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Typically known as "divinity," this fudge is unlike your average. This is because it's a fluffy white or artificially tinted fudge. Whereas traditional fudge is made from your usual baking ingredients (sugar, butter, milk and cream) -- divinity is created out of sugar, corn syrup, egg whites, and artificial flavoring.
What's the difference between fudge and divinity? ›
Is it fudge? 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.
What is divinity made of? ›
Divinity is a confection made from egg whites, corn syrup, and sugar. It's similar to nougat, fudge, or marshmallow. Tip: replace the sugar with brown sugar to create "sea foam." Other ingredients can be used to give the candy other tastes, like chopped dried fruit and chopped nuts.
Where did divinity fudge originate? ›
Believed to have originated in the U.S. during the early 1900s, the candy's current form can be traced to a recipe from 1915. An earlier version, which included the use of milk, can be traced to around 1907.
What is food divinity? ›
Divinity gets its name because it tastes, well, divine. The nougat-like candy is made with egg whites, sugar, and corn syrup. Divinity is famous for being finicky: Experienced home cooks know you can't make it on a day with high humidity, as it needs dry air to set properly.
Why is divinity hard to make? ›
As sugar attracts water, any humidity or moisture in the air can affect how your divinity turns out. Divinity should be dry and set within two hours, but have patience. It may take a little longer.
What makes divinity grainy? ›
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.
Does divinity need to be refrigerated? ›
Divinity candy can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 weeks. It can also be stored in the refrigerator for up to 1 month. If you are storing divinity candy in the refrigerator, let it come to room temperature before cutting it into squares.
Is divinity the same as meringue? ›
Divinity Candy Versus Meringue
In a meringue, the sugar syrup is cooked to about 240°F or until the sugar forms a soft, malleable ball when a spoonful is dropped in cold water. For divinity, the sugar is taken a bit further to 250°F (or the firm ball stage) where it can hold more structure.
What constitutes divinity? ›
Divinity refers to the quality or nature of God's being. In Christianity, divinity belongs to God alone. Orthodox Christians believe that Jesus is divine as well as human. Jesus is God and man, and the second person of the Trinity; the Father, Son, and Holy Spirit.
While fudge was not invented on Mackinac Island, it most certainly – and most deliciously – was perfected here.
Why is my divinity sticky? ›
Mind the humidity at this point. Divinity is highly hygroscopic and will almost literally melt on you. Well maybe not melt, let's just say it will get darned sticky. Store in an airtight container to protect from humidity.
Is divinity a nougat? ›
IS DIVINITY NOUGAT? Not exactly, but it's nougat-like. It has the same ingredients: egg whites, corn syrup, sugar, and flavoring (most often vanilla but almond, cherry (photo #6) orange, peppermint, and other flavors work).
What is the difference between fudge and divinity? ›
Fudge is smooth and dense, while maple divinity is delicate and melts in the mouth with a distinct maple flavor. The choice between the two depends on personal tastes and preferences for texture and flavor.
What is the original divinity candy? ›
Divinity is a classic candy recipe made with just a few ingredients: granulated sugar, corn syrup, and water get boiled together with a pinch of salt until they reach a hard ball stage before very slowly pouring the liquid sugar mixture over stiff egg whites in a thin, steady stream.
How long does divinity last? ›
Store the set Divinity in an airtight container for up to two weeks. It can be frozen in an airtight container for up to two months.
What's the difference between meringue and divinity? ›
Divinity Candy Versus Meringue
In a meringue, the sugar syrup is cooked to about 240°F or until the sugar forms a soft, malleable ball when a spoonful is dropped in cold water. For divinity, the sugar is taken a bit further to 250°F (or the firm ball stage) where it can hold more structure.
Is Divinity candy the same as nougat? ›
Divinity candy is an old-fashioned confection made with very simple ingredients such as sugar, egg whites, water, vanilla, and corn syrup. It is nougat-like in texture, but slightly lighter, and nuts, dried fruit, or candy are often added.
What makes fudge different? ›
Although fudge often contains chocolate, fudge is not the same as chocolate. Chocolate is a mix of cocoa solids, cocoa butter and sometimes sugar and other flavorings and is hard and brittle. Fudge is a mixture of sugar, dairy and flavorings that is cooked and cooled to form a smooth, semi-soft confection.
Is baldurs gate and divinity in the same universe? ›
Divinity and Baldur's Gate have nothing to do with each other in terms of lore and story. Divinity has its own universe developed by Larian. Baldurs Gate is set in the Dungeons & Dragons universe by Wizards of the Coast. Technically, however, there are some similarities.