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Italian Torrone Recipe

Italian Torrone

A delightful homemade Italian nougat made with honey, sugar, and nuts.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 35 minutes
Course Dessert
Cuisine American
Servings 12 servings
Calories 250 kcal

Equipment

  • 9x9 inch baking pan Used to shape the Torrone.
  • Electric mixer For beating egg whites.
  • Saucepan For cooking the sugar and honey.

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients

  • 1.5 cups granulated sugar
  • 0.75 cups honey
  • 2 large egg whites
  • 0.125 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 3 cups almonds
  • 1 cup pistachios, shelled

Instructions
 

  • Line a 9×9 inch baking pan with plastic wrap, leaving an overhang. Place a trimmed piece of edible wafer paper at the bottom of the pan; set aside.
  • In a large saucepan, combine the sugar and honey. Heat over low heat, stirring often, for about 30 minutes until smooth.
  • Using an electric mixer, beat the egg whites and kosher salt until stiff peaks form.
  • Slowly whisk the egg whites into the sugar-honey mixture until well combined. Cook on low heat, whisking constantly, until thickened, about 40-45 minutes.
  • While the sugar mixture cooks, toast the almonds and pistachios in a 350°F oven for 8-10 minutes.
  • Remove the sugar mixture from heat, add vanilla extract and warm nuts. Stir well to combine.
  • Transfer the mixture to the prepared pan and top with another sheet of edible wafer paper. Use parchment paper to press the Torrone flat.
  • Let the Torrone set at room temperature for about 2 hours before cutting into pieces. Run a knife along the edges of the pan, lift out the Torrone, and cut into squares.

Notes

Recipe notes: Enjoy this homemade Torrone as a delightful treat!
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