How to Make Microwave Divinity

Step-by-Step Guide

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   Step 1: Chop nuts.

   Save the egg yolks for another use. , Check using a candy thermometer.
   
   Do not place the candy thermometer into the microwave oven unless it is a microwave-safe candy thermometer.
   
   Most candy thermometers are not microwave-safe. , Beat until stiff peaks form. ,,,,, Variation:
   Use 1/2 cup chopped candied cherries instead of nuts.
   
   Add 1/4 teaspoon almond extract to the egg white mixture.
   
   Omit the vanilla.
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   Step 2: Gather together all the cooking equipment needed.

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   Step 3: Line a counter with waxed paper or parchment paper.

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   Step 4: Add sugar

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   Step 5: water and corn syrup to a 2-quart microwave-safe measuring cup.

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   Step 6: Stir well.

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   Step 7: Cook 3 minutes on high (100%).

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   Step 8: Stir well.

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   Step 9: Separate eggs.

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    Step 10: Continue cooking on high (100%) for another 5 minutes or until the mixture reaches 250 °F (121 °C).

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    Step 11: Start beating the egg whites in the mixing bowl.

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    Step 12: With the mixer running

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    Step 13: slowly and carefully

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    Step 14: add the hot sugar syrup to the egg whites.

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    Step 15: Beat until almost all the gloss is gone.

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    Step 16: Add the vanilla and beat into the egg white mixture.

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    Step 17: Fold in the chopped nuts.

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    Step 18: Makes 18 large pieces of candy or a bit more if you drop smaller pieces of candy.

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