Easy No Cook Divinity Candy Recipe (2024)

Divinity is a classic white Christmas candy that many people remember from their childhood but is not often made these days because it has a reputation for being finicky. This Easy No Cook Divinity candy recipe takes all the guesswork out of it and it turns out perfectly every time!

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  • 🔑 Key to Success #1 – Find the Frosting Mix
  • 🔑 Key to Success #2 – Use a Stand Mixer or Hand Mixer
  • 🔑 Key to Success #3 – Let it Dry
  • 📌 Get the Printable Recipe for No Cook Divinity Candy
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This is my favorite candy at Christmas time.

We make it every year right before Christmas and enjoy it through the holiday season.

I plan ahead to make sure I have the ingredients because I don’t want to miss out on it for an entire year.

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🔑 Key to Success #1 – Find the Frosting Mix

The key to this Divinity recipe is finding the Betty Crocker Fluffy White Frosting mix.

A lot of Walmart stores do not carry it but you can sometimes find it at smaller local grocery stores.

If not, it is available on Amazon.com.

This frosting mix is not the one in the can.

It’s packaged in a small box and the directions say to mix with boiling water.

Click here for the Fluffy White Frosting mix at Amazon.com.

A lot of times, it will come in a multi-pack.

You can use the other boxes of Fluffy White Frosting to make frosting for angel food cake.

This frosting tastes very much like classic 7-minute frosting but is much easier to make and not finicky at all.

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🔑 Key to Success #2 – Use a Stand Mixer or Hand Mixer

When you’re ready to mix up your Divinity candy, be sure to use a stand mixer if you have one.

The Divinity candy will be stiff by the time it’s done and the stand mixer will make things easier to manage.

I have a Kitchenaid Stand Mixer and it works great for this recipe. (And how beautiful is this color?)

Use your whisk attachment that came with your stand mixer. If you don’t have one, you can get one on Amazon or at a kitchen supply store.

If you don’t have a stand mixer, you can use an electric hand mixer instead.

This mixing bowl is the perfect one.

It has high, straight sides that keep the splattering to a minimum and it’s made of glass, which will not get damaged by the beaters on a hand mixer.

Mix together the Fluffy White Frosting Mix, light corn syrup, boiling water, and vanilla until it is stiff, about 5 minutes.

Making sure the mixture is super stiff is a critical step!

Once it’s stiff, slowly add in the powdered sugar.

The mixture will be super sticky and stiff. This is what makes it so good.

And don’t forget to add in the nuts!

For an extra boost of nutty flavor, you can toast the pecans before adding them to the Divinity.

To toast pecans, put them on a rimmed sheet pan and cook at 350 degrees F for 7-10 minutes.

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🔑 Key to Success #3 – Let it Dry

After the Divinity candy is mixed up, use two spoons to drop it by spoonfuls onto waxed paper.

The candy is very sticky and has a tendency to stick to the spoons so you’ll just have to use the spoons to scrape the candy onto the waxed paper.

Just let it sit at room temperature for 4-6 hours until the tops are firm.

You will know that the tops are firm when you gently press the Divinity candy and the tops are dry.

If you get any sticky candy on your finger, you’ll need to wait a little longer to turn them over.

The amount of time it takes for Divinity to dry depends on the weather.

Humid or rainy days may take a little longer for them to firm up, but they will get there!

When the top of the candy is dry, use a butter knife to scrape the Divinity off the waxed paper and turn it over so that the bottoms can dry and firm up.

I usually let the bottoms dry overnight, at least 12-16 hours.

Once the candy is dry, you can store it in an airtight container for several weeks.

You’ll be lucky if this yummy candy lasts a week though.

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No Cook Divinity Candy

Divinity is a classic white Christmas candy that many people remember from their childhood but is not often made these days because it has a reputation for being finicky. This Easy No Cook Divinity recipe takes all the guesswork out of it and it turns out perfectly every time!

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Course: Dessert

Cuisine: American

Prep Time: 45 minutes minutes

Drying Time: 16 hours hours

Total Time: 16 hours hours 45 minutes minutes

Servings: 40 pieces

Calories: 73kcal

Author: Jennifer

Ingredients

  • 1 pkg Betty Crocker Fluffy White Frosting Mix
  • 1/3 cup light corn syrup
  • 1/2 cup boiling water
  • 4 cups powdered sugar
  • 1 tsp vanilla
  • 1 cup pecans chopped

Instructions

  • In bowl of stand mixer with whisk attachment or using a hand mixer, beat dry frosting mix, corn syrup, vanilla, and boiling water on low speed until well blended. Beat on high speed until stiff peaks form, about 5 minutes.

  • Gradually beat in powdered sugar on low speed. Stir in chopped nuts.

  • Drop by teaspoonfuls onto waxed paper. Let stand until outside of candy feels firm, about 4 hours. Turn over and allow to dry at least 12 hours.

  • Stir in airtight container.

Nutrition

Serving: 1grams | Calories: 73kcal | Carbohydrates: 14g | Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Sodium: 4mg | Sugar: 14g

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Easy No Cook Divinity Candy Recipe (2024)

FAQs

Why is divinity candy so hard to make? ›

Divinity is a candy that is primarily made only around the Christmas holidays in the South. There are a number of reasons for that, the primary one being Southern weather, particularly in the Deep South where humidity rules the atmosphere most of the time. Humidity equals wet, and wet equals candy that often won't set.

What is the difference between divinity candy and nougat? ›

Divinity candy and nougat differ in their ingredients, preparation, and textures. Divinity is made from sugar, corn syrup or maple syrup, and egg whites, resulting in a light and fluffy texture. Nougat, on the other hand, is made from sugar, honey or glucose syrup, and egg whites, producing a chewy and dense texture.

What to do with failed divinity? ›

But if your divinity fails to harden, you can beat in two tablespoons of powdered sugar and allow the mixture to rest a few minutes; if the candy hardens too much, you can blend in hot water a tablespoon at a time until the perfect, fluffy consistency is reached.

Why is my divinity not hardening? ›

If your divinity candy fails to harden, add 2 tablespoons of powdered sugar and beat again. Allow it to rest for about 15 minutes. This will absorb more moisture and will allow your sweet treat to harden. If you want your divinity candy to soften up a bit add hot water a tablespoon at a time and beat it again.

Is divinity candy safe to eat? ›

Dry meringue shells, which are baked in the oven, are safe. Divinity candy is also safe. Avoid icing recipes using uncooked eggs or egg whites.

Why is my divinity chewy? ›

Corn Syrup – This is added to stop the sugar from crystalizing giving you a very smooth, chewy texture that's not grainy. Sugar – White granulated sugar is the best for this recipe, avoid brown sugar or it'll affect both the taste and look of the divinity.

Does weather affect divinity candy? ›

It's best to make divinity on a cool, dry day. If it's humid (over 50%) or rainy, the candy might end up with a more gooey, or grainy texture.

Is divinity the same as marshmallow? ›

Actually, divinity is a candy that has the texture of a marshmallow, although there are no marshmallows used in the recipe. It's also similar to fudge, but still so different. (Is that clear enough😉 ?) If you have never tried divinity, this is an easy recipe to give a try and a taste!

Why is my divinity crumbly? ›

Divinity will typically be crumbly if you beat it too long. I have recently learned that you can add a teaspoon of warm water to the mixture to reverse the effect of beating it too long. Even if your divinity is crumbly, it will still taste amazing!

Can you make divinity when it's raining? ›

Just want to say to people who think you can't make divinity when it is humid, you can. When it's raining outside just reduce the amount of water in the recipe by about a tablespoon.

Can you freeze divinity in the fridge? ›

Yes, divinity can be frozen for up to one year! Flash freeze the candy for a few hours or up to overnight, then transfer it to a freezer-safe container. Thaw at room temperature.

How long does it take for divinity to dry? ›

Divinity should be dry and set within two hours, but have patience. It may take a little longer. If you would like to try correcting a thin divinity, beat in a little bit of powdered sugar at a time until the consistency is drier and thicker, before dropping onto sheets of waxed paper again to dry.

Why are my homemade lollipops sticky? ›

Why is my hard candy soft and sticky? The simple answer is that there is too much moisture in your candy. One or more factors could be contributing to this problem. In hard candy making, it is important to cook all the water out of the sugar/corn syrup/water mixture.

How long will divinity keep? ›

Store at room temperature 1 to 2 weeks. Layer fudge pieces or divinity between waxed paper in an airtight container to prevent from quickly drying out.

Can you make candy on a rainy day? ›

That's why dry days are recommended for candy making, although the effects of humidity can be somewhat counterbalanced by cooking the candy to the upper end of the appropriate temperature stage.

Is Divinity Original Sin complicated? ›

This is one of the few games where normal difficulty is actually difficult, especially for new players. try lowering the difficulty until you understand mechanics and interactions better, when you feel that lower difficulties are too easy then you can think about raising it if you want.

How long did it take to make divinity original sin? ›

After six years of development, Larian Studios has released Divinity: Original Sin The Board Game—a distillation of its unique approach to fantasy RPGs into a box full of cardboard and plastic.

Does humidity affect making divinity candy? ›

Consider this: divinity hates humidity. It's best to make divinity on a cool, dry day. If it's humid (over 50%) or rainy, the candy might end up with a more gooey, or grainy texture.

How long does it take divinity to set up? ›

Divinity should be dry and set within two hours, but have patience. It may take a little longer. If you would like to try correcting a thin divinity, beat in a little bit of powdered sugar at a time until the consistency is drier and thicker, before dropping onto sheets of waxed paper again to dry.

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