Description
Indulge in the sweet, nutty delight of homemade Pistachio Nougat. This chewy, pistachio-studded confection is a Mediterranean treat that’s perfect for satisfying your cravings.
Ingredients
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For the Nougat:
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 1 cup light corn syrup
- 1/2 cup honey
- 1/4 cup water
- 2 large egg whites (room temperature)
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 1/2 cups shelled pistachios (lightly toasted)
- Edible wafer paper or parchment paper (optional, for lining)
Instructions
- Prepare the Pan: Line an 8×8-inch baking pan with wafer or parchment paper.
- Cook the Syrup: Combine sugar, corn syrup, honey, and water in a saucepan. Boil until 290°F without stirring.
- Whip the Egg Whites: Beat egg whites and salt until stiff peaks form.
- Combine: Pour hot syrup into egg whites while mixing. Add vanilla.
- Finish the Nougat: Fold in pistachios, pour into pan, and let set.
- Serve: Cut into squares and store in an airtight container.
Notes
- Nougat can be stored for up to 2 weeks in a cool, dry place.
- You can substitute other nuts like almonds or hazelnuts if preferred.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Candy-Making
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece
- Calories: 110
- Sugar: 14 g
- Sodium: 25 mg
- Fat: 4 g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3.5 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 18 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 2 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg
