stream into egg whites, beating constantly. Beat until mixture is dull in appearance and hold shape firmly. Add vanilla, peppermint, and nuts. Drop by teaspoonful into coconut. Coat well and decorate with red and green candied cherries if desired. Store in tightly-covered container. Makes 4 dozen candies.


I'll admit it...i didn't try this recipe out...I'm just not one for making candy...I'm too scared of getting burned by the hot sugar!